The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn

tain Cabin, and the Preston Barn -- were charming, comfortable, and clean. We didn't use the Lake House but we did tour it earlier in the year and it, too, is beautiful. We held our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour outdoors, and the grounds are gorgeous. We worked with the venue's Wedding and Event Coordinator, Helene Rosenkrantz. Helene was incredible -- organized, efficient, experienced, responsive, and helpful in every way -- a real Pro! The hors d'oeuvres at the Cocktail Hour and the food at the Rehearsal Dinner (we had the Italian Buffet), the Wedding Reception, and the Farewell Brunch were exceptional! We received so many compliments from guests about the venue and its wonderfully helpful staff. A million thanks go to Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn for making our wedding weekend the best ever!!! -- Allie Holtzman and David Reiner

lown away when we went to visit for the first time and confirmed we wanted it that day. The wedding went off without a hitch due to the careful planning and attentiveness of the staff. Would highly recommend to everyone looking for a peaceful, nature filled, and immaculate venue.

tmosphere, it provided the perfect backdrop for our big day. What truly elevated the experience, though, was working with Helene, the venue’s incredible wedding coordinator. From our very first meeting, Helene was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping us bring our vision to life. She made the planning process feel smooth and stress-free, offering thoughtful guidance every step of the way. On the wedding day, Helene was a calm and reassuring presence, handling every detail behind the scenes so we could focus on celebrating with our loved ones. She coordinated with our vendors flawlessly and made sure the entire day flowed effortlessly. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the venue—and we know that so much of that magic was thanks to Helene’s hard work and dedication. If you’re planning a wedding and want a beautiful location paired with a truly outstanding coordinator, The Preston Barn and Helene are an unbeatable combination. We are so grateful for everything and will treasure the memories forever!

o make our weekend seamless! Our guests are still raving about the food, and complementing the venue itself! The Grounds are breathtaking, the barn has the perfect rustic and romantic feel.   We couldn't have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend The Preston Barn to any couple looking for a magical day. 

We always felt like we were in safe hands and everything would be ok. The price was reasonable for the area and the venue worked with us to tweak their package to meet our budget. The food was really tasty and got high marks from all guests. Having rooms for friends and family on site was a special addition to the experience. Eating breakfast with friends and family and having them around the grounds as we set up was very fun. We highly recommend getting married here!

e're going back in 2026 and highly recommend the Preston Barn for functions.

nd helpful. The Barn was just immaculate. It fit my vibe perfectly. The food was so unique and delicious. To this day, people are still talking about it. Everything was so beautiful. I highly recommend having an event here. 

and needs and made sure we had the best day of our lives! Jeff at the Inn was wonderful with all of our guests and Diego was always there making sure we had whatever we wanted whenever we wanted. The staff at the Preston Barn is the best group of people we have ever worked with and all of our guests were amazed with the space and service. The food was also absolutely amazing! We highly recommend getting in contact with Helene if you want a perfect barn wedding venue and a smooth flowing, stress free wedding day.

y charm. Filled with beautifully arranged stylish furniture, twinkling lights, and smooth music, this place was inviting for a great and fun evening. Mrs. Helena- the wonderful event organizer and whole staff, were very welcoming and professional. The whole process from the beginning to the end was a truly enjoyable experience. The hosting, detectible food service, and decorating was perfect and tastefully done. This event will stay with my family and friends as one of the best memories.

nds get married here so we can experience it all over again as guests! From our very first meeting with Helene, we felt we were in great hands. She walked us through every step of the overwhelming process and made everything so totally seamless. It was like talking to a family member from the start. She made everyone feel so comfortable and at ease throughout the whole weekend--even looking after our flower girl and holding her up to the barn window to see guests start arriving while we were all hidden away pre-ceremony! Between the amazing staff who helped us throughout the whole weekend, and the truly one of a kind venue, we had the absolute best possible wedding we could have ever hoped for! It was so special to stay onsite at this historic inn throughout the entire weekend with our friends and family. Everyone is still raving about the incredible quality of the brunches included and the kind innkeeper Jeff who waited on us hand and foot and made us all feel so at home. Speaking of the food quality, we had countless guests tell us that it was the best food they've ever had at a wedding and we agree wholeheartedly. This venue and staff are truly such a hidden gem that any couple would be lucky to experience!

area and even lawn games. We brought a DJ in and we used their large screen TV for a video. We also had several speakers. Helene helped us from our first inquiry, very professional, personable, accommodating, flexible all the way up until the event. We had the event catered and there was a large selection of choices. We had 150 people attend the event and people are still talking about it. I personally stayed at the inn next-door, which was perfect and there is a restaurant on site as well. The staff were very accommodating, hard-working, and kept the event going throughout the night. I loved that there were different areas that everyone could enjoy. This is the perfect venue for any event. I would highly recommend this for a wedding, especially! Dance under the stars! #perfectvenue

, cozy, and customizable. The food was delicious and working with the Chef on new ideas was so fun. We did a nacho bar and candy apples! But the event staff alone is something of dreams and why you should book this venue. I've done events for work for years. I know how wild it can be behind the scenes. Helene and her team were the most professional, thoughtful, and organized event managers/staff I've ever experienced. We had some major curveballs leading up to the day and a few smaller ones during, and they met each with grace. If you're on the fence, trust me. Book this venue. Helene is the most incredible person you'll ever work with.

isions we've made together. Second the staff were amazing. Helene out did herself by being extremely friendly and helpful throughout the entire process. Always answered any questions we had in a timely fashion and was always there for us. The Inn Keeper Jeff was amazing and gave help no matter what it was. Breakfast the morning after was splendid and delicious.

The best service ever - I have this venue 6 stars

want to stress or work too hard for a magical event, this was exactly the right spot for us! Elegant, with loads of character. Food was GREAT, too!

uly a perfect day for my son who graduated high school and was leaving for the military. Thank you Helene and staff for a truly wonderful day and memory we will treasure!

attention to detail. Bravo!

d our wedding on 04/20/2024 was nothing short of incredible! Helen went above and beyond to make our day perfect and we appreciate everything she did! If you are looking for a stunning outdoor, nature ceremony space and a barn for the reception, this should be it! Every event here is stunning!

d a few close friends. Having been to Old Drovers a few times through the years we immediately thought of trying them. Jeff (owner) and Helene (wedding coordinator) could not have been more welcoming and helpful. We had the run of the place, and the entire gorgeous upstairs private dining room was perfect for our party. We rented the lovely four bedroom house just down the road for our kids and grandkids, and it also was perfect. The weather forecast for the weekend was not promising, but they even managed to change that! (Well, maybe not.) The rooms are lovely, the food and service was outstanding, everything we asked or even wished for happened instantly, and we could not have been more pleased. Jeff and Helene wroked in perfect synch with our other suppliers, and the It was a perfect start to our married-again life! We can't recommend Old Drovers highly enough. Thank you!

was excellent and the food was outstanding! The venue will adapt to anything your event requires and the venue is charming. I would highly recommend the Inn to create a memory for your special event.

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n June 2023, and the experience was so enjoyable & memorable. Helene's event and catering experience is thorough and meticulous. She makes you feel at home and provides personalized recommendations based on your dream and budget. The buildings and grounds are simply stunning, and can accommodate many guests. We wholeheartedly recommend this venue and can't wait to attend another event there.

ly from beginning to end .If you want a venue that impeccably takes care of every detail so you can enjoy the weekend , go to Preston Barn …you won’t be disappointed !

nderfully. They were so accommodating to all our needs from food allergies to grandparent accessibility. They were there every step of the way. I wouldn't recommend anywhere else to get married!

took all the stress away. We also took advantage of the on-site Inn and Cottage and we were so pleased we did! The venue is absolutely beautiful and our guests are still raving about the wonderful meal that was served. The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn is definitely 10 stars!

work functions and parties. Nonetheless, when it came time for Helene and her team, to create our vision of the grounds, the barn and the accommodations, they knocked it out of the park! Everything down to the intimate reception details, the delicious food, the genuine care of the guests and overall communication was the best of the best. Being able to stay on site for the entire weekend was one of the best parts because it genuinely made us feel like we were the only party in town! Helene was a great leader and resource for us throughout the entire process and she really took the time to understand our wants and needs. We were also very fortunate for the weather because we could not have asked for a more perfect June wedding day than what we got. All the beautiful flowers and decorations aside with the gorgeous weather, the grounds themselves were absolutely breathtaking. Blake and I cannot wait to go back for future anniversaries and enjoy more of that delicious food and inviting small town, comfort that the Preston Barn and Old Drover’s provided us!

rn special. It is a gorgeous venue with rustic charm, the wonderful staff made the Preston Barn rise above every other venue we considered. They took care of every detail with thoughtfulness to make the day run smoothly and beautifully! We just celebrated our one year anniversary at Old Drovers Inn. It was perfect! Randy and our waitress both wished us a Happy Anniversary. We are so happy Old Drovers Inn is a place we can always return to celebrate our anniversary. ❤️ With Sincere Gratitude, Danielle & Michael Privatte

, knowledgeable and her timely communications made the process seamless . The venue was everything we wanted and more!!! Stunning food, beautiful landscapes, which were excellently maintained, and easily customizable for each wedding theme. Finding a barn venue with handicap accessibility was hard, we had older guests that were able to get around the venue comfortably. We couldn't have asked for a better experience!!!

