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A Private Estate
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"The grounds of A Private Estate are beautiful beyond description. We could not have been happier...."
"My daughter and son-in-law had the wedding day of their dreams on June 14, 2025 at A Private Estate..."
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Discover Your Dream Wedding at A Private Estate
A Private Estate Events offers the perfect blend of romance, privacy, and natural beauty, making it the ideal place to say "I do." Nestled in a secluded 19th-century mansion in Germantown, NY (just a 2-hour drive from NYC and 3 hours from Boston), this exclusive venue invites couples to celebrate their love from May to November in the heart of the Hudson Valley.
Surrounded by lush riverside grounds and historic charm, your wedding will feel like it’s straight out of a fairytale. Picture saying your vows with the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains as your backdrop, or celebrating in a rustic-chic barn, all while having the freedom to make the weekend uniquely yours.
Why You'll Love A Private Estate
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Secluded + Scenic: The estate is a true hidden gem with over half a mile of riverside frontage, 300-year-old oak trees, and a serene lake reached from a private half mile driveway. From the manicured gardens to the sweeping views, every corner of this place is picture-perfect.
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Flexibility & Style: Whether you're dreaming of a dreamy riverside ceremony, a rustic barn reception, or an elegant outdoor soirée, the venue offers multiple spaces to bring your vision to life. The venue can host up to 300 guests—perfect for large celebrations, but intimate enough for smaller, more personal events.
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Rustic Meets Modern: The newly built riverside tent offers a stunning spot for receptions and includes everything you need to host a seamless event: gorgeous river views, and space for up to 300 guests. The historic barn adds a rustic touch with wooden beams and a cozy, romantic vibe for up to 275 guests.
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Weekend Vibes: Spend the entire weekend in your own private estate! Kick off your celebration with a tailored private yoga session on one of our lawns or relax with a post-wedding brunch the next morning. Plus, the property has WiFi, air conditioned housing, bespoke fire pits for evening celebrations, and Adirondack chairs for laid-back hangs with your crew.
Facilities & Capacity
- Max Capacity: 300 guests
- Main Ceremony & Reception Areas: Riverside tent site with panoramic views of the Hudson River & Catskill Mountains, historic barn complex surrounded by forest, and beautifully manicured grounds.
- On-Site Amenities: Indoor bathrooms, caterer prep kitchen, a romantic stone patio for dancing, and bespoke fire pit for those cozy moments under the stars at both the riverside tent site and at the barn complex.
Micro Weddings & Elopements
For couples who prefer a more intimate experience, we offer Micro Wedding Packages for up to 30 guests, giving you the chance to celebrate without the stress. Whether you’re here for a few hours or the entire weekend, we’ll make it magical.
Stay in Style
We offer one on-site home to make your wedding weekend even more special:
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The Carriage House: Sleeps up to 12, with four bedrooms (three with en-suite bathrooms). Enjoy luxury amenities like air-conditioning, fiber optic WiFi, a full laundry facility, and even a wood-burning fireplace in the fall. It’s perfect for the bridal party to get ready and relax before the big day.
The neighboring Mansion Sleeps up to 12 in 6 bedrooms with 5 full baths and 2 1/2 baths. Clawfoot tubs anyone? It features an historic in ground swimming pool with all the necessities such as lounge chairs and pool towels.
At A Private Estate, we believe in bringing your wedding dreams to life. Whether you're envisioning a grand celebration or a small, intimate gathering, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Ready to start planning your dream wedding? Book a tour today and let’s make magic happen!
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A Private Estate is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its breathtaking views overlooking the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains. The property, managed by Ripley and Jack, offers exceptional service and a beautiful canvas for weddings with its multiple locations for ceremonies and receptions. Reviewers appreciate the team's professionalism, flexibility, and attention to detail, making the planning process seamless and ensuring a memorable wedding day. Overall, the venue is highly recommended for couples seeking a picturesque and well-managed setting for their special day.
