The Villa Barone Hilltop Manor

Hi Vinny, Nicky, and Gianni, My husband and I wanted to extend our gratitude for making our special day one we will not forget! The venue was absolutely amazing from cocktail hour, the overall service, the main event in the ballroom and everything in between. Everything was perfect and you made us feel so comfortable on our wedding day! Everyone is still raving how amazing it was and how delicious the food was! A special thank you to all three of you (and Rob) who went above and beyond to make us truly feel like family and we cannot thank you enough. We are so happy to have celebrated our special day with you! 😁

Our experience at Villa Barone Hilltop Manor was very good. The event was a success and the feedback that we have received from our guests has been nothing else than excellent. We want to especially thank the staff: Melissa for the organization aspects before the day of the event; Jackie & Mike for their patience and professionality during the event.

We had the best experience with Villa Barone!! Both my husband and I are from out of state (North Carolina) but I always knew I wanted to get married in NY (where I’m from). When we met with Nicky to tour the venue he was able to help us envision our wedding at the Villa Barone and every aspect of the day that we wants. Being from out of town we were definitely worried about any little details that could slip away from us with being so far away. We even considered getting a wedding planner but ultimately did not and I am so happy we did not spend money on a planner! Nicky and his team were always available to answer all of our questions leading up to the wedding. They were always quick to respond and provided us with tons of vendor recommendations. On the day of the wedding the staff was beyond amazing. There was never a moment of doubt from any of the staff and you could tell this wasn’t their first time doing this. Our guests were also amazed with the flow of the event and seamless transition to each part of our wedding. Every time we returned to our seats we had another drink waiting for us. It was like the staff could read our mind and we never had to ask for anything. All of our guests were blown away from the amount and quality of food. We had so many guests rave about the waiters walking around after the entrees were served with the entrees for the guests to have seconds or try another entree (this also sold my husband on the Villa Barone during our tour). The wedding cake was not only beautiful but so also delicious!! We decided on vanilla cake with chocolate mousse and Oreos - it was such a fun combination! We also had our after party at the Villa Barone and it was so fun! The room was beautifully decorated and our guests loved the option to dance or hang out by the bar and chat. The DJ created such a great vibe for our late night party and played such fun music. The buffet (boneless wings, sliders, fries) all tasted so good! Our guests could not stop eating (even though they were so full). Overall I cannot recommend the Villa Barone enough as a wedding venue! The staff made us feel so special on our wedding day and their attention to detail was beyond what we could have imagined. The amount of compliments we received from our guests was overwhelming and showed that not only did we believe our wedding day was amazing but our guests also felt all the amazing aspects of our day. It was truly the most amazing day and we are so thankful to the Villa Barone and their incredible staff!! If you are considering having your wedding here - DO IT!! You will not regret it and will so happy with your decision!!!

Our June 1st 2024 Wedding Villa Barone Hilltop Manor was the only venue that offered us a drink and made us feel like family as soon as we walked in the door. The property is huge and BEAUTIFUL. I was pretty much sold when I saw the Tivoli room, but once Nicky showed us the outdoor ceremony space on the stairs with the fountain in the background, it literally took my breath away. The venue is impeccably maintained and constantly being updated, nothing in the place looks stale. It’s a family business and you can tell they all take pride in it. They even purchased a lakefront property down the street so that their clients have a beautiful backdrop for photos. They walk you through the whole planning process, providing us with DJ’s, photographers & florists that they frequently work with so narrowing that down was a breeze. Vinny was always quick to answer my menial questions any time of day and that put my mind at ease. Vinny kept me sane. After our ceremony they moved us away from the crowd so we could take a break and eat in peace before cocktail hour. Their food is beyond amazing. By the time we got to the reception we were actually full. They have their own pastry chefs and dessert was to die for. You MUST do the Viennese hour. The maître d’ Robert and bridal attendant Sophia were by our sides all night for anything we needed. We didn’t need to do any thinking throughout the night because they were there ushering us through. Robert directed us around like he was marshalling a plane, literally guiding our every step for the ceremony, reception entrance and Viennese entrance. Honestly, you don’t need to worry about anything with VBHM, there is no other place like it. My husband and I had no idea what we were doing, but they turned our dream into our day.

