Best Wedding Venues of the Hudson Valley - According to a Wedding Photographer
As a Hudson Valley wedding photographer, I’m often asked which venues truly stand out - not just visually, but experientially. This guide to the Best Wedding Venues of the Hudson Valley According to a Wedding Photographer features my favorite venues in the region that feel the most well-designed and intentional for weddings. I feel these venues don’t just host weddings - they shape them. These are spaces that thoughtfully support both the couple and their guests, making the entire experience feel seamless rather than stressful.
What they all share is more than beauty. They offer on-site accommodations or nearby lodging, dedicated getting-ready spaces, ceremony and reception locations that work in any weather, and layouts that allow your day to flow naturally. They’re also wonderfully customizable - giving couples the freedom to shape their aesthetic, design, and timeline without fighting the space. From a photographer’s perspective, these venues make it easier for couples to be fully present, and for their story to unfold organically.
These venues (listed in no particular order) offer accommodations, ceremony sites, and beautifully designed event spaces, while each carrying a distinct feeling that deeply impacts how a wedding day unfolds.
The Roundhouse - Beacon, NY
Industrial elegance beside a waterfall - a boutique hotel, restaurant, lounge, and event space in an art-forward and walkable small city.
The Roundhouse is one of the most versatile and visually dynamic venues in the Hudson Valley. Set along Fishkill Creek with a dramatic waterfall, it blends exposed brick, modern design, and floor-to-ceiling windows with the softness of moving water and mountain air. I hold a super special place in my heart for The Roundhouse because I grew up 2 blocks from the venue, and regularly skipped rocks with my father at Beacon Falls.
Why couples love it:
On site restaurant and catering with an experienced team of event planners.
Guest count flexibility: Works beautifully for intimate weddings in The Lounge, and celebrations up to ~200 guests in the Waterfall Room.
Multiple event spaces: Ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception can all flow seamlessly indoors or out. Weddings are chic in every season at The Roundhouse.
On-site boutique hotel: Getting ready and guest accommodations are built right in (think penthouses with open-air bathtubs and balconies with a view of the falls).
Overall vibe: Industrial, romantic, modern, and timeless - a true blank canvas for design.
Featured Blog Posts:
Rachel + Andrew’s Enchanted Summer Garden Wedding
Michelle + Anthony’s November Wedding featuring an Espresso Martini Tower
Alex + Zach’s Elevated Modern Wedding Celebration
Ashley + Estlin’s Intimate Wedding Ceremony + Wild Party
Marygrace + Kyle’s Modern and Intentional Wedding
Allie + Greg’s Intimate Winter Wedding in The Lounge
Kate + Jay’s Spring Wedding at The Roundhouse
Wedding photographs of The Roundhouse by Caitlinn Mahar-Daniels
Lambs Hill - Beacon, NY
Intimate mountaintop romance - onsite airbnb, miniature donkeys and Icelandic horses, feels like you’re in your own world, featuring the best sunset views.
Lambs Hill is one of the most magical micro-wedding venues in the Hudson Valley. Perched high above Beacon, NY - it offers sweeping Hudson River views and an atmosphere that feels peaceful, private, and deeply personal. Icelandic ponies and miniature donkeys live on the property and couples may take photographs with them if they choose.
Why couples love it:
Designed for intimate weddings: Typically up to ~50 guests.
Scenic ceremony lawn: Panoramic river and mountain views.
Rustic-chic reception barn: Warm wood tones, soft light, and natural textures.
On-site suite: Ideal for a wedding weekend stay.
Overall vibe: Romantic, quiet, and storybook-beautiful.
Featured Blog Posts:
Danielle + Jason’s Epic and Chic Intimate Wedding at Lambs Hill
Nicolle + Dino’s Elegant Wedding at Lambs Hill
Stephanie + Greg’s Elegant and Laughter Filled Wedding at Lambs Hill
Wedding photographs of Lambs Hill by Caitlinn Mahar-Daniels
Gather Greene - Coxsackie, NY
A nature-immersed wedding retreat - that looks and feels like an elevated and chic summer camp with modern amenities.
Gather Greene is perfect for couples who want their wedding to feel like a shared escape. Set on over 100 acres in the Catskills foothills, it offers multiple ceremony locations and an open-air pavilion that invites the landscape into every moment. The grounds and pavilion are so versatile, couples can truly create a one-of-a-kind wedding vibe and aesthetic. From a wedding ceremony in the forest, cocktail hour on the deck, reception in the pavilion, or an after party at the quarry with a gargantuan bonfire - Gather Greene is a venue capable of throwing a wild celebration.
Why couples love it:
Large guest capacity: Up to ~250 guests.
Multiple ceremony sites: Expansive grounds - Forests, fields, and quarry-side views.
On-site cabins: Space for a portion of guests to stay all weekend. (Their infamous cabins set into the forest, feature picture windows framing a king sized bed.)
Weekend-wedding friendly: Ideal for multi-day celebrations.
Overall vibe: Earthy, elevated, expansive, and deeply connected to nature.
Featured Blog Post:
Wedding photographs of Gather Greene by Caitlinn Mahar-Daniels, Planning by Canvas Weddings
Glenmere Mansion - Chester, NY
European estate elegance - for a wedding weekend that feels like you flew to Tuscany, including all the elevated luxuries and experiences.
Less than 50 miles from New York City - Glenmere evokes European-style elegance and sophistication. Designed in the style of a Tuscan villa, you will feel like you’re living in luxury in Italy.
Glenmere Mansion feels like stepping into another world. With manicured gardens, refined interiors, and architectural beauty in every direction, weddings here feel cinematic and timeless.
Why couples love it:
Large capacity boutique luxury estate: 150 private acres, event space for up to ~350 guests with gardens, terraces, and historic interiors.
On-site accommodations and spa: A true wedding weekend experience.
Indoor and outdoor options: Beautiful rain plans built in.
Exceptional dining experience : Featuring the work of executive Chef Gunnar Thompson and Pastry Chef Hanah Ordaz.
Overall vibe: Romantic, refined, and old-world elegant.
Featured Blog Post:
Wedding photographs of Glenmere Mansion by Caitlinn Mahar-Daniels, Planning by Canvas Weddings
The Garrison - Garrison, NY
Hudson River views in every direction - iconic outdoor ceremony space with the Hudson Highlands at your backdrop, featuring onsite catering and hands on staff.
The Garrison is known for its sweeping Hudson Highlands panoramas. From garden ceremonies to river-facing cocktail hours, the landscape becomes part of your story. Grounds of sweeping rolling hills, forests, and windows allowing guests to have a constant view of it all. The onsite catering and staff create and execute seamless and worry-free celebrations year-round.
Why couples love it:
Multiple event spaces: Accommodates a wide range of wedding sizes up to ~200 guests
Stunning ceremony lawns and terraