6 Breathtaking Forest Wedding Venues in New York
Exchanging wedding vows underneath a canopy of leaves can feel like living in a fairytale. If you’re daydreaming about sunlight filtering through the trees surrounding your ceremony, you should consider some of the best forest wedding venues in New York for your big day. I’ve had the pleasure of attending many upstate ceremonies within the state’s oldest woods. These are some of the locations I’d recommend for woodland weddings.
1. Blooming Hill Farm
Lush trees and rolling hills surround Blooming Hill Farm. The working estate has multiple outdoor locations so you and your guests can soak in the views. Get married in an open meadow, beneath towering trees, or within the renovated barn. Every part of the property is picturesque.
Blooming Hill Farm’s numerous comprehensive packages include everything from flower arrangements to catering. If you love farm-to-table meals, you’ll especially appreciate the fresh reception produce grown on the same property.
2. Foxfire Mountain House
New York hosts over 121,000 weddings every year and many of them occur at Foxfire Mountain House. The venue owners turn weddings into full retreats. You and your guests will have over 10 acres all to yourselves during your reserved dates. Catering and overnight accommodations come with your package, plus the decor of your choosing.
The venue also has an employee-centered management style, which sets it apart from other forest wedding venues in New York. Couples don’t have to pay tips, administrative fees, or service charges on anything because every Foxfire employee makes a living wage. You could save some extra cash and put the money toward your honeymoon instead.
3. Roxbury Barn & Estate
The Roxbury Barn & Estate is tucked away in the quiet woods of the Catskills. Drive up to the venue to meet the extensive team ready to help plan your wedding. You’ll tour the outdoor ceremony spots waiting for you among trees that seemingly reach the clouds. Between the comprehensive planning packages and the sustainable, inclusive business practices, this serene venue could be the best place for your dream day.
Couples also love the Roxbury Barn & Estate because it has numerous locations for your wedding day. There’s the ceremony space within a pine grove, a carriage barn for midnight dances, and a bonfire waiting for your late-night s’mores. You can also mingle at the venue’s hilltop pavilion before dining on the terrace. I know some wedding destinations can feel cramped when everyone arrives, but you’ll have plenty of space to enjoy the view at this venue.
4. Old Mill Guest House
Planning a big wedding can be more stressful than couples anticipate. You have to find a beautiful location that’s also big enough to host everyone you love. If that’s what you’re experiencing, no worries. The Old Mill Guest House is among the best places to host a big outdoor wedding in New York.
The venue has 20,000 square feet of event space, which you can use for a bright and airy ceremony or a reception under the stars. There are also enough guest rooms for 50 people to stay on the property. You could spend all weekend in Old Mill’s fairytale forest vibe with their high-quality catering and hospitality.
5. Spillian
Merge your love of historic places with forest wedding venues by booking your big day at Spillian. The mountainside house was built over 140 years ago but remains a popular ceremony destination.
People gather around a wooden platform nestled between the property’s ancient trees before celebrating within the historic home. The all-inclusive pricing package means you won’t need to lift a finger to pull off the wedding of the century. You’ll have an expert team helping before, during, and after your big day, which may erase the last bit of stress you could feel while pulling every detail together.
6. Glen Falls House
The Glen Falls House isn’t just a dreamy venue. It’s also a private resort on 47 serene Catskills acres. You and your guests hike the property’s trails, hang out around a bonfire, and jump into the natural swimming holes before it’s time to get ready for your big day. Rustling leaves and birdsong fill the background of every Glen Falls wedding before your DJ ever starts your ceremony music.
If you’re interested in comparing local venue rates, you might also prefer the property’s competitive packages. They arrange weddings any day of the week, which I promise you won’t find at every venue. Rates vary depending on your selected day, but they all come with everything you’ll need to plan your wedding.
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Your big day can have the nature-based vibe you want without leaving New York. Talk with your fiance about the state’s beautiful forest wedding venues to compare rates, packages, and each location’s stunning views. You can also send me a quick message to discuss my vision for your wedding photos at your top venue choices. I’ve worked with couples at most of these locations and more, so I’ll know how to get the best shots while you make some of life’s most treasured memories.