I recently got married at The Villa Barone Hilltop Manor (11-19-23), and trust me.. they exceeded our expectations, they made our wedding dreams come true. From the moment my husband and I walked through the doors we fell in love with the venue. Vinny and Nicky treated us like family from start to finish, always there making sure everything went as planned. The entire staff including chefs and Maitre D were all AMAZING, they made sure we were well taken care of.. literally made us feel like Royalties. The food was outstanding - we still have guest talking about how delicious the food was, and let's not forget how big the portions were. But OMG the Venetian Table 100% recommended.. our guest including my husband and I were blown away by it. Till this day, we still have guest telling us "It was the best wedding they've been to" - this couldn't of happened without the help of the entire staff, Nicky and Vinny. We just want to say THANK YOU! Words cannot express our gratitude. Love, Kassandra & Peter

I just got married on 11/11/23 at Villa barone. Our wedding was absolutely beautiful. From the moment I booked our wedding date with Nick I felt very well taken care of. I had fallen in love with this venue the first time I went to see it and I could not have envisioned my wedding going any better. Vinny and Nick were very knowledgeable about the best way to execute what I wanted for my wedding and I am very greatful for their suggestions and professionalism. We had so many compliments from guests on the quality of the food, the service, and the ambiance of the ball room. Our Maitre de was wonderful and kept us informed on the series of events throughout the night. I’d highly recommend Villa barone as a top choice for anyone looking for an outstanding wedding venue.

Villa Barone Hilltop Manor delivered a 5 star experience for our wedding reception. The staff from owner Gianni, bridal attendant Brianna , Maitre’d, Luigi and the waiters and waitresses worked with attention to detail in every aspect of the reception from the moment the limo pulled in to the venue until the bride and groom departed. I received many amazing comments from our guests related to the venue, the quality of the food and the service provided

We had our wedding there in July of 2023 and couldn't have been happier! The service was impeccable and more than we could have ever wished for. We worked closely with John to talk about our vision and he made it possible! I had particular requests that I wanted to make our day unique and John was very flexible and accommodating. Throughout the process we were able to get in touch with him quickly and easily and ask any questions we needed. We loved the lake side property for our first look which added even more depth and scenery to our wedding pictures. It was great that it was so close to the venue and made transportation very easy. We were able to get to the venue a couple hours before our ceremony to take pictures with our family and Villa Barone was extremely accommodating. They had waters, drinks and an antipasto board in the bridal suite for our wedding party to snack on in between pictures and the ceremony. We worked with Vinny during the day of the wedding and couldn't have been happier. John and Vinny coordinated all of our special requests and made the day seamless. We LOVED our day of matradee, Robert and bridal attendant Brianna. They were so helpful in every way! Whether it was sticking to our timeline, helping with the wedding dress bustle, giving family members leftovers at the end of the night and everything in between. Our guest LOVED the venue and the food! Every single guest came up to us or texted us after the wedding saying how impressed they were with the venue and the abundance of food. We chose the 2nd food package and were blown away by how much food came with it for the per plate cost. (Definitely the lowest price we came across!) Guests were talking about the dessert hour for days and LOVED it! We were able to request special dishes during cocktail hour and the sit down dinner. We were so so happy with the day of the wedding, the rehearsal, the walkthroughs and the planning process. Villa Barone is extremely professional and accommodating and gives the absolute MOST for the LOWEST cost we saw. We are forever grateful to have had our wedding there and will forever recommend it to all!

The moment we booked our wedding we became part of the Villa Barone Family. They guided us in making all of the decisions that helped make our day all we have dreamed about. Everyone went above and beyond to make sure that we and our guests had an experience that we will never forget. If you want the Wedding Day of your dreams, you WILL find it at Villa Barone Hilltop Manor.

We had our wedding reception at the Villa Barone on 10/29/2022 and we truly couldn’t have picked a better place to celebrate our marriage. From the moment we stepped in the door Vinny treated us like we were family. The attention to detail, elegance, and perfection given by the Villa Barone made the most important day of our lives truly unforgettable. All of the staff are wonderful and truly ensure that each event is absolutely perfect. All of our guests still talk about how our wedding was the best wedding they’ve ever been to. The decor, atmosphere, and ambiance of the venue is truly breathtaking. The food was absolutely delicious and extravagant- not a single one of our guests left hungry! We highly recommend the Villa Barone to anyone considering having an event here. Thank you to Vinny and his family for helping us live our fairytale wedding.

You absolutely CANNOT go wrong hosting your wedding/event at VBHM!!! We had our reception here a couple days ago and are still on such a high from how perfect it was! Every single person that said goodbye to us that night raved about the beautiful time they had and, most importantly, how stuffed they were - Villa doesn’t mess around!!! We worked with Nick throughout planning and he was so beyond hands-on and meticulous I can’t even explain how at ease it made me feel not having to worry about anything. The second we met him we were sold. The staff was just excellent, from waitstaff, to Rob our maitre’d and Sophie my bridal attendant. They are all so professional but also super friendly you feel like you’ve known them forever. My family used to go to the Villa Barone in Pelham Bay so we knew from the start we were in good hands - they’re the real deals. The venue is gorgeous and the grounds are PERFECT for photos, it looks like you’re at an Italian villa. We can’t wait to go back for another event and actually be able to enjoy the food!!! 1000/10. Don’t even think twice!