perfect everything was. It's a beautiful setting with lots of room inside and outdoor seating with a lovely fire pit if someone wants to go out to sit and listen to the music from inside or visit with others. Choosing our menu and other details went very smoothly with Helene's help. All of the staff were easy to work with from start to finish. We felt relaxed and confident that everything we wanted was being quietly and efficiently taken care of. We had a truly wonderful time and couldn't be happier with our choice of venue.

food menu and impeccable service. And they did all of this with only 7 days notice. I cannot say enough about how they went above and beyond for our small intimate family gathering. I will definitely use them again and again for small and large events.

ited and we knew it was our dream venue. Helene is so incredible, from the first visit through the wedding day she was so helpful, kind and patient with any questions we had. She really made us feel so special and heard throughout the planning. If I could give Helene 1000 stars I would! We loved having a full wedding weekend on site and it was so special to have our bridal party and parents stay with us onsite in the Inn and Carriage House. We had our Rehearsal Dinner onsite as well as an after party in the Tavern and Sunday brunch and it was so awesome to celebrate in the same location all weekend. The Inn-Keeper, Jeff, is amazing and so accomodating. He made us feel so welcome! The food the entire weekend was top tier and we still have guests telling us how good it was! The passed apps at cocktail hour were incredible and the staff even set up a table to the side of our ceremony with all the apps we selected as well as our signature cocktails to enjoy a private toast with our bridal party and parents right after the ceremony before we headed to cocktail hour. We did a family style dinner which we are still getting compliments on because it gave guests the opportunity to try multiple options and connect with one another while passing around the plates. The dance floor is huge and we had an amazing time dancing the night away with our friends and family. There is also a firepit which we brought s'mores supplies for and guests were able to take a break from dancing and hang out by the fire as they pleased. The vibe of the whole property is immaculate, from the 18th century Inn to the modern rustic barn, it's just such a cool spot and unique from many of the ballroom weddings we had attended. We absolutely loved planning our wedding here and the venue really brought our vision and dream to life. We highly recommend having your wedding here!

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odating and professional while remaining grounded and so friendly! A beautiful place to have a very heart-centered event. The thoughtfulness and care can be felt throughout the event planning and the event itself. Thank you to The Preston Barn for hosting our company and holding such beautiful space for us to celebrate!

g for bridal party, food great, barn fantastic for our party. A logistical hiccup with accidentally locked room during the ceremony, but generally weekend-of staff was accommodating and helpful. My wedding planner (separate and not affiliated with ODI) was not very friendly to my vendors, so the staff being sweet was a welcome contrast. Be sure to communicate your needs clearly and confirm. Was nice to have the full weekend there for rehearsal and final checks the night before. Fire was a nice touch for my guests, cocktail hour food was good, bar was fun (so I hear, I was too busy bride-ing...). Stone Church hike a couple of miles away is a lovely romantic bonus, and town hall for our marriage license is quaint and friendly. Family and I highly recommend :)

s well as interior space, including a fantastic bar, were perfect. We worked directly with Helene and her team they made every decision easier for us along the way. We really could not have asked for a more beautiful or smooth event, and I highly recommend to anyone looking for a venue that the Preston Barn should be at the very top of your list.

can ceremonies and traditions to be worked in and they helped us figure out the best solutions to have the perfect wedding celebration that allowed us to incorporate everything we hoped for! Helene was always responsive and solution-oriented throughout the year+ of planning, making note of every detail we discussed in person and via email. Donna, Randy, and the entire staff on-site were incredibly welcoming and attentive to detail, making sure that not only did our dual ceremony & reception go off without a hitch, but our families staying at Old Drover’s Inn had everything they needed all weekend. We chose to have our rehearsal dinner at the Barn as well, which made it a true family weekend getaway complete with smores around the fire pit. The Preston Barn was the first venue that caught our eye while looking and we are so thrilled we chose it for our wedding – we couldn’t have done all of the wedding events we ended up planning anywhere else…having the venue and on-site accommodations all weekend made everything not only possible but incredibly streamlined! We are so grateful to Helene, Donna, and everyone at The Preston Barn/Old Drover’s Inn for making our wedding weekend a magical affair we and all of our guests will remember for years to come.

etting engaged, we quickly booked The Preston Barn because of the significance of the location, Dover, has in our relationship and also for the warmth we felt every time we stepped into the rustic, lit up barn. From the stone curved pathway, charming quaint inn, relaxing adirondack chairs and breath taking barn, this was where we wanted to start our forever. Helene, Donna and the rest of the staff at The Preston Barn made us feel special in every way. The toast with our immediate family right after our ceremony was a sweet touch. We appreciated how our cards were handled with care (cellophane wrapped). All of our guests commented on how attentive the staff was, from when we arrived Friday afternoon, to when we left Sunday morning. The staff truly went above and beyond. We spent the weekend without a single worry, knowing everything was taken care of. We will be forever grateful to have gotten married at The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn!

