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Barbara Sent on 09/20/2024Absolutely beautiful!
Many, many thanks to Annie Rozycki for her phenomenal help and expertise in help planning, coordinating, and pulling off a breathtakingly beautiful wedding. Annie’s professionalism, ease and fun to work with, to her attention to intricate details and just her overall willingness to make sure our day went perfectly, exceeded all of our expectations and then some! From the stunning and spectacular views of The Garrison, to the sunset which was amazing, to the food that was absolutely delicious, and professional and friendly staff. Our guests raved about the venue and we highly recommend having your wedding at this stunning location. Every detail was spectacular and exactly what we wanted. Annie, you are truly the best! Thank you for sharing our very special day with us! You made our dream come true! -
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Jaci Sent on 09/17/2024We love The Garrison!
We had a wonderful wedding at The Garrison in August in 2024- from the minute we saw this breathtaking venue, we knew it was a special place where we could see ourselves spending one of the most important days of our life. I immediately got in touch with Bridget, who from day one was super accessible, transparent, kind and willing to work with us. Bridget walked us through the entire planning process, from a tasting where we were made to feel super special by the wonderful Fatima (who ended up being our day of attendant and was AWESOME) to every last detail of our special day. The venue itself is gorgeous, the sunset over the mountains, the floor to ceiling windows, the beautifully maintained grounds - our guests were in AWE. The staff was wonderful, they made sure to treat our wedding party extra special and gave great service to our guests. My morning getting ready in the bridal suite was peaceful and easy and Bridget and Fatima kept things on task. We knew our day was in great hands with Bridget and the team at The Garrison and we can't thank them enough for making our wedding such a memorable and beautiful day. -
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Julie Sent on 09/06/2024We LOVED The Garrison!
We LOVED having our wedding at the Garrison!!! We were blown away by the idyllic views and grounds and beautiful reception space. Even though we lucked out with the weather, I appreciated that their indoor ceremony space also overlooked the beautiful scenery, and that even during the reception, our guests could admire the view and sunset. We can't count the amount of compliments we got from our guests on The Garrison, from how beautiful the space and views were to how great the food and staff were. I also loved that we were the only wedding held that day so I had access to the bridal suite (which is really big and comfortable) for the entire day. We worked with Annie as our day-of-coordinator, and she was AMAZING!! She is a total pro, and throughout the entire wedding planning process she was so helpful, responsive, and knowledgeable. Annie coordinated with our other vendors and helped us get every detail in order so that during the actual day, everything went so smoothly and we didn't have to worry about any logistics. Our whole experience with The Garrison was seamless, and we would recommend that everyone have their wedding there! -
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Rebecca Sent on 07/24/2024so beautiful
most beautiful venue with so much support for carrying out our day as I wanted. Bridget was so helpful and super responsive through the whole process. can't beat the landscape in this region. our wedding was a dream. food was great! -
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Caitlin Sent on 07/17/2024Would Choose This Venue Over and Over
Words cannot describe how perfect and flawless our wedding day was at The Garrison.
We looked at several venues but once we stepped inside of the Garrison, it was no question this was our venue.
Bridget was there every step of the way even before we put down our deposit. She was amazing from answering all our questions , responded quickly to emails, eased any sort of worry I had. I always thought wedding planning would be stressful..and I can say it honestly was not because everything here is so thorough and relaxed.
The venue is BEAUTIFUL inside and out. Luckily weather agreed with us so we could get married outside but they were prepared to shift last minute Inside ( which is just as beautiful) needed be which was great.
The food was talked about for weeks after as well, all our guests raved that it was some of the best wedding food they’ve ever had and we agree!
I can go on forever but if you want a wedding that checks every box…the garrison is your place. I would choose it again and again.