For an extremely reasonable price, Villa Barone was the most beautiful venue I toured. I am so happy I had my wedding there. All my preferred vendors were through Villa Barone and everyone was over the top amazing to work with. Villa Barone was absolutely amazing from the owners, to the maitre d, bridal attendant, secretary Melissa who answered my calls and emails and gave me detailed responses to my 100 questions. Day of coordinator is not needed with these highly experienced professionals. The set up my decorations beautifully and packaged it up nicely for pick up. The whole day was beyond seamless and perfect and the entire year of planning they were great with communication and planning.

Everything at the Villa Barone Hilltop Manor was absolutely amazing. Not only is the property stunning, but the staff is beyond incredible. Nicky, Vinny and Gianni are the most professional banquet managers I have ever experienced. They have you, as a bride, at the center of their work. They took my vision and turned it into a reality, more than I ever could have imagined. Every one of my ideas, big or small, was taken so seriously and with such care; and even if I thought it couldn’t work, they made it work, and to the highest standard. My bridal attendant, Rachel, was simply perfect. She was so attentive on our wedding day, making sure we were happy and perfectly taken care of throughout the day. They’re not kidding when they say your wedding goes by in a flash, you get pulled in a ton of different directions, or you don’t have the chance to eat. Respectfully and with so much care, Rachel pulled us away to make sure we ate, were present, and that we had the best time. Which brings me to the food! Amazing. The Villa Barone Hilltop Manor has the best food I have ever had at any wedding, period. The cocktail hour was endless, dinner was superb, and the Viennese was magical. I would recommend the Villa Barone Hilltop Manor to anyone getting married, or having any event. It really is the perfect place.

My brother had his wedding here and it was absolutely awesome, full of elegance, style and held at a beautiful venue. The environment was wonderful! The staff is wonderful, kind, very helpful and made us feel like family. Made me want to get married all over again.

I have no words!! We got married at the villa barone hilltop manor a little over a week ago and I am still on cloud 9 from how amazing everything turned out! The entire event went off without a hitch and we have gotten so many calls and texts raving about the wedding! The food and drinks were endless! The staff makes you feel like family and we’re so attentive and personable since the day we booked our wedding. Thank you soooo much Vinny, Johnny, Ashley and the entire villa barone staff!! The bartenders and waiters as well so beyond sweet and personable. We can’t say enough good things, do yourself a favor and book your wedding with them they will not disappoint!

There are not enough words to express the amazing experience we had at Villa Barone Hilltop Manor for our daughter’s wedding on 10/29/2022. If it was possible to give them a million stars, we would! From the first moment we met with Vinny to tour the venue we were treated like family. When we arrived on the day of the wedding, not a detail was missed. The entire staff was amazing, and Luigi, Vico, and Rachael were exceptional. Everything was so well organized and timed to perfection. The food was outstanding, and we are still getting calls from family and friends raving about the food and the venue. I can’t tell you how many times we have been told “it’s the best wedding we have ever been to”. Our daughter and son in law truly had a magical and perfect wedding thanks to everyone at this amazing and stunning venue, we thank you all from the bottom of our hearts!!! Nancy & Al LaMarca

We just had my daughter's wedding here in October. What can I say? From the moment we arrived, to when the reception was over, everything was way beyond expectations! The service, the food, the attention to every detail....absolutely fantastic. Alexis assisted the wedding couple and was always there to help them. She was amazing! Luigi ran the room...again top notch. The venue looked beautiful and my daughter had the wedding of her dreams. You can not go wrong booking this venue. Fabulous!

Villa Barone Hilltop Manor is absolutely INCREDIBLE in every single way. We just had our wedding there on October 1st, and there are not enough words to explain how amazing it was. From our first meeting/tour, Vinny welcomed us and made us feel like family. It felt like home. The entire staff was extremely attentive and so much fun to be around. The inside and outside of Villa Barone is just breath taking. The food was amazing and the Viennese hour, OUT OF THIS WORLD. It is 1000000% a must have. We have not stopped talking about the day. It was absolutely perfect. We cannot recommend this place enough. The amount of phone calls and texts that we received after the wedding from family and friends telling us how beautiful it was and how much fun they had was endless. This venue will no doubt blow your mind and make your special day unforgettable. We love you Vinny and the Villa Barone family!!!! - Nicole & Christopher Carducci

I had my wedding here Friday 10/7 and I cannot be any happier. The whole day was perfect and the staff were AMAZING. FYI get the Viennese, it was gorgeous and delicious!!

There are no words to express my heartfelt gratitude to the entire staff at the Villa Barone Hilltop. My daughters wedding was SPECTACULAR!! Vinny, Nicky, Gianni, Rob and Rachel went above and beyond. As did their wonderful staff. Photos at the lake house and at the Villa Barone Hilltop were breath taking. The food was superb and never ending from the cocktail hour to the amazing Viennese hour. The service and attention to every detail FLAWLESS! We all felt like royalty.

