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Denise Herker
Denise Herker
Event Manager

Woman-owned

1 year in business

We speak English

Medium team (11-20 members)

Founders Grove in Magnolia, New Jersey, is a stunning wedding venue and garden estate that offers a timeless and elegant experience. This historic location, originally built in 1743, is a unique, hidden gem that sits in a private garden with a newly renovated Carriage House and a luxury barn ideal for a rustic celebration.

Facilities and Capacity

At Founders Grove, the crew aims to preserve the rich history of the property while also breathing new life into it with modern touches that blend with the timeless architecture. This wonderful place is owned by Denise, who is a florist with her own shop, Leigh Florist. She is passionate about nature and its seasonal marvels as well as about gatherings and human connection. That is why, when she happened upon this gorgeous place, she knew it needed to be shared with others. You and up to 180 of your loved ones can enjoy a wonderful experience at Founders Grove. The Carriage House is a beautiful wooden room with white-painted walls and beams on the walls and ceiling. Delicate chandeliers hang all around the space, giving off an easy, elegant vibe. With its warm and welcoming surroundings, Founders Grove will enchant and delight your friends and family as they celebrate your magical new chapter. You and your partner can recite your wedding vows beneath a grove of trees native to the land as the sun gently sets on this charming fairytale setting.

Services Offered

The dedicated and professional members of staff at Founders Grove cannot wait to meet you and help you plan your ideal wedding day. When you book a full-day wedding experience at this marvelous location, you and your future spouse will enjoy full, exclusive use of the property. This includes the Farmhouse Suite and the Carriage House Loft dressing areas. The team will assist with every detail, from the hand-selected catering and in-house bar services to seating plans, layout, a curated vendor list, and even an in-house floral design crew.

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$10,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$8,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$35

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

75

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
July
August
December

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Team

Denise Herker
Denise Herker
Event Manager
Amber Stillman
Amber Stillman
Administrative Venue Assistant

Professional Network & Endorsements

Gen Palmer Photography
5.0 out of 5 rating , 10 reviews
· Wedding Photographers
Ashley Gerrity Photography
5.0 out of 5 rating , 88 reviews
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Founders Grove frequently asked questions

Founders Grove includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Glassware
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Founders Grove includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Founders Grove for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
Founders Grove offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Founders Grove offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Founders Grove offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Founders Grove offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
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