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Amanda Sent on 03/19/2024Incredibly Happy With Our Wedding Day Experience
Our wedding at The Garrison was wonderful. Bridget Bell, our coordinator, and her entire team truly made our day stress free and incredible. You can tell that they run a well oiled machine and have a team of professionals, from top to bottom. The food was OUTSTANDING, I still dream about that short rib dish. Bridget was also incredible throughout the planning stages and really walked us through everything, making sure we felt comfortable and more importantly, excited for our big day. It happened to rain on our wedding day and I was genuinely so impressed with how the team and the venue handled that change of plans. It was seamless and at the end of the day, I don't at all feel like I missed out on anything. The grounds and the location itself are stunning and it's hard to take a bad picture here. There was plenty of space for us to get ready beforehand and the venue truly took care of every single detail making my day less chaotic and allowing me, as the bride, to really enjoy my wedding and not fret about the details. I have no complaints at all, The Garrison was a wonderful venue to get married at and I recommend it highly. -
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Sarah Sent on 03/09/2024Winter Wedding
We had our wedding at The Garrison in December and our experience was amazing! Bridget was so helpful not only that day but during the entire year+ process of planning. She coordinated every detail perfectly and I truly didn’t stress the day of knowing she was there. There was a moment when guests started to arrive while we were still taking photos and she whisked me away on a golf cart to the other side of the venue. My bridal assistant, Tara, was also a gem! She was there from the time we started getting ready to when we left and even helped my bridesmaids clean my dress after taking pictures outside. The views are stunning and the food is absolutely incredible. We got so many compliments the days after from our friends and families about the food and the drinks. I would also highly recommend staying at the inn! The rooms have gorgeous views as well and are very affordable and convenient for getting ready. Overall we had an amazing experience and couldn’t recommend The Garrison and Bridget enough! -
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Julia Sent on 09/09/2023From impeccable views to unparalleled service, every detail exceeds expectation!
Wow, where do I even start? The Garrison is a dream! From its jaw-dropping beauty to the spot-on team led by the amazing Annie, our wedding was flawless. Our guests are still talking about the top-notch food and many have dubbed it the best wedding they've EVER been to - and they aren't "just saying it"!!! Annie and the team have this magical ability to make you feel like your day is the only one they're focused on and have ever focused on, yet they execute everything as if they’ve been perfecting it for decades. Look no further if you want a venue that combines a unique, personal touch with undeniable professionalism. I cannot imagine having a more perfect wedding day! -
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Arianna Sent on 04/28/2023Worlds best wedding venue!
I can't express how magical it was to have our wedding at the Garrison. From the stunningly beautiful views to the incredible team, we had the wedding day of our dreams. Bridget and her team were unbelievable in making sure the day went perfectly and smoothly. The venue space was PERFECTION and we were even able to have our afterparty in the beautiful Valley Bar. 10/10 recommend this venue if you don't want to stress about hiring a million vendors for all your wedding needs!!! -
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Eliza Sent on 11/20/2022A perfect day!
We're so glad we picked The Garrison for our wedding! Not only was the setting stunning, but the space was exactly what we were looking for, the food was delicious, and the service was incredible. Bridget and her team answered all of our questions leading up to the wedding day. On the day of, they were so helpful and took care of everything. We never had to worry about where we should be or what our vendors were doing—Bridget managed everything. We were able to relax, enjoy ourselves, and have the perfect day. -
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Joanna Sent on 10/20/2022Best of the best!
Having our wedding at The Garrison was the best decision we ever made! Amazing doesn’t even begin to describe the experience. Starting with Annie R., we knew from the first meeting that this venue was a step above the rest, and we trusted them to deliver a memorable and smooth day for us. Annie was extremely helpful throughout the booking and planning process – she offered her professional advice and also provided sound recommendations for additional vendors.
The day of the wedding was a pure dream! Annie and Julianna were by my side and made sure that everything was taken care of. The rest of the staff were also super attentive and made sure that guests had everything they needed. We received countless compliments on so many aspects of the wedding, mainly on the food - everyone loved it!! The Garrison is a truly special place, both due to its unique location / views and the incredible team that works there. We are so happy that there’s a restaurant we can return to annually to reflect on our special day. Do not hesitate to book this venue for your wedding, or any special occasion!
