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River Stone Manor
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About this venue
River Stone Manor, a historic estate located about 30 minutes from Albany, hosts weddings for couples looking for a classic venue in Schenectady, New York. Begin with your ceremony on the grounds and enjoy acres of landscaping and greenery along the banks of the Mohawk River. Choose between the indoor cocktail hour space, the Union Room (coming January 2025!), or the outdoor cocktail hour space, the Terrace Tent. Your guests will have a memorable evening with dinner and dancing in the newly renovated Main Ballroom for the remainder of the reception.
Facilities and Capacity
Couples can invite up to 210 guests to join them in celebrating their wedding. The outdoor ceremony space lies on the banks of the Mohawk River, surrounded by oak trees. The Main Ballroom is placed atop a knoll and offers views of the river through its full wall of windows. The ballroom also has French doors that open to a luxurious patio. The Union Room serves as a chic indoor cocktail hour space for your guests to begin the reception. The outdoor cocktail hour space, the Terrace Tent, is set upon a brick patio that sits just 30 feet from the river and boasts a tile and granite bar as well as ceiling fans and sides that can be opened depending on the weather.
Services Offered
A wedding suite in the estate’s home offers half the wedding party space to get ready before the ceremony and reception. The venue also provides the following services:
- In-House Catering
- In-House Bar Services
- Special Events Coordinator
- Waitstaff, Bartenders, and Culinary Team
- Outdoor Ceremony Site
- Indoor Cocktail Hour and Reception
- Outdoor Cocktail Hour Option (Terrace Tent)
- Wedding Cake or Dessert
- White Chiavari Chairs and Round Tables
- Floor Length Linens
- Additional Event Rentals
- Parking
Cuisine
The venue services weddings with full in-house bar service and catering services that can meet any dietary needs, such as gluten-free, lactose-free, nut-free, vegan, and vegetarian requests. They offer the following services:
- Plated (Four Course)
- Buffet
- Stations
- Tastings
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25 years in business
We speak English and Spanish
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Reviews of River Stone Manor
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River Stone Manor is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its beautiful grounds, updated aesthetic, exceptional service, and delicious food. Reviewers highlight the professionalism and attentiveness of Ashley, the event specialist, who ensured a seamless planning process and flawless execution on the wedding day. Guests were impressed by the picturesque setting, with amenities such as a fireplace for romantic backdrops, late-night French fry stations, and stunning outdoor areas for ceremonies and receptions. The venue's stunning views, combined with the attentive staff and exquisite food options, make River Stone Manor a highly recommended choice for unforgettable weddings.
Perfect venue
All of the staff are absolutely amazing as well. Maureen made me feel calm and beautiful before walking down the aisle. Everyone was so friendly and supportive. The food was fantastic!! Definitely recommend attending the tasting event even if you’ve already picked your food because the chefs are masters at their craft and made food I typically would not touch (aka vegan and gluten free options) taste incredible!!
Special thank you to Ashley for taking care of us throughout the whole process. She was super responsive to our emails, met with us at set times to make sure we were on track, and the day of she made sure we were eating and having fun. Ashley is excellent at balancing the logistics with the personal touches and I’m so grateful to have worked with her to make our picture perfect, dream wedding come true!
The moment we set foot on River Stone Manor’s property we knew it was our venue. What we didn’t know was just how attentive, kind, caring, fun, and delicious the entire night would be. 10/10. My only hope is that my friends get married here too so I can keep coming back!
Beyond Our Expectations
Ashley Dariano was truly amazing to work with. She is kind, responsive, and exceptionally organized. She helped bring so many of our ideas to life and ensured everything stayed on track throughout the planning process and on the big day. We did not have a day-of planner, and our wedding still went off without a hitch, which is a huge testament to Ashley and her team.
The food was spectacular, and our guests are still talking about it. The Dijon chicken was a personal favorite, and we are so glad we added the late-night French fry station. It was such a hit.
We would highly recommend River Stone Manor to any couple looking for a beautiful venue, seamless execution, and an unforgettable experience
The Best Decision
Best day of our lives!!!!
The RSM staff went above and beyond. Everyone was so kind, attentive, and professional. The food and drinks were incredible, and we received so many compliments from our guests. The venue itself is absolutely stunning, with beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces that made the perfect backdrop to our day.
We cannot thank Ashley and River Stone Manor enough for helping us create the most perfect, memorable wedding.
Can’t get any better
The Perfect Wedding at River Stone Manor
Alan & Danielle's Wedding
We recently celebrated our wedding at River Stone Manor, and it was an absolutely perfect experience from start to finish! From the very beginning, Ashley Dariano the wedding coordinator made our wedding planning smooth and stress-free. She were professional, organized, and always available to answer questions or make adjustments. Every detail was carefully planned, ensuring that our vision came to life seamlessly. The wedding day itself was nothing short of magical. The venue’s setting, with its picturesque river views and beautifully maintained grounds, provided the perfect backdrop for our ceremony and reception. Everything ran on time, and the staff was incredibly attentive, ensuring that we (and our guests) had everything we needed. The food was absolutely incredible! Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the delicious appetizers, entrees, and desserts. Everything was served promptly. The waitstaff was courteous and professional, making sure everyone was taken care of throughout the evening. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate our special day. River Stone Manor exceeded our expectations in every way, and we are so grateful for their hard work and dedication. If you're looking for a breathtaking venue with top-tier service, we highly recommend them!
Thank you, River Stone Manor, for making our wedding day truly unforgettable! A special thanks goes out to Ashley!! :)
Jean and Danielle
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Skip Sgarlata, Maureen and the staff are the BEST in the Capital Region. I love officiating weddings at River Stone Manor because everything is done with the smallest of details attended to, the grounds are breathtaking, and the staff are on top of everything. You will have nothing to worry about when you book your wedding there. Promise. My highest recommendations!
I have loved working at River Stone since it opened, it is the perfect wedding location. Many beautiful spots for photos, a photographers dream location. Excellent food and a fantastic staff. When I work at River Stone Im working with friends and we work as a team.
River Stone Manor is not only THE Most Beautiful Venue around but ALL Of Skips staff are equally Beautiful in soo many ways!! From the Breath Taking Grounds to the inside of Elegance Ballroom you can be Absolutely reassured your every Attention to detail will be Promised from start to finish! I am Very Proud to be with River Stone Manor and have been since almost Their Very start! Your Dreams Will Always come to life here at River Stone Manor~
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