Barn & Farm Wedding Venues in Northern New Jersey

Phyllis

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5.0

Our wedding at Crossed Keys Estate was an absolute dream come true! From the moment we arrived, we knew this was the venue of our dreams. Danielle, our honorary flower girl, was one of the very first people who made that feeling real for us. She radiates kindness and warmth, and from day one, she made us feel welcomed, supported, and genuinely cared for. Danielle played such a meaningful role in bringing us to Crossed Keys, and we will forever be grateful to her for helping make this dream a reality. From the very first moment to the final goodbye, every single person we encountered went above and beyond in ways we never could have imagined. This is not just a venue. This is a family. Traci deserves her own standing ovation. She worked with us for months and never once fumbled a detail. Calm, organized, proactive, and endlessly kind, Traci made the entire planning process feel seamless and stress-free. On the wedding day itself, she was everywhere without ever being intrusive, anticipating needs before we even voiced them. When my bustle broke mid celebration, Traci and Kathrine, the owner, were literally on their hands and knees safety pinning my dress so I could be comfortable and keep dancing. That level of care and professionalism is rare, and it is unforgettable. Kathrine’s husband personally went to the Inn to retrieve items we forgot. Not once, but twice. That alone says everything you need to know about the people behind this place. The food deserves serious recognition. Every course was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and absolutely incredible. From cocktail hour through dinner, the quality and flavor were consistently next level. Guests are still talking about how good everything was, and several told us it was the best wedding food they have ever had. It was clear that the kitchen takes immense pride in what they serve, and it showed in every bite. The drinks were equally impressive and expertly crafted, adding to an already unforgettable experience. Every member of the staff was extraordinary, but a very special thank you to Barb, our incredible server, who made it her personal mission to keep us hydrated, fed, and happy. She followed us around all night, making sure we had water, drinks, and that we actually ate. She all but spoon-fed me, fully aware that I was never leaving that dance floor. Thank you for packing us pastries! They were absolutely delicious and the perfect ending to a perfect day! Jess, come on girl!! You and your team completely outdid yourselves. The decor was stunning and brought our entire vision to life in a way that exceeded every expectation. We are honestly at a loss for words. Crossed Keys Estate treats you like family, and that is something you feel in every interaction, every detail, and every moment of your day. A gigantic thank you to everyone at CKE. This is a place we will hold close to our hearts for years to come!

Erinn

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

My husband & I recently got married at Perona Farms & we had an amazing experience! They made our day of experience seamless & easy. From the start of our day, our bridal attendant was extremely attentive & then our day of coordinator made sure everything was in place at the right time. The service was wonderful & they really made us feel at home! 5 stars! Highly recommend!

Katie

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

Bob, Meg and John are a great team. They accommodated multiple date changes through the pandemic and freely honored everything from the original contract. They are super responsive to any questions and so calming and kind. The venue itself is lovely. The outside area is beautifully landscaped, hosts a meandering stream and is located in a charming area. The building itself has a lower level for the cocktail hour and an upper dining room with a balcony overlooking the grounds. The upper bar is beautiful and leads to a front patio/porch that has fire pits surrounded by outdoor sofas. Guests had lots of places to be and still be a part of the action. I was concerned about the levels and stairs but they have ramps hidden in service areas to accommodate guests’ needs. Bob and the all the service staff cheerfully anticipated our needs and those of our guests. He felt like family. And even joined us for a dance! LOVE HIM! April Martorano- MOB

Tania

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

We had our wedding at The Loft at Jack’s Barn, and it was absolutely magical from start to finish. The space is breathtaking — rustic yet elegant — and the atmosphere felt so intimate and full of character. Every single detail, from the string lights to the barn doors and floral setup, created the most romantic backdrop for our day. The entire team — Darren, Chris, Demi, and Casey — went above and beyond to make sure everything ran perfectly. They were attentive, professional, and genuinely kind. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how beautiful the venue was and how smoothly everything went. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate our wedding. It truly was the best day of our lives, and we’ll forever be grateful to everyone at Jack’s Barn for making it so special. Highly, highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a wedding that feels both timeless and unforgettable. 💍✨

I had my wedding there August 2020, and the owners made this planning process go smoothly and seamlessly. It was perfect and beautiful from start to finish, and all my guests raved about it. It was truly a rustic fairytale!

Annaliese

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

We loved working with everyone at the farm to plan our wedding from start to finish. The entire process was a wonderful experience—Candice and Steve were incredibly attentive and truly listened to everything we wanted. On the day of the wedding, the staff went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. We could really feel the amount of care and effort that went into making our day so special. The food was delicious, the ceremony space and flowers were absolutely gorgeous, and the cows were the best! We couldn’t have asked for a better venue or team!

It all started when I came across a blurry image of a lavender field on Google images as I was searching for a unique local wedding venue in NJ. Monica was just the sweetest to talk to over email and I had to go visit her property to see it in all it's glory for myself. We immediately fell in love with the farm and sweet scent in the air as soon as we walked up and felt like we teleported to a small village in the outskirts of France. More importantly, we fell even more in love with the lovely couple and owners of the farm, Monica and Jim. Especially after they told us that they had built everything on their property themselves, we were truly amazed and it is evident how much work and love they'd put in to their farm. Every corner you turn to is a special picturesque photo opportunity. We set our date with Monica during our first visit almost a year ago. From then, we were in constant communication with Monica throughout the whole process leading up to the wedding. They had hopes and just started the process of building an open air pavilion for future wedding receptions to be held there. Although, there was no guarantee that this would be completed in time for our wedding, Monica and Jim went above and beyond to do everything they could to have it ready by then. Our wedding day was absolutely perfect and the stars truly aligned, with the completion of the pavilion and the gorgeous weather for an outdoor wedding. Monica is just the most wonderful person to work with and her and Jim are genuinely the kindest people we've met. Finding the perfect wedding venue is important to us and we are so glad we met and have gotten to know Monica and Jim. We absolutely love them and any couple would be lucky to work with them! The love and pride in their work in so very evident everywhere you look on their property. They have truly created their own magical world here and we are so lucky to be able to have our wedding on their farm. Thank you for the absolute best experience and wedding day!!!