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Brittany Sent on 06/26/2022The Garrison is the BEST!
We truly couldn’t have had a more magical experience on our special day at the Garrison. From the incredible staff to the breathtaking views, we had the best day ever!
We had a Covid wedding, which means our experience dated back to 2019, when we were originally supposed to get married in 2020 at the Garrison. We all know what happened then! Throughout all of the uncertainty and rescheduling, the Garrison remained flexible and adapted to our needs and wishes. It was well worth the wait!
Bridget, our wedding coordinator, was a star. When one of our shuttles left a hotel lobby full of guests and we were notified, Bridget seamlessly took care of the situation without a hitch, which left us stress free. Another great perk was that the Garrison provided us a list of vendors which we ended up using and they were spectacular. The florist, DJ, photographer, and photo booth vendors all came from their recommendations and they all added a tremendous amount to the experience. Additionally, the food was incredible and the overall flow of the wedding itself appeared effortless thanks to the finely tuned workings on site. All staff members were extremely professional and worked as a cohesive team throughout the evening.
We have received soooo many compliments about the wedding and it is in large part thanks to everything the Garrison offered and executed. I 100% recommend them!
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Liza Sent on 12/04/2019Perfect wedding!
My wedding was perfect =) I live in Nashville and planned everything from there - I was worried that it was going to be a disaster planning long distance but everything went perfectly! I worked with Annie who was always on top of her game and left me feeling very confident. On the day, anything that I needed or wanted to change she made happen. And the venue itself is stunning. Everyone loved the views. We had our wedding inside (November 16th) in a beautiful room with floor to ceiling windows so it felt like you were outside. We also had a bonfire with smores so people could enjoy being outside under the clear starry sky. The food was another home run!! It was presented beautifully and everything tasted delicious. The chef is truly talented and the meal was what you would expect to be served at a very fancy restaurant. On the actual day everything went smoothly and I was calm and confident in my team!! Would recommend The Garrison to everyone! -
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Caitlin Sent on 11/17/2019Total Pros
Annie and the events staff at the Garrison are 100% pros, and did a great job of managing the details in the run-up and day-of. Thanks! -
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Lindsey Sent on 11/09/2019The best wedding venue we could have imagined
The Garrison is not cheap... but boy do they show you time and time again where your money is going. Choosing The Garrison as our wedding venue was the best possible decision we could have made. Every thing that was A+ about our wedding (the scenery, the food, the list of vendors we worked with, the small touches) came from our decision to book The Garrison. The staff absolutely does not mess around. They will anticipate every need you didn't know you had, and every question you didn't know to ask. We worked exclusively with vendors from their "preferred" list which was an excellent call - we heard time and time again that the Garrison staff are very intentional about who they put on their list, and it shows. The vendors are so accustomed to working with The Garrison that it eliminates a ton of logistical work that other couples need to put in to ensure the wedding runs smoothly. We got extremely lucky with beautiful weather, but even if we hadn't (with rain, snow, or extreme temperatures) The Garrison still would have been the perfect site because their indoor ceremony option, which has floor to ceiling windows, still would have been breathtaking. Bridget and the rest of the staff were an absolute dream and I am so grateful we chose this venue. Truly the best day of our lives. -
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Lauren Sent on 10/28/2019September Garrison Wedding
We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect venue for our wedding. The minute we stepped out in front of the beautiful view from the ceremony site, we knew we had found our place. It made it even more special that the bride’s parents were married at the Garrison 30 years ago. Annie made the whole process with the Garrison so smooth - we sat down for our organizing meetings in advance of the wedding to sort out all the little details of the day, and kept in communication via email throughout the planning. No matter how stressed we were about other wedding planning, we knew we didn’t need to worry about anything that The Garrison was in charge of. Annie made sure everything went exactly as planned for the day of, and we really had the most wonderful, memorable day. All of the chairs, tables, place-settings, and decor were flawless, and our guests raved about all of the cocktail hour and reception food. We were so glad that we got to take home the rest of our filet mignons to finish, and we devoured every bite! Our friends and family loved the incredible view of the Hudson, and the sunset we were lucky enough to have. We hope we get invited to someone else’s Garrison wedding, so that we can enjoy it all over again. It was such a special experience, and we can’t wait to come back next year to the restaurant for our anniversary! -
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Andrew Sent on 07/29/2019Simply amazing, highly recommend.
