The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn Reviews
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Katie A. Sent on 10/16/2023Best Wedding Venue!
We had our wedding at the Preston barn on 9/30/23 and it was absolutely the best decision we made in the entire wedding process. We were completely blown away the first time we visited and we knew it was our dream venue. Helene is so incredible, from the first visit through the wedding day she was so helpful, kind and patient with any questions we had. She really made us feel so special and heard throughout the planning. If I could give Helene 1000 stars I would!
We loved having a full wedding weekend on site and it was so special to have our bridal party and parents stay with us onsite in the Inn and Carriage House. We had our Rehearsal Dinner onsite as well as an after party in the Tavern and Sunday brunch and it was so awesome to celebrate in the same location all weekend. The Inn-Keeper, Jeff, is amazing and so accomodating. He made us feel so welcome!
The food the entire weekend was top tier and we still have guests telling us how good it was! The passed apps at cocktail hour were incredible and the staff even set up a table to the side of our ceremony with all the apps we selected as well as our signature cocktails to enjoy a private toast with our bridal party and parents right after the ceremony before we headed to cocktail hour. We did a family style dinner which we are still getting compliments on because it gave guests the opportunity to try multiple options and connect with one another while passing around the plates.
The dance floor is huge and we had an amazing time dancing the night away with our friends and family. There is also a firepit which we brought s'mores supplies for and guests were able to take a break from dancing and hang out by the fire as they pleased.
The vibe of the whole property is immaculate, from the 18th century Inn to the modern rustic barn, it's just such a cool spot and unique from many of the ballroom weddings we had attended. We absolutely loved planning our wedding here and the venue really brought our vision and dream to life. We highly recommend having your wedding here!The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Katie, what a day you had! We love to hear that we helped make one of the most memorable days in your life special! We wish you both years of happiness, be well! -
Jackie T. Sent on 01/16/2024
Tomas Wedding
Helene and staff were nothing short of amazing on our big day. My husband and I got married on 11/4/23. Helene took so much stress off of me when it came to planning. The food was amazing as well! Oh, and we can't forget the staff and inn keeper! All were so nice and helpful. Everything went so smooth. They made everything work from accommodating allergies to grandparent accessibility to the venue. I would get married there over and over again.The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Well Jackie, you could consider renewing your vows! Thank you for taking the time to leaving us such a great review. Be well, happy and laugh often! -
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Dawn M. Sent on 11/06/2023The best venue around!
I can’t say enough about how happy we are that we chose The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn for our Daughter’s wedding. Helene and her staff were absolutely amazing from beginning to end! Our guests haven’t stopped talking about how much they enjoyed themselves and how attentive the staff were. Helene took charge of everything so we didn’t have to worry about anything! If we thought of something, Helene already had it covered! Chef also did not disappoint! He offered a wide variety of menu options that were absolutely delicious! When you walk into the Preston barn for the first time, it immediately makes you feel like you’re visiting family. It’s so warm and inviting. It’s a beautiful venue. Having the option to also stay on-site at the Old Drovers Inn worked out perfectly for us. Jeff made us feel right at home and was available for anything we needed and the breakfast buffet was amazing! If you’re looking for a venue for a special celebration, I highly recommend The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn. I guarantee you will not be disappointed!The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Dawn, it was a great weekend. All family and guests where so happy for your daughter and her husband! We are glad that we could help you just be "in the moment"-- this is what it is about. Thank you. May you all be well! -
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Heather M. Sent on 02/08/2024Best wedding venue ever!
Absolutely breathtaking rustic barn venue! The picturesque setting, attentive staff, and cozy ambiance made our wedding unforgettable. Highly recommended for a charming and magical celebration.The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Thank you Heather. Great photo too. A great time was had by all. I really appreciate being witness to the merging of the families. May you all be well. Helene -
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Marianna T. Sent on 11/01/2023
Perfect wedding setting
With only 7 days notice the team at Old Drivers Inn made my brothers wedding day amazing. The venue was perfectly decorated, the menu was 5 star quality and the service was impeccable. I will return to them for more events, big and small.The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Marianna, we are so happy that we could make the day so special for you and your family. Thank you for your 5 star review, and I hope to see you all again soon. Helene and team . -
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Terry L. Sent on 11/01/2023"The Preston Barn was perfect for our Diamond Anniversary."
For some people, it can be difficult to describe the experience of having their special celebration at the famous Preston Barn at Old Drover’s Inn. But not for us. We had reserved the Preston Barn for our “Diamond Anniversary” – that took place this September. I wanted to celebrate our 60 years of marriage at this special venue so we could have our family and friends to be with us and make memories for years to come. And we think that this was accomplished. For me, the word grandeur comes to mind. You become surrounded with elegance, with an atmosphere of beautiful arrangements that are perfectly light, resulting in the comfortable settings that you chose. Their excellent sound system was amazing. We had our pictures (that we accumulated over our many years) continuously being shown on their large monitor. Basically a slide show of our life together. This slide show was very well received and enjoyed.
Making and planning our arrangements was easier than we thought. Their staff is very good at understanding and executing everything we would like to have on our special day. From setting up the tables, picking out our colors and all the decorating of the hall itself. The staff made us feel comfortable and at ease. It even became enjoyable and opened a degree of excitement, knowing that our awaited celebration would soon be here.
During our celebration, I found the staff so professional and helpful that it made the evening more enjoyable. The music, the service and the evening could not have been any better. I knew that this evening was going to go by very quickly and it did – but everyone had a great experience and enjoyed the night. It may sound silly, but I would do it all over again – it was that perfect night. For us, having our “Diamond Anniversary” at the Preston Barn was the ultimate experience that we will cherish forever.
Terry & Lolly LaManna
The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Lolly and Terry, thank you so much for allowing us to be part of your celebration. To be witness to a couple that have been together for 60 years is not very common, an inspiration to us all! Thank you Helene and the Preston Barn Team. -
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Tami B. Sent on 02/02/2024Stunning Location, Intimate, Personal Experience
I can't recommend this venue highly enough! We had our daughter's graduation party here in June 2023, and it was the best decision. Helene's event and catering experience is second to none. She can make your dream come true. If you want a stunning location for that country vibe, this is the place for you! We have also attended weddings and an anniversary party here, and we always have the best time. Look no further than The Preston Barn at Old Drovers! Its a hidden gem and you won't be disappointed.The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Tami, we love having all sorts of events at the Preston Barn. We try hard to make each clients event special and to reach all of your visions for the day. Thank you. -
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Amanda G. Sent on 05/19/2023Professional, Grounded, Heart-Centered
Our company has hosted our annual employee award event 2 years in a row at The Preston Barn, and are planning on coming back again next year to celebrate with them for a third! Event planning with staff at The Preston was professional, yet very grounded and laid back. Both the planning process and event unraveled very smoothly, and our guests were just absolutely thrilled with their experience. A beautiful place to celebrate in! Highly recommend The Preston Barn for any and all of your events!The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
We love that our customers return. Our space offers our return customers different floor plans , so that it isn't the same each year. Thank you Amanda for trusting us to help make your event a success! See you next year. Helene and Team -
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Mary E. Sent on 05/27/2023
Helene made my life easier by being on top of everything and giving wonderful advice. She s the most organized event planner I have ever worked with.
The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn is a beautiful and unique place to have an event or wedding. Helene, the event planner is amazing and a delight to work with. She is professional, kind and very knowledgeable when it comes to decorating and table decor, which Helene was a huge help in helping me when it came to those decisions. On the day of your big event, Helene and her co worker Donna, are there to make sure you are relaxed having a good time and that everything is is running smoothly. These two are a dynamic duo! All the staff was wonderful, as was the delicious food that was served.
We also stayed at the Inn, which was lovely and had an spectacular spread of breakfast the next morning.The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Mary, thank you for your review on behalf of myself and the team. Your event was so much fun for your guests. All your hard work was noted. Our best to you all. -
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Mac R. Sent on 02/19/2024Love Wins---at the Old Drovers Inn
When we decided to get re-married (this after 24 years of marriage followed by five years divorced) we wanted it to be at a special place, one that is intimate and cozy. We had been to Old Drovers a few times over the years so we visited to see if they would be interested. From that first conversation we knew we had found the place to start our new life back together. It's such a lovely place, convenient but in the quiet country, and is so warm and welcoming. Jeff (the owner) and Helene (wedding coordinator) could not have been more eager and easy to work with. The rooms are wonderful, the food superb, and you just can't beat the ambiance of an old inn. We rented their gorgeous four bedroom house just down a road for our kids and grandkids, and it was perfect! We had a delicious choice of meals, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed our reception dinner. The service was impeccable, and the entire experience could not have been better. We highly recommend Old Drover Inn to anyone seeking a romantic place to tie (or re-tie!) the knot---or for any other occasion.The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Hi Mac, I am so happy that we could provide you with "a romantic place to tie (or re-tie!) the knot---or for any other occasion" Your family so enjoyed your celebration, thank you for entrusting us with it. Please stop in at any time. Be well. -
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Abigail C. Sent on 01/11/2023
You have found the venue!
I will be forever grateful that I found the Preston Barn when searching for venues to plan our wedding. It was such a beautiful place to celebrate our wedding. The Preston Barn was the only venue we actually went to see in person (started planning in 2020 so we did a lot of research before going to see a place) and we knew right away that this was our place. Helene was so helpful from initial conversations all the way making sure that the wedding night went smoothly. She was so professional, helpful, and experienced and she put all of my nerves at ease. The food isn't just good as "wedding food", it was SO GOOD. For weeks after the wedding we received positive remarks on how good the meals were. We also were blown away by how beautifully decorated the barn was for our December wedding. I highly suggest contacting and visiting the barn if you are planning a wedding. We truly feel so lucky that we found the Preston Barn because we had the absolute best experience for our wedding.The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Abigail, chef was excited to read your "SO GOOD" comment! Thank you for trusting us with your special day. We wish you both the very best! -
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Kathleen S. Sent on 03/30/2023
Dover HS Faculty Couple
My husband and I met while both working at Dover High School, which is minutes away from The Preston Barn. We had been to the site before for brunch, happy hour and dinner. After getting engaged, we quickly booked The Preston Barn because of the significance of the location, Dover, has in our relationship and also for the warmth we felt every time we stepped into the rustic, lit up barn. From the stone curved pathway, charming quaint inn, relaxing adirondack chairs and breath taking barn, this was where we wanted to start our forever. Helene, Donna and the rest of the staff at The Preston Barn made us feel special in every way. The toast with our immediate family right after our ceremony was a sweet touch. We appreciated how our cards were handled with care (cellophane wrapped). All of our guests commented on how attentive the staff was, from when we arrived Friday afternoon, to when we left Sunday morning. The staff truly went above and beyond. We spent the weekend without a single worry, knowing everything was taken care of. We will be forever grateful to have gotten married at The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn!The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
So many great photos! What a great day it was. Your family, friends and students were all so excited for you both. I am glad that we could help make your day go off without a hitch! All the best, Helene and staff at the Preston Barn. -
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Andrew T. Sent on 01/11/2023Overwhelmed with gratitude for an absolutely extraordinary experience!
We cannot thank Helene and the entire team at Preston Barn enough for everything they did to make our special day so magical! We are overwhelmed with gratitude for an absolutely extraordinary experience! As a same sex couple, my husband and I were beyond thrilled to not only be treated with respect but to also feel fully embraced, included, and supported throughout the entire process. Helene is a phenomenal event and venue coordinator and took special care, time, and attention to make sure that we fully understood all the options that the Preston Barn had to offer and worked with us to craft the perfect wedding weekend! ! First, you cannot ask for a more beautiful venue and setting for a wedding! The Preston Barn does an incredible job of blending together the stunning beauty of its natural setting with the rustic feel of a barn venue all while delivering pure elegance and class from start to finish. The entire planning process, site visits, tastings, and final details were all part of what became a truly meaningful and pleasurable experience. There truly are no words for how incredible the experience was, from the exquisite accommodations as the Old Drovers Inn, Carriage House, Preston House, and Mountain Cabin, to the staff support as we completed final wedding preparations and rehearsals, the absolutely delicious rehearsal dinner handsomely setup in the Federal Dining Room, the amazing opportunity to meet and greet arriving guests at the firepit, the seamless execution of the ceremony and reception, the extremely fun VIP after party in the Tap Room, and the wonderful farewell brunch the day after! What was most important to us as we planned our wedding, was to be able to bring together our beloved family and friends so that we could provide them with a delightful experience while having true quality time together celebrating the beginning of our married journey together, and the Preston Barn more than delivered on that dream! At the end of it all, both of us and our guests were beyond pleased, and the Preston Barn and team will always hold a very special place in our hearts! We cannot wait to go back and visit again soon!The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Andrew, so happy that you both enjoyed your day. We try our very best to take the stress off your plate. Glad to hear that you had such a wonderful day! Be well. Helene -
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Danielle C. Sent on 11/19/2023
The Best Wedding we could have ever hoped for!
Helene is absolutely amazing! From the very first tour we took at the Preston Barn, Helene made us feel so at ease and comfortable. She is a big part of what makes the Preston Barn special. It is a gorgeous venue with rustic charm, the wonderful staff made the Preston Barn rise above every other venue we considered. They took care of every detail with thoughtfulness to make the day run smoothly and beautifully! We just celebrated our one year anniversary at Old Drovers Inn. It was perfect! Randy and our waitress both wished us a Happy Anniversary. We are so happy Old Drovers Inn is a place we can always return to celebrate our anniversary. ❤️
With Sincere Gratitude,
Danielle & Michael Privatte
The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Danielle, thank you for sharing your photos and for your review. We wish you and your families the very best. Take care. -
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Ashley M. Sent on 03/06/2023One of a kind!
The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn is a hidden gem in the Hudson Valley. The minute we saw this glorious setting, we knew it was for us. The grounds are simply beautiful. Acres of beauty for us to enjoy the ENTIRE wedding weekend. This is the most picturesque of venues and I haven’t even mentioned the barn. The barn was breath taking; beautiful, exposed wood, with a large space making it the perfect space for the reception. What makes this venue so special is that it’s a one stop shop kind of place; we had our rehearsal dinner at the Old Drovers Inn restaurant on site and all the wedding/cocktail food was sourced on site, and let me say, the food was AMAZING. Our guests raved about it for days. Lots of options and customizable too. They were very accommodating to my guests with allergies. Helene and the whole staff was so great to work with. Every question was answered by the patient and attentive staff. They all helped to make our wedding day perfect! Run, don’t walk to book this one of a kind special place for your weddingThe Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Hi Ashley and Perry. The chef always get excited to hear how much our guests love the food. I am lucky to work with such talented staff. I hope that I might see you when your return to celebrate one of your anniversaries with us. Thank you for letting us help make your day so special. Be well, Helene and staff -
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Ellen R. Sent on 10/16/2022Fantastic team + beautiful venue = best day ever
I truly can't put into words how amazing Helene and her team were on our wedding day, and throughout our whole wedding journey! The venue is ever more beautiful than the pictures. The food is fantastic (personal favorites are the meat and cheese board, apricot tarts, short ribs, mac and cheese bites) but that is just the beginning! The team at The Preston Barn, especially Helene, is TOP NOTCH! They were the perfect balance of completely professional, handling our whole wedding weekend with ease and flexibility, and also incredibly thoughtful and personalized. They handled EVERYTHING, which allowed us to be completely in the moment on our day! It was magical!
I also just want to take a moment to mention Helene specifically. She is a POWERHOUSE! From start to finish, she was an invaluable member of our wedding team. She is incredibly knowledgeable, kind and organized. She helped us through the whole process!
Booking The Preston Barn for our wedding day was the BEST decision we could have made. It was the most MAGICAL WEEKEND! I could not recommend it more!The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Hi Ellen, thank you for your kind words. I have a wonderful team to help support me and provide all that they can to make your visions come true. All the best to the two of you! -
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Cristiani R. Sent on 06/14/2022This is place is good for any occasion!
We don't use this place for weeding, but for a company event.
Definitely, the venue is well located, has a great structure and the support is amazing!
The place is rustic, but with flower decoration, it can surprise you.
I appreciate all assistance we received and care.
Thank you.
Cristiani BassoThe Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
Hi Cristiani, it was our pleasurer to make your event special. We are not just a wedding venue. We have hosted corporate events, showers, special dinners etc. Thank you for trusting us with your event. -
Stephanie B. Sent on 10/20/2022
All in one Venue! AMAZING
My husband and I got Married at the Preston Barn on April 30th, 2022 and, let me tell you, it was everything we dreamed of and more. From the rustic/elegant vibes right down to the food, everything was literally amazing. We met with the event coordinator, Helene, about a year and a half before our wedding day and since that first meeting with her she was more than accommodating to every question and every need we had. We had our ceremony outside on the most perfect day. Followed by cocktail hour on the patio and then our reception in the barn and it was all so beautiful. THE FOOD! we still have people that came to our wedding tell us how great the food was and how amazing the wait staff was. We have actually brought our family out to the restaurant a few times before and after our wedding because the food is just THAT good. We also stayed in the Old Drovers in the night before and the night of our wedding and it was perfect. We all got ready there the morning of which made the start of the day so easy. We also rented 2 of the other houses that they have available so that we could have family and friends stay the night of the wedding if they wanted to. Its an all in one package and I would chose them all over again if i had to. My husband and I plan to go back to the restaurant to celebrated out anniversary each year!The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn's reply:
HI Stephanie, thank you for sharing some of your photos! You both looked great. Please, do visit us again. Have a great Holiday Season! -
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