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Most Picturesque Venue in the Hudson Valley
Most special Wedding Venue
What truly made our experience exceptional, though, was the team. Ripley, the venue manager, was the most gracious and accommodating partner we could have asked for. From our very first conversation, she made us feel comfortable, heard, and supported. She went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was taken care of, all while being incredibly kind and patient throughout the entire planning process.
On the day of, the staff onsite made everything seamless. They were attentive without ever being intrusive, and they managed the flow of the day in a way that let us and our guests simply enjoy every moment without worry. It was clear they cared deeply about making our wedding as smooth and special as possible.
We cannot say enough good things about our experience. Between the beauty of the property, the professionalism and warmth of the staff, and Ripley’s incredible guidance, our wedding day truly exceeded our expectations. We are so grateful to have celebrated such an important milestone in a place that will forever hold such a special spot in our hearts.
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I cannot speak highly enough of Ripley and Jack, they are so experienced, detail oriented, kind, and willing to go the extra mile, no matter what that means. Some of our guests received a tornado warning the morning of our wedding - but thanks to Jack and Ripley's experience and flexibility, we were able to implement backup plans we felt confident in. Ultimately, the weather cleared, and Jack and his team quickly pivoted so we were able to have our ceremony outside.
A Private Estate is a great venue if you want to personalize your event - it felt like whatever our vision was, Ripley and Jack were up for making it happen.
We're so happy we booked APE as our venue!
Ripley, the owner, was so helpful in giving us all the information we needed when deciding to book and then after booking to decide on vendors, etc. - and we can't say enough good things about Jack, the property manager, who was so helpful and on top of things always. They are a well-oiled machine, and you can tell through their attention to detail, communication, and maintenance of the property that they really care about giving couples a great experience.
We and our family stayed at the carriage house rental on the property, which was really convenient (a couple minute walk away from the barn) and beautiful. There was plenty of room for getting ready wedding morning and it was supplied with everything we needed - cooking things, shampoo/conditioner, hairdryer w/ attachments, and even a steamer w/ distilled water!
We're so glad we got married here and highly recommend!
Gorgeous, historic property for memorable wedding
We had a 140-person wedding in the typical ceremony spot, a cocktail reception up on the hill, and dinner/dancing in the barn (which looked great with minimal decor). I felt confident leaving all the details to Jack, the property manager, who was kind, responsive and incredibly experienced. Like any venue that's not full-service, planning a wedding at a Private Estate requires a lot of vendors and moving parts (which is more work, but allows you to customize), and Jack and his staff handled the deliveries / setup deftly. The week before the wedding was low stress, and the event went without a hitch.
My bridesmaids stayed in the carriage house, which was convenient, and my and my husband's families stayed at Holcroft next door, another gorgeous 19th century estate. I highly recommend that setup. One thing to note is that, at least in May, the late afternoon sun shines right above the ceremony spot, blinding the guests. I recommend getting them fans, visors, something. It was weirdly hot on our wedding day; I would have had water readily available and more fans in the barn loft. But in terms of choosing a Private Estate, I wouldn't do anything differently. It's a great value / location for what you get: a stunning, memorable wedding. (photos by Sandy SooHoo)
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Private Estate is one of my favorite locations to photograph a wedding. It offers a wonderful view of the Hudson river. I love the architecture of the barn and the intimate atmosphere it creates. There are so many locations to make timeless photos and portraits of the bride and the groom. I highly recommend it.
What an amazing atmosphere for a wedding. We had a great experience working with Ripley and Jack, and hope to work again at a Private Estate again. A great value with all it has to offer. A well maintained and loved gem.
Elegance at it's best! From the beautiful front lawn over looking the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains, to the unique barn setting with an excellent outdoor patio setting, A Private Estate is no question, a venue like no other!!! We LOVE performing at this venue and working along side their friendly staff! A+++
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