Mountainville Manor helped us craft our dream wedding.. it was absolute perfection and beyond what I could've imagined. And I'm not known for exaggerating. Thinking about our wedding, I well up in gratitude for the most beautiful day that was put together to a tee.

There are moments that I believe most people can point to and say "I knew this was it". I felt it when my husband and I were getting to know each other, when I visited the home we now live in, when I tried on the dress that I said yes to, and I remember having distinctly felt it when I visited Mountainville Manor back in December 2020, and met Lauren for the first time. Michael and I took a tour, tasted the food, chatted about having a COVID wedding and what that would look like for us. Then on the drive back, I had said, "this is where we're getting married".

It takes a very special person to be able to instill trust - that you can hand over the many details of this day that you will remember for the rest of your life, and they've got you; they genuinely care, empathize, and will do everything in their power to help you. I encountered this in Lauren and thereby, in her team. Planning this wedding was a wonderful experience because Lauren listened to what we wanted and made suggestions as if she could read our minds. She made wedding planning easier and more enjoyable. A small example: I mentioned wanting honey favors with a "meant to bee" sign and Lauren helped procure adorable glass bear jars, found a local organic honey vendor, and presented the fee for taking care of it all. Simply amazing.

For folks like me out there who take the time to read all these reviews, know that this venue is more than just a business. These people love what they do and are extremely good at it. Chef Craig floored our guests with some of the best food they've ever had at not just any wedding, but in their entire lives. Sally made stunning mocktails for my husband and I who do not drink alcohol, and refreshments and actual cocktails that our guests raved about. James is the man who will fix everything and together with Lauren, they handled the finer points I wouldn't have even thought of. An example: they took care of the outdoor-nature-bug situation so our guests and our food remained safe and happy throughout the entire evening. Another example: they brought over the flower pot displays and cards box from the Ceremony area and guestbook station to our Sweetheart Table during the reception. What a nice touch!

Everything at this manor is just right. The size, the atmosphere, the location.. I loved our getting ready rooms, and having our first look photos taken under the shade of the rotund porch. We had a gorgeous outdoor Ceremony by the gazebo, Cocktail Hour with a display station and passed hors d'oeuvres, and Tented Reception with a five course plated dinner. Our color theme was white and blush with a splash of coral. We were beyond pleased with the table settings, linens, sweetheart table arrangement, and more. My goodness, the cake was delicious - for those who share my flavor palate, I recommend vanilla cake with lemon curd filling, elderflower syrup, and buttercream frosting. You will not regret it.

I cannot thank these kind, thoughtful, and talented people enough. They are truly wonderful. I'm so glad our paths crossed and am so proud of the Wedding we put together. Hopefully, I'll be able to visit soon for another special occasion.

Our son’s wedding ceremony and reception a few weeks ago at Mountainville Manor was outstanding, and the most fun day of my life since my own wedding 35 years ago. When our son and his fiancé started considering wedding venues, I wanted them to look at Mountainville Manor because it is just five minutes from our house and I knew it would be exclusively theirs for the day. When we joined the couple and the mother of the bride for the first meeting and food tasting, I was so impressed with the quality of the food and with the owner Lauren and other staff we met. After considering other venues in New York as well as Pennsylvania and New Jersey, I was thrilled our kids selected our local option. While I wasn’t directly involved in the planning, I know my son and daughter-in-law as well as her mother were very happy with the service and support they were given throughout the planning process and they found Lauren to be very flexible and open to ideas. On the beautiful summer day of the wedding, everything was so lovely and ran flawlessly, from the ceremony outside by the gazebo to the cocktail hour that flowed seamlessly from outside in front of the manor, to the porch, to the two rooms inside, and later to the beautiful reception hall. We were particularly pleased that the chef was willing to accommodate a custom display station during the cocktail hour that served dishes from my husband’s country which many guests was so excited about. For any couple who wants a private, elegant venue for their wedding and the reduced stress by having everything well-coordinated by experienced staff, Mountainville Manor is an excellent choice.

It would be impossible for me to overstate the many outstanding qualities of Mountainville Manor. Lauren, James, and their entire staff are beyond compare. They are professional, caring, fun, thoughtful, on top of every single thing and to top it all off, the food was so incredible, no one can stop talking about it.

Not only is this venue stunning with beautiful gardens and "farmhouse chic" charm. Not only does it come with some of the best food and service I've ever seen. Not only was it the perfect place to host the best party of my life. It was budget friendly and all inclusive. While some places try to lure you in with low per-person costs, they are full of hidden fees and expenses that only come out as you dive further into the wedding planning process. Mountainville Manor appears higher in price at first glance, but is so upfront about all of the costs that once you start comparing, it becomes clear that in terms of value, there isn't a competition.

Lauren and James were circulating during the reception to ensure the best guest experience and their staff solved problems before they even arose. They were friendly, wonderful communicators, and incredibly professional. I highly reccommend them and this beautiful venue for any special event you may be considering.