We looked at A LOT of venues in the Hudson Valley. The Garrison was simply the best for us across the board: Bridget put us at ease from the moment we met her, through the day. The scenery, food, and dynamic setup for ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception was classy, comfortable, and fun. Everyone loved it, and we did too! -
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Jeanelle Sent on 03/25/2019The Garrison = OUTSTANDING views, service, and food!
We couldn't have asked for more than our experience at The Garrison. As we searched for a venue, we prioritized three things- space, service, and food. Here is now Annie and the staff at The Garrison exceeded at each:
SPACE: If you've gotten this far and you haven't gone to their website or social media to look at the images on social media, then look now because the view is incredible! Since The Garrison only hosts one wedding at a time, you also have access to the outside area. We had a s'mores bar and also a ice cream stand out there. It was so much fun and so unique!
SERVICE: One word- OUTSTANDING! Annie and her team thought of every detail and they went out of their way to accommodate our requests for personalization. Our guests absolutely loved how were served their main course. A member of the staff stood behind each seat so that they could serve the entire table simultaneously.
FOOD: The food was unbelievable, especially the Wagyu Steak. We received so many compliments on the food, as the guests loved the cocktail hour as well as the main course. The BBQ station was a big hit and our favorite Hors D'oeuvres were the Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Brioche; House Made Potato Chips with Bleu Cheese Dip; Scallop Ceviche; and the Sushi Rolls.
If you're thinking about booking The Garrison, just do it. You won't be disappointed. -
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Louise Sent on 02/17/2019Couldn't have been better
We never considered any venues other than The Garrison. Annie was communicative, responsive, and lovely to work with from the very beginning. We had a somewhat non-traditional wedding (a lot of music from animated shows, pie instead of cake, not a lot of decor, an overtly political signature cocktail) and never felt anything less than fully respected by everyone at the venue. The setting was so gorgeous for our early February wedding and the valet parking made it very easy for our guests to get there even with snow on the ground. The food was as incredible as we expected and we got the chance to try everything. The overnight rooms are gorgeous and the bridal suite was very generously sized. We felt very taken care of from the day we booked through the end of the event. All of our guests had a fantastic time and so did we! So many people say they can't remember their wedding or felt like they didn't really get to be there and we didn't feel that way at all, which is at least in part due to the excellent service we received. -
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Liz Sent on 10/31/2018The Garrison wil deliver a tasteful, elegant, contemporary wedding with stunning views!
There are hardly adequate words to describe our experience with The Garrison. If you are looking for impeccably kept grounds, tasteful cocktail & reception rooms, attentive & warm staff, delicious & contemporary food & drink, and stunningly gorgeous views, then The Garrison is for you. Annie and her staff took care of every single detail flawlessly, from touring the venue to the last moment of our wedding celebration. Our guests were floored with everything The Garrison had to offer, and had nothing but wonderful things to stay about the food, the staff, the grounds, and the entire experience. I could not recommend The Garrison more highly. Just one note: if you are expecting a wedding tasting, The Garrison does not offer as their food is fresh & seasonal and frankly, the chef knows what he's doing. This was something I initially was concerned by (because I am Type-A, getting married or not), but just have a meal at the adjoining restaurant and you will have a good idea of what to expect. Do yourself a favor and use the recommended vendors - everyone was awesome! Thank you, Annie and The Garrison, for making our wedding day everything we could have dreamed of and more. -
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Samantha Sent on 10/18/2016From the moment I first arrived at The Garrison, I had a feeling it was the place for us; we were instantly breathless from the stunning view! Then after meeting with event manager Todd Smith, I knew for sure this was meant to be our venue. Todd was so warm & inviting, & made us feel like we were old friends right from the start. He was also so knowledgeable, & as he was showing us around the place, I could really envision all of my family & friends eating, dancing & laughing there. I knew we had to book this place!