We are so grateful for the team at Villa Barone Hilltop Manor for putting on a wedding that exceeded our expectations. They are experts at what they do and our wedding went absolutely perfectly. The food, the dancing, the photo locations, the showmanship, the energy, everything was done flawlessly. This team knows weddings like none other and are organized and pristine. We knew when we got engaged that the expertise of VBHM was unparalleled and they threw us the most incredible Italiam wedding of our dreams.

We can't thank everyone enough at Villa Barone for such a perfect wedding. From the moment we walked in to take a tour to our wedding day everyone was so friendly and treated us like family. Amazing venue, amazing food, and amazing staff.

Two weeks ago my husband and I had the most magical wedding we could have dreamed of at the Villa Barone. Absolutely gorgeous property, with the lakefront available to us to take first-look pictures at, and the absolute best value around for a wedding venue. I was treated like an absolute princess the entire night. The staff were phenomenal and they genuinely wanted me to have the best night of my life (and I did)! They kept the night flowing smoothly and allowed me opportunities to talk with my guests but kept me on track with my schedule. No matter the request, big or small, they made it happen. My bridal attendant and maitre d both went above and beyond to make sure the night went smoothly. They dealt with any hiccups professionally and with quick attention to make sure I didn't have to disrupt my night. I felt safe and so taken care of by the staff. Next, the food was amazing!! By far the best wedding food I've ever had. And the desserts, oh my goodness, absolutely fabulous! I received numerous positive reviews about the desserts and displays that came with it. But the best part for me was actually the cake! It was delicious, moist, and so flavorful. It looked gorgeous and tasted even better. We loved that we got to customize it completely to our liking! I cannot thank The Villa Barone for everything they did for me that day, it was a night I will never forget! And neither will my guests!!!

If your looking for a venue I would 1000% recommend the Villa Barone! Words cannot describe how PERFECT my wedding came out because of them. From the moment my husband and I walked through those doors we were treated like family! I will forever love and be grateful to Vinny. He was with me every step of the way to help me achieve my goal of having a CRAZY club wedding. The lake front property is GORGEOUS. From the moment we walked in, we were treated like royalty. Rob, Nick and Luciana were with me every step of the way. They made sure we had drinks and food at every moment. They planned everything so well to make sure we were taken care off. Let’s talk about the food…..PHENOMENAL. My guests are still texting us about how much food there was and HOW AMAZING IT WAS. They made us try everything they had and it was the BEST food I have ever had at a wedding. I have gone to a lot of weddings but never one where all the food was great. The entrees were delicious! Nothing was bad or just OK. The cake was the BEST cake ever. I had so many guests text me saying this was the best cake at a wedding they ever had and I 100% agree. I have never had such a good wedding cake. The venue is absolutely stunning. None of the other venues we went too made us feel like family like the Villa Barone did. Vinny, Nicky, Rob, Luciana and ALL the Villa Barone team, I want to thank you for making my wedding perfect and my dream wedding come to life. You will all have a special place in my heart forever!!! Can’t wait to have my future parties with you all ❤️ PS Vinny- I’m going to miss contacting you with all my crazy wedding ideas 😂😂😂

Words can't describe how great it was to have my wedding at this venue! Nicky, Johnny and Vince were amazing to work with. they were on schedule with everything. They are the most organized venue by far. The food was fantastic and everyone still talks about their venetian hour, INCREDIBLE! Also, thank you Danielle who was always be my side, making sure myself and my husband were always satisfied. She had such a great personality, and such a great person. amazing experience all around and they made it magical for both of us as well as our guest.

I cannot thank the staff from Villa Barone Hilltop Manor enough for making my wedding dreams come true. Everything from the welcoming atmosphere to the food was absolutely phenomenal. My guests were RAVING about how delicious everything was, and many said that it was the best wedding they have ever been to. Anything we needed, Robert and Ashley made happen. They were truly amazing. Vinny and Gianni were also amazing and made the booking process so smooth. I'd also like to give compliments to Victor! He was SO helpful when I brought my boxes to the venue the week of. He wouldn't let me lift a finger! He was also there helping out during the night of the wedding and I truly felt like family. Such a kind soul. I advise anyone who is getting married to check out this stunning venue. You will fall in love the second you walk through the doors! I'm so glad we chose you guys. Thank you for helping put together the most unforgettable night of our lives! I wish we could do it all over again.

I just want to say I had the best wedding on 8/21/22. Johnny and I sat down about a year ago to discuss my wedding, he gave us a great price and was very reasonable. He laid out all the options in detail and allowed us to pick what we wanted. Fast forward a year later to now and we walked into the Tivoli room, and were completely blown away. Service was absolutely amazing and that was said by everyone including my band singer. Robert Gierrmoe the Meitre D', was amazing. Very professional, kept everyone in line and really organized the party. Ashley the bridal attendant was my right sided woman, stayed with me all night, catered to all of our needs. I would HIGHLY reccomend this venue to anyone. They are not just a venue, this is a very much family owned buisness and they have a great way of showing love and service

Dear Melissa, Sales Team Thank you so much for all your help in organizing our daughter and son-in-law’s wedding, everything turned out beautifully as expected. The entire staff assigned to the event worked very hard to make it memorable! Our wholehearted thank you to: Michael, Ashley, Patrick and Rob, our bartender and the catering staff, and for the entire venue spaces set-up and available for our use, all beautiful; and for the wonderful service, food and beverages were fantastic! Everything...soup to nuts! Stay well everyone at VBHM and God bless you! With Much Gratitude, 🌹 Nick and Daphne Roman and Brandon Sr. and Audrae Bennett and Family

MAY 22ND, 2022 ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! BEAUTIFUL!!! BREATHTAKING!!! GREATEST DAY OF OUR LIVES!!! I CAN'T SAY ENOUGH ABOUT THE VILLA BARONE HILLTOP MANOR. FROM THE MOMENT ME AND MY WIFE WALKED INTO THE VILLA BARONE WE WERE TREATED LIKE FAMILY. NICK, VINNY, ROB, MELISSA AND STAFF MADE OUR WEDDING DAY THE GREATEST DAY OF OUR LIVES. FOOD IS ALWAYS THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF A WEDDING AND THE VILLA BARONE EXCEEDED OUR EXPECTATIONS. ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL, NO OTHER VENUE WILL EVER COMPARE TO THE VILLA BARONE. THE STAFF WAS AMAZING, PROFESSIONAL AND CATERED TO ME, WIFE AND GUESTS AT ALL TIMES. VILLA BARONE HAS SPECTACULAR GROUNDS AND THE FIRST LOOK PICTURES AT THE LAKE WERE AMAZING AS WELL. WE ALSO GO MARRIED AT THE VILLA BARONE AND I JUST HAVE ONE THING SAY ABOUT THE CEREMONY, WOW!!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HAVING YOUR SPECIAL OCCASION AT THE VILLA BARONE HILLTOP MANOR, YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!! I WOULD LIKE THANK NICK, VINNY, ROB, MELISSA AND STAFF FOR EVERYTHING THEY DID FOR ME AND MY WIFE ON OUR WEDDING DAY. WE WILL SEE YOU GUYS SOON FOR OUR NEXT SPECIAL OCCASION... LOVE CHRIS AND LEA MEMON

Our wedding was absolutely amazing. We could not have pictured a more perfect day. Louis and Briana were amazing and attended to us all night long. They were accommodating and flexible and always asked what we wanted. Briana was very friendly and helped me with my train all night. They packed us all our leftovers, a tier of our cake, and had all our things ready to go at the end of the night. The Villa Barone is very efficient and everything went off without a hitch, even when we had to move the ceremony indoors only an hour or two prior. Everyone said that the food was amazing, the venue was beautiful, and the workers were friendly and accommodating. Many people said, “Best wedding we have ever been to.” Prior to the wedding, we dealt with several different people, all who were equally knowledgable and a pleasure to work with. They had excellent recommendations for food, decorations, and other vendors. Everything went so smoothly the entire day of our wedding and we did not have to worry about a single thing. They handled everything in stride and are really a top-notch venue. I could not recommend the Villa Barone any more!!

This venue made all my dreams come true and then some! The food was delicious! As the bride, they treated me like a queen! Thank you for making my day the most magical and memorable days of my life!

Villa Barone exceeded all my expectations. Everything i could’ve imagined my wedding to be Villa barone made into a reality. It was a beyond perfect night. From the beginning Nicky, Vinny and Johnny were there to answer all my questions and assist me in the entire planning process. They helped my vision come true and gave me the wedding of my dreams. The night of, my guests were blown away by the quality and amount of food. They are still talking about how it was the best wedding they have been to. The service was amazing. Rob and Rachael were incredible. Rob ran everything perfectly and was so on top of timing and the execution of the night. Rachael was there for my every need and anticipated what I needed before I even asked. I truly could have not asked for a better night. Thank you for making my wedding everything I could’ve hoped for plus so much more! You guys went above and beyond to make my special day perfect.

Villa Barone made our wedding dreams come true! I cannot say enough good things about this venue. Our guests all had the most phenomenal time at our wedding and could not stop telling us about how amazing the food and service was! Villa Barone helped us make our wedding the best day of our lives. From the first look at their gorgeous lake side venue to the outdoor ceremony next to their beautiful waterfall, I can truly say everything was perfect. Nicky and the entire staff were so wonderful to work with and we are so grateful for everything they did for us!! Truly amazing customer service that can’t be beat.