f beauty for us to enjoy the ENTIRE wedding weekend. This is the most picturesque of venues and I haven’t even mentioned the barn. The barn was breath taking; beautiful, exposed wood, with a large space making it the perfect space for the reception. What makes this venue so special is that it’s a one stop shop kind of place; we had our rehearsal dinner at the Old Drovers Inn restaurant on site and all the wedding/cocktail food was sources on site, and let me say, the food was AMAZING. Our guests raved about it for days. Lots of options and customizable too. They were very accommodating to my guests with allergies. Helene and the whole staff was so great to work with. Every question was answered by the patient and attentive staff. They all helped to make our wedding day perfect! Run, don’t walk to book this one of a kind special place for your wedding.

was gorgeous and we loved dancing the night away underneath the twinkle lights. The food was absolutely delicious and is something that our guests raved about! We were able to have a bon fire with smores and a sparkler exit at night which were beautiful touches that the venue helped us execute. After our wedding ended, the fun didn't stop! We had so much fun with our bridal party for an afterparty in the Tavern. We loved staying at the beautiful Inn and Carriage house with our family and bridal party and enjoyed having breakfast on property with them the next morning. Helene, the wedding coordinator, does an amazing job. She made us feel so supported throughout the entire planning process and frequently checked in with us to see how things were going. Day of our wedding when we had a few hiccups (rain and buses not arriving), Helene was there to quickly and efficiently smooth things over without missing a beat. She made sure our wedding day ran seamlessly and that we did not have to worry about anything. Additionally, we were originally supposed to get married in the Spring of 2020 when COVID hit. Although having our wedding postponed at that time was a harsh reality, Helene and the staff at The Preston Barn handled this situation with grace, supported us, and worked with us to ensure that everything still turned out perfectly in the end. We truly appreciated how kind they were to us during such uncertain times. The Preston Barn and the beautiful wedding memories it gave us will forever hold a special place in our hearts. From start to finish, our wedding weekend was more than we could have dreamed of. Almost a year later, we continue to get countless complements on our wedding! My husband and I plan to go back to celebrate our first wedding anniversary there this year and hope to make this a tradition for many years to come!

ther. From the moment I drove into the parking lot and walked into the venue to meet Helene, I was BLOWN AWAY! The venue was absolutely gorgeous from the inside out. My wedding was in October and the idea of a barn wedding was my dream and The Preston Barn did not disappoint! The bed and breakfast at Old Drovers Inn which is walking distance to the venue was absolutely stunning. This was a huge plus for me because I had a lot of family out of state, and I loved the idea of celebrating our wedding for the whole weekend! The bed and breakfasts, dining area, rooms, bathroom, EVERYTHING was absolutely beautiful and the up-kept rustic feel was everything I was looking for. There was enough space for everyone, the staff was so accommodating to all of my family, and the breakfast every morning was delicious! Helene is the wedding coordinator for Preston Barn and when I tell you she is amazing, it is no exaggeration. She helped me from the beginning of planning to the end and she was there every step of the way and knew the answer to every question I had- even before I even knew to ask, she kept everything organized and on track, she even kept in contact with all of the vendors I hired as well. She made the planning process and the day of my wedding stress free and I could not have done it without her! She and her staff made sure everything we wanted came to life, she even packaged our cake and ceremony items and delivered it to the B&B! We also booked The Preston Barn for our rehearsal dinner which was so convenient for us to stay on site after the ceremony rehearsal and we got to use the fire pit on site! Another addition was the after party in the Old Drovers Inn walking distance from the venue (on the main floor of the B&B) and that was so amazing! The bartender was great, the aesthetic in there was also so perfect and there was plenty of room for those that wanted to keep the party going. From beginning to end in every aspect my husband and I's experience was unmatched and I could not recommend this venue enough, it was the perfect place to celebrate our wedding!

moment we stepped inside we knew it was the one. Helene was so helpful and professional from the very first meeting. She suggested incredible vendors and had an experienced answer/suggestion for everything. We got married in December and the barn was decorated so beautifully (we probably received 10 Christmas cards from guests who took their picture at the wedding because the tree was so beautiful!). The food is exceptional and we received so many comments from guests saying it was the best wedding meal they have ever had. Every aspect of the wedding ran so smoothly and we were able to really enjoy being with our guests. I would HIGHLY suggest paying the Preston Barn a visit if you are looking for a wedding venue, I am sure they will blow you away!