Once we got the planning process started, Todd made everything so easy for us. He was extremely responsive, outlined all the information we needed to provide, accommodated all of our special requests, & worked with us to make our vision a reality. He really had it all covered, & used the information from our planning meeting to create the mother of all timelines! He coordinated the logistics with all my vendors on my behalf, which really allowed me to enjoy my wedding day. There’s always stress with planning a wedding, but the one thing I knew I didn’t have to worry about was the venue. By the time I arrived on the big day, I was so relaxed & just ready to party!
As for our big day, there are no words to describe how thrilled we were with everything! All of our guests RAVED about the food, the service, the view, everything! Everyone was saying it was the best wedding they’ve been to in years, & that the love & energy in the room was off the charts. My only regret is not eating more of the food, because everyone said it was phenomenal!
It was a priceless experience, from start to finish. I'm just so sad that it's over, I want to do it all again! Todd truly ensured we had the best day of our lives, & I can’t say enough good things about him & The Garrison! THANK YOU!!
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Marisa Sent on 05/29/2016Where to even begin!? My husband and I fell in love with The Garrison from the minute we stopped by to look at the grounds. We didn't have an appointment and just dropped in - even so, event manager Todd Smith took the time to show us around and give us a tour. His accommodating nature and lightning quick responsiveness, coupled with the gorgeous panoramic views of the Hudson Valley, made our decision a no-brainer. From the very beginning, Todd made our experience nothing less than smooth and enjoyable. He really knows his stuff and has perfected the balance of making recommendations and organizing the event without being pushy or making us stressed. It was like having a full time wedding planner. We knew we could trust Todd and he, as well as the entire team at The Garrison, really delivered. Our reception was truly gorgeous and was the most perfect night we could have dreamed of. The service was top notch, responsive and professional, and all transitions were really smooth. Our guests couldn't stop telling us how amazing the views, ballroom, and the food were. (The food is AMAZING and FRESH - all seasonal and farm-to-table). They are still telling us how much fun they had and what an incredible night it was even 2 weeks later. I also stayed at the Inn the night before our wedding with my bridesmaids, which was a great and recommended experience. We loved having the spacious rooms to get ready in, and the bridal suite to have our hair and makeup done the morning of the event. I was even given a "bridal assistant" who brought water, coffee, and champagne for myself, the girls, and our hair/makeup vendors. She was fantastic throughout the whole night. Even Todd stopped up to check on us and make sure we were having fun and all was going well. We really can't say enough about how wonderful the whole weekend was thanks to this amazing team. I highly, highly recommend The Garrison and working with Todd Smith - you will have the best night of your life, just as we did! -
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Tara Sent on 09/10/2013Words cannot express how much we loved The Garrison! From our very 1st meeting there with Annie, we knew that The Garrison was going to be our wedding venue. Granted, The Garrison is pricey compared with a lot of the other wedding venues in the Hudson Valley, but it was well worth every penny spent - from the professionalism of the entire staff, to the outstanding food, breathtaking views, salon/spa on site and working with Annie R., we knew that we made the right choice for our venue. Annie was absolutely fantastic and everything ran so smoothly because of her! She made sure that the entire wedding party was where they needed to be when they needed to be there, she assured that the ceremony and reception ran smoothly, paved the way for us to get in a gorgeous sunset picture and even hunted down a wrench when my Nana's wheelchair broke going into the ceremony! She was a big reason why we chose the Garrison. The staff was really awesome too, very accommodating to all of our guests. The bartenders even went out of their way to make a batch of Sangria when my dad jokingly complained to them that they had none!! Any other venue would just say "sorry, but this is all we have". I highly, highly recommend the garrison - you won't regret it!! -
Kristina Sent on 03/27/2024
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The Garrison is the perfect venue! Bridget and Fatima were so helpful and amazing the whole night. Guests are raving about the food and view! I highly recommend!!! -
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