Vanderbilt Lakeside Bar Room & Guesthouse

ozy and have everything you might need for a short stay. The grounds are lovely and feel so private and tucked away even though the venue is in downtown Philmont. The event staff are fantastic--Henrietta helped make our vision come to life and was so responsive throughout the wedding process, Matt's food was incredible (truly drool-worthy), and all of the staff were so lovely and helpful throughout. It was a dream, and we would recommend it to anyone and everyone! We're already dreaming of hosting another event there one day.

ed ones. Vanderbilt was even better than we envisioned. It was like being at home (in a beautiful mansion!). Our inner circle arrived Friday afternoon and we enjoyed the inviting atmosphere to catch up and ready the space with our personal touches. There are many nooks to make special, lounge and connect. We had rehearsal with dinner on site, followed by relaxing around the fire pit. Our original hope was for an outdoor ceremony, but despite the rain, our plan B came together so beautifully it feels meant to be all along. The spaces were transformed seamlessly as needed (ceremony space to happy hour; rehearsal dinner to dance floor and band). The space is gorgeous and everyone felt it's magic, no doubt due to the special touch of it's owners. Henrietta is 100% pro, responsive, yet warm and laid back. Chief Matt got rave reviews from our guests for delicious and creative dishes.

as an amazing way to spend extra time with our family, and was especially great for our many young nieces and nephews who loved exploring the deck and back yard. Henrietta (owner) was extremely responsive and organized throughout the entire planning process, and thoughtful about making the weekend as we envisioned. The space is beautifully appointed and required very little additional decorating for the event. The food was fantastic, and our guests with dietary restrictions and allergies were especially grateful for the thoughtfulness of their kitchen and staff. The location was also great (though required some transportation planning due to limited uber/lyft in the area) - our guests loved exploring Hudson and hiking in the area. Highly recommend this venue for anyone looking for an intimate and personalized wedding.

remony. All the guests said it was the best meal they ever had at a wedding. Very unique spot. Highly recommend

utiful space. And yes, it is truly beautiful! It retains the charm of an older estate but with modern amenities. For example, during our wedding weekend, it was extremely hot outside, so we were somewhat limited in doing outdoor activities during the day. Regardless, we were able to enjoy ourselves inside, with the spacious rooms, ample seating and indoor activities, and music throughout the space. We also had a great time doing karaoke! We loved that guests who wanted to go to sleep early could. The upstairs rooms are private, quiet and well-air-conditioned. And we loved that they each had their own bathroom! We also appreciated Henrietta, Matt and their team’s efforts to make sure the catered dinner was a success. The food was incredible. We loved having the option to pick from so many dishes, and all of them were fantastic. Having them handle everything allowed us to just focus on the wedding and enjoy spending time together. Maybe the thing we appreciated most of all was how quickly they dealt with any requests or (minor) issues that came up. They felt like our partners throughout the weekend, responding quickly to questions and never making us feel like we were burdening them. At the end of the weekend, a few attendees remarked that they were thinking about doing a future event at Vanderbilt, because they loved it so much. We recommend Vanderbilt Lakeside without reservation!

r a unique venue, you've found it! Do you want your wedding day to go smoothly? Have it here!!! As a photographer this venue was pure eye candy and gave me so many interesting spots for photos!

nue, visited it in January of 2023, and booked it instantly- didn’t even see another venue. As stated in previous reviews, Henrietta made the planning process as easy as possible. We communicated mainly via email, but she allowed us to come to the space as often as we needed (I think between both of our families we were there 3 times). She also provided a list of vendors that previous wedding parties had used at the Vanderbilt, which I used for our planner, tent company, shuttle company and photographer (all great). When it came time for the tasting, we were provided with an extensive menu of food and drinks curated by Matt. We were blown away by the food. As the wedding day approached, Henrietta was easy to communicate with and flexible. She helped us plan a thorough rainy day plan B, and was the bearer of good news when she called me 2 days prior to tell me the weather looked good and we were going with plan A. The weekend of the wedding was incredible. Our families stayed in the 8 rooms upstairs Friday and Saturday night. Henrietta and Matt were in early on Saturday to get everything prepared. Their team was incredible. After the ceremony, Henrietta greeted us with champagne and a congratulations. When cocktail hour ended and we realized we were so busy that we didn’t even eat our appetizers, Henrietta put together a plate for us and brought it over. I’ve heard from a number of guests that the food was the best they’ve had at a wedding, and I agree. It’s important to note that the staff was also FUN to have around. Bartenders and servers interacted with guests and kept the energy light and fun. The next morning, Matt prepared a great breakfast (much needed) for those staying at the Vanderbilt, even including some leftovers of our banana pudding dessert from the night before. Now let’s quickly talk about the space. The Vanderbilt Lakeside is the most unique space I’ve ever seen. Each room has its own personality and is decorated meticulously and beautifully. I only had to bring in decorations for the tables, as the venue itself was already perfect. The deck was a perfect fit for our 90-person dinner. The lawn, outdoor bar, and lawn games were a hit for those who wanted to chill out rather than dance. The Bar room was the perfect size for our musicians and a dance floor. The rooms upstairs are clean, all about the same size, and all have their own bathrooms to make for a comfortable stay. Overall, I cannot recommend the Vanderbilt enough. We’re racking our brains for an excuse to host another event there. Henrietta and Matt are incredible to work with!