If possible to give more stars I would. To say Villa Barone Hilltop Manor went above and beyond for our wedding is an understatement. Our wedding was postponed multiple times due to COVID-19, but VBHM was extremely accommodating each time we had to move the date. Every promise they made to ensure our wedding day was perfect, was delivered and some. The owners and staff are top tier, great people who throw a great party and make you feel like family. Food is incredible and the service impeccable. Special shout out to Nicky, Vinny, Johnny, Luigi, Rachel and Victor!!

As the father of the bride you want everything to be perfect. i can honestly say from 1st meeting to the day of the wedding Villa Barone staff were always by our side. they granted every request and then some. the best way to explain my experience is easy, i was treated as family and not just a customer. 2 days after the event and having time to reflect my daughter and son in-law were still raving about the special day!! MISSION ACCOMPLISHEDif i could give them 10 stars i would!!! THANK YOU Villa Barone i am one happy father.

Just had my wedding here on Sunday. I honestly could not ask for anything better from this place. They made having to reschedule my wedding twice due to Covid so easy. The professionalism and constant attention they show their customers is amazing. I especially appreciated the matre D Luigi and bridal attendant Maria for all they did.

To say our wedding was the most magical and amazing day is an understatement! The management and staff and truly incredible and make everything so easy and stress free. Our original wedding date was 10/11/20, but due to COVID we had to move it to 10/24/21. The process of changing our wedding date with them was so efficient and great! It really made planning a wedding during a pandemic so much better. The staff is absolutely WONDERFUL! A special thank you to Vinny and Nicky for turning our dream wedding into a reality. Everything was absolutely perfect and we wouldn't have changed a thing. And of course a big thank you to our maitre d Luigi and our bridal attendant Luciana. They both were so amazing and professional. We really felt like royalty that night thanks to them! Booking The Villa Barone Hilltop Manor was the best decision we made!

Villa Barone Hilltop Manor gave us the wedding of our dreams! They are true professionals. We met with Vinny twice to view the different ballrooms, cocktail hour room, and outdoor spaces. Each time he was completely kind, professional, and understanding. He answered all of our questions, multiples times even given the different family members who joined us. We had to postpone our wedding due to COVID, but we were kept up to date on any news or changes that were happening. They helped us reschedule our date and really gave us the wedding of our dreams! We met with Stephen the week of our big day to go over the set up and final details. He had amazing suggestions and was able to really fulfill all of our requests despite changes outside of our control due to COVID. He was able keep me calm despite the anxiety I was experiencing and really fulfilled the dreams we had for our day. From the moment we arrived until boarding our bus back to the hotel, it was an incredible night! Our guests could not stop commenting about how amazing and attentive every single staff member was, especially Stephen and our bridal attendant. They worked so diligently to accommodate all needs from dietary restrictions to the ever-changing needs of young children. They helped me take off my veil and bustle my dress, in addition to a last-minute bustling fix on the dance floor, which were so helpful! They knew what they were doing and made what could have been a tricky wardrobe change effortless. They were so unbelievably helpful with our vendors and photographers/videographers and even supported them so that our photographs would be even more amazing! The food was incredible and plentiful as well! Our guests could not stop raving about how delicious it all was! Some guests even thought the cocktail hour was our reception space because of how beautiful it was. They were floored when they went up to the grand ballroom! It was just stunning! Every detail was meticulously thought out and put together to make it feel as though you were walking into a fairytale. Every moment of our night was well planned and thought out, so that we never felt as though we were missing any part of our big day! We could not stop smiling that night because it felt like a fairytale and we will forever be grateful to the staff for making our dreams come true!

I’m very disenchanted that I have to write this review , my daughter fell in love with this venue, we meet with both nick and vinny to tour and then to commit to this venue, they knew all the right things to show us and what to say to sell us on the experience and knowledge they have for the industry. While there touring they were upgrading the lobby’s interior which of course sold us even more on the elegance this venue has. Fast forward till now, certain events have accrued and the wedding is being cancelled , when I called to cancel ( 7 months before the weddings. Date), I was told we’d get a call from vinny then we were instructed we would have to sign a release form , which they emailed over. Here’s the defining moment for a business and how they handle things, we had questions about the release form and signing off on catering damages and not being able to post negatively on social media , you see we read our contract very carefully and understood that we were putting down a deposit to hold the date of the venue, however we had made two subsequent payments after that initial deposit, in the release form we were told we were forfeiting all money given to them. We wanted clarification because this is not what we understood the contract to mean.. Johnny called us back and after a lil going back n forth was very unprofessional. Telling us we can try to call a lawyer but it will cost us more, than what we’ve lost, and that if we don’t sign the release form we are responsible for $30,000. Side note the total cost of our reception was under $20,000 . Johnny continues to get loud and argumentative, saying he’s loosing money then so are we. I work in the wedding industry, and I’m appalled by how he handled speaking to us and how he threatened and treated us.. They have amazing reviews for when things go great!! But it’s the times when things dont, that show true character of a business .

