“My wedding experience at Birch Hill was incredible, and I owe so much of that to Serena and her amazing team! We started the booking process in early March, hoping for a September/October wedding date, and thankfully found one that worked. Serena was an absolute goddess from start to finish—she gave us a thorough tour of all the location options, answered every question, and made the entire process feel effortless. We knew almost immediately that no other venue would compare! Since we were on a tight timeline, I reached out to Serena frequently with questions, and she always responded promptly and thoroughly. By our 90-day planning meeting, we were already so comfortable with everything, and Serena guided us seamlessly through food choices (of which there were so many!) and other details. Her expertise really shone through when I wasn’t sure about certain things; she made it all so simple and stress-free. On the big day, I felt so confident in Serena and her team—it was like everything was taken care of before I could even think about it. I truly felt like I had nothing to worry about and could be fully present in every moment, which made the day even more magical. They thought of every detail, big and small, allowing me to simply enjoy and soak it all in. Speaking of the food—it was hands down the best meal I’ve ever had! We chose the Cocktail Style package and went with a wide range of options, including crispy calamari with lemon-garlic aioli, French onion soup, cider bacon-wrapped chicken, pulled pork wonton bites, and mini grilled cheeses with tomato soup shooters, among others. Every single bite was phenomenal! The prime rib was cooked to perfection, and the mashed potato bar and pasta station were crowd favorites. Our guests raved about the gourmet French fry station that we had later in the night. While we handpicked the items, I genuinely believe that anything else on their menu would have been just as amazing—the quality and flavors were out of this world. At the end of the night, everything was packed up perfectly and already in my car before I even stopped partying! If I had to give any constructive feedback, it would be about the bridal suite. It was a very warm day for late September, and the air conditioning hadn’t been turned on before we arrived, so the suite was quite hot initially. Other than that, our ceremony by the pond was absolutely beautiful. While the mosquitos and some goose droppings were a minor annoyance, the setting was otherwise perfect and so romantic. All in all, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Serena’s commitment and attention to detail made our wedding truly unforgettable!”

“We got married over a month ago and have been putting off writing this review, because it means that our time working with Kerri has really come to an end. Booking Fortune Valley Manor for our wedding venue was without a doubt, the best decision we made for our wedding. FVM was the third wedding venue we toured, and from the minute we sat down in Kerri’s office, before we even saw the grounds, we knew we wanted to get married there. Kerri is warm, friendly and so hospitable (as evidenced by the delicious snacks and seasonal sangria she serves at every meeting), and as a wedding planner, could not be more on top of every single detail that goes into making your wedding day perfect. We were blown away by her at our first meeting; how thoughtful, organized and intentional she is towards each aspect of the wedding planning process. And she remained that way through the entire planning process. Our monthly meetings kept us on track (usually ahead of schedule!), and Kerri was so careful to check in about every detail and made sure we were completing all of our “homework assignments”, so wedding planning could actually be enjoyable! We felt that she truly cared about us as individuals and a couple, and took the time to learn who we are, so she could help plan the day that was right for us. She was easy to communicate with, helped talk us through every question we had and really took to heart everything we wanted in our day. In Kerri, we truly felt like we were planning our wedding with a close friend by our side. We could not imagine doing this process without her! Kerri make sure she surrounds herself with the best staff. All of her recommended vendors were amazing to work with. And the venue staff and shuttle drivers were friendly, helpful and so professional. They all made sure our day went off without a hitch! The grounds themselves are stunning. We knew we wanted to get married at a barn in the Hudson Valley, and Fortune Valley ticked every box. Frank does an impeccable job making sure the grounds and barn always look in the best shape possible. The barn easily accommodated our 200 guests, and enabled us to have the perfect mix of indoor/outdoor space that we wanted for our wedding. Guests were able to dance as much as they wanted inside, and then step outside for some fresh air when needed. And our guests loved being able to interact with the horses out front! The food was outstanding and Chef Charlie was so easy to work with and accommodated our need for a vegetarian/pescetarian wedding. We loved being able to go up to the venue for a tasting day, and actually got to try our menu in advance and tweak as needed. We received so many compliments on the food. Kerri was able to help us source specialty beer and alcohol, some of which was used to craft our signature cocktails – which were also outstanding. I could go on and on about this venue and this team. If you are lucky enough to have your desired date available at FVM, book it immediately! Kerri, Frank and the entire FVM Team made our day so smooth, magical and memorable. Our guests can’t believe we found this hidden gem. I wish we could get married again just to book Fortune Valley Manor!”

“Blenheim is a beautiful property and the perfect location for a Catskills wedding. Min and Morton are accommodating owners who made sure all of our needs were considered and facilitated. If you want to have an upscale barn wedding that is a highly memorable affair this is absolutely the venue for you! The food is amazing, the staff is on top of everything (shoutout to Rosie!), and the setting is gorgeous. We had multiple wedding events (welcome party, wedding, after party and farewell brunch) and every one was amazing!”

“My husband and I recently celebrated our wedding at Seven Ponds Farm, and despite some unexpected rain, it was truly the best day ever! From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the stunning beauty of the venue. The mountains, the ponds, the charming farm (and adorable goats)—it was all picture perfect. Our guests couldn't stop raving about the gorgeous setting. And even when the weather threatened to dampen our plans, the incredible team at Seven Ponds Farm had a backup plan to save the day. They seamlessly flipped our ceremony and cocktail hour so we could still get those breathtaking mountain views during our ceremony. They even brought delicious snacks and drinks from the cocktail hour to our bridal suite so we wouldn't miss out on any of the fun. We opted to have our rehearsal dinner at the venue as well as the reception, and we were not disappointed. We got many compliments on the food, and especially the fish tacos, which we didn't try during the tasting dinner, so we were pleasantly surprised! All around, everything was delicious. We also stayed at the venue from Thursday to Sunday, which definitely made the whole experience feel even more special, as it truly did feel like home while we were there. Olivia and Edvard were absolutely amazing. They were so professional, accommodating, and truly helped us every step of the way. When the power went out in the main house while we were getting ready, they were right there to help us get it back on. Their calm demeanor and quick thinking really put us at ease. We can't recommend Seven Ponds Farm enough. It's a beautiful place with an exceptional team who will make sure every detail of your wedding day is well thought out. If you're looking for a venue that's both stunning and has incredible service, look no further!”