100/5. Villa Barone surpassed my expectations on my wedding day this past July. They took such good care of us from start to finish, from my sweet bridal attendant Luciana making sure my dress never touched the floor pre-ceremony, to my kind maitre d Robert packing up ALL of the reception dinner and desserts for my husband and I to take home with us at the end of the event. We felt like royalty the entire way through. Every moment was perfectly calculated and accounted for and they worked with my planners very seamlessly. Now that it’s obvious how fantastic the service was, I’ll move to the venue itself. The ceremony area was nothing short of breathtaking. I didn’t have to spend much on flowers for the ceremony given how beautiful the ceremony grounds are already. And the reception hall was so grand and spacious that again, I felt simple decor would do the trick. As for the food, my guests could not stop raving about our cake and how full they felt even after cocktail hour! My husband and I will forever relive this day and so will our guests. THANK YOU Villa Barone , Nick, Vinny, and everyone else for taking such good care of us.

This place is amazing . The decor ,food and service is how dedicated Johnny and Nick are to this beautiful venue . The outdoor ceremony with the 40 foot waterfall was unbelievable. The cocktail hour had so much tasty food and drinks . They have waiters that really care about everyone enjoying themselves. They really took care of my nephews wedding . You won’t be disappointed,this is a win , win .

We are so glad we chose to get married at the Hilltop Manor at Villa Barone. We wanted a formal black tie wedding and this location fit the ticket. The staff were friendly, and made absolutely sure we had everything we needed. We had initially booked our wedding prior to Covid and unfortunately had to reschedule twice. We made multiple visits, and phone calls with the staff leading up to the wedding, and they always made themselves available to answer our questions, and accommodate our requests. Vinny, Stephen and Johnny were all so accommodating and easy to work with through such a challenging and uncertain time, On the day of our wedding, Alexis and Steven were our attendant, and maitre d. They exceeded expectations and were so on top of everything with timing, and sequence of events. The wedding went exactly as planned, but it was beyond our expectations. We truly are grateful for the exceptional level of service this venue provided. As for the food…wow. Just…wow. Absolutely delicious. Quantity and quality. There was so much food. We did not get to do a tasting before the wedding due to covid and we were truly blown away by how delicious everything was. Some of our guests thought the cocktail hour was dinner! The cake was phenomenal. The flavors were exquisite as was the texture. So delicate and delicious. Our Guests were raving about how amazing the food was and were shocked by the Vienesse Hour. Absolutely everything about this venue was exactly what we wanted for our wedding. We could recommend the Hilltop Manor at Villa Barone to absolutely anyone. We had heard from so many of our guests that this was the greatest wedding they have been to. We cannot wait to come back for somebody else’s wedding as a guest!

Couldn’t be more happier with my wedding at the Villa Barone. From day one, we were beyond impressed with everything and everyone at the Villa Barone. They went above and beyond to give us our perfect day. They truly made the wedding “our” wedding. We are still receiving compliments from our guests about how perfect everything was at the Villa Barone for our wedding reception. Hands down would recommend them for any wedding, other options do not even compare!

We cannot say enough how grateful we are to have had the Villa Barone Hilltop Manor family host our wedding. Planning a wedding during this time of the pandemic was very stressful but we always walked out of that building with our stress and anxiety immediately relieved. Nick was always attentive to our needs during the planning and helped guide us in the right direction to planning the most perfect day. We were fully comfortable with putting all of our trust with the Villa Barone family while planning our wedding during these hard times and they took the utmost care of us throughout the entire process. The venue itself is breathtaking and so spacious! Once inside the building or on one of the terraces upstairs, you forgot you were on a main road. The décor is beautiful, the rooms and bathrooms are immaculate and moving from room to room within the building was completely enjoyable. On the wedding day, the staff was completely attentive. Our Maître De, Robert, and bridal attendant, Luciana, were the best and we couldn’t have asked for anyone better to run the show on our special day. And the food was absolutely exquisite. Everyone was wow’ed by the abundance of delicious and eclectic array of food at our cocktail hour and throughout the rest of the night. It is safe to say that no one left the reception hungry or unsatisfied with the food. We were definitely recommend using the in-house vendors. Get Down Entertainment and RunwayFoto were did an excellent job and helped make our day even more special. Our guests left the venue smiling ear to ear and we have heard by so many that this was the best wedding they have ever attended. When reading reviews at wedding venues, it is easy to think that most reviews will be good because you would hope every bride and groom enjoys their wedding day. But when we say we would recommend you to have your wedding at Villa Barone, we absolutely mean it. We are sitting on cloud nine remembering this day and how perfectly everything went and are figuring out how and when we could host another party there again!

To say our wedding was the best night of my life is an understatement. Vinny, Gianni, Nicky, Rob and the entire staff at the Villa Barone Hilltop Manor were absolutely amazing and made our dream wedding into a reality. They went above and beyond with every detail throughout the night and never skipped a beat. Between setting up and organizing our ceremony, to making sure my husband and I had a chance to eat, to setting up an amazing after party the list could go on and on. You can tell that everyone who works here genuinely loves what they do and because of that they are all equally extraordinary at making sure every detail is taken care of. They make you feel like family and any stress or anxiety I had from the morning went right out the window the second I walked through the doors. My bridal attendants Lucia and Maria were there to help me every single step of the way and I have to say my dress (which I was the most nervous about) is truly thanking them for that. The food is unmatched to any other venue I’ve been to and my guests could not stop raving about how impressed they were (for a big Italian wedding we all know how important that is). I put all my faith and trust into these guys and they truly exceeded all of my expectations. All their desserts are in house so they are fresh and even better than a bakery. Vinny and Ashley helped design my wedding cake because I wasn’t sure what I wanted and when I saw it I was was blown away. Rob our maitre d cannot get enough accolades. Before I could even think to ask him a question he was already on it and the ceremony and party went without a hitch. The amount of calls and texts I got from family and friends who attended was out of control, it made every penny worth it, knowing that every single person couldn’t say enough of how incredible everything was. Being in the industry myself I have been to almost every venue in the area, and without any hesitation or doubt I can genuinely say that the Villa Barone Hilltop Manor is by far the greatest venue out there, these guys know what they’re doing and you will not be disappointed !! Thank you to the entire staff, you are all AMAZING and I am so beyond grateful for everything that you all did for my husband and I!!! I wish I could give 100 stars!!

My wife and I visited and chose Villa Barone Hilltop Manor to be our wedding venue in November of 2018. With my friends and family located in New Jersey, and hers in Connecticut, it served as the perfect mid-point for all of our expected guests. We were extremely impressed with their venue settings, food options, and commitment to service. We were ready and excited to celebrate our big day in May of 2020. As many wedding couples experienced last year, COVID completely disrupted and altered any and all wedding plans we had for our May wedding day. My wife and I were absolutely devastated to have to cancel our wedding only weeks prior to our originally scheduled date. There was so much uncertainty, confusion, and quite frankly fear, about what the next steps would be, what would happen, and if we ever would get to experience the wedding day we always dreamed of. Fortunately, the only saving grace throughout this entire process was that we chose Villa Barone as our wedding venue, and led by Vinny, the staff and employees of this remarkable wedding venue redefined what it meant to provide outstanding service. During the absolute chaos which was the summer of 2020, Vinny remained upbeat and positive for us, allowing us to reschedule (and once again cancel) our date three times before settling on May 2021 (exactly on our one year anniversary!). We had heard true horror stories from other wedding couples about all of the issues they were having with their venues, and we already felt so blessed that we did not have to experience that. However, their commitment to treating us with first-class service did not simply end there. The day of our wedding was everything we ever could have dreamed of and more. The presentation and decorations for the ceremony, cocktail room, and main banquet hall were stunningly perfect. Many of our guests thought the cocktail hour was the actual dinner because there was that much food provided! Steve and Rachel were excellent to us all night, making sure we had everything and anything we could have wanted. At the end of the night, countless friends and families told us it was the best wedding they had ever been to, and it is all thanks to Villa Barone! I hope that anyone reading this understands that this is much more than just a wedding venue review - but rather a true testament of gratitude to the exceptional people who work at Villa Barone. Many venues have beautiful settings and delicious food, but if you want to be truly taken care of and treated like family, then Villa Barone is the place to go. We would highly recommend them without hesitation to any future wedding couples, we promise you will not be disappointed! Love, Nolan & Kristina P.S - Be sure to get the venetian dessert table - it is 1000% worth it and everyone will be talking about it weeks after your event!

Where do I even begin ... choosing villa barone hilltop manor was the best decision my husband and I ever made. Our wedding was almost 2 weeks ago and we still have guests telling us how much fun they had… Most people said it was the best wedding I’ve ever gone to! From the food, to the beautiful ballroom, to the AMAZING Viennese hour which is SO WORTH IT - everything was absolutely spectacular and I wouldn’t change a thing about that day. Nicky, Johnny, Vinny are incredible - they are well oiled machines who know how to put on a wedding. Our matrie d Rob was fantastic and my bridal attendant Rachel was amazing. She truly was a God send that day! Steve D is also fantastic. He makes you feel so comfortable and truly cares about what he’s doing. Highly highly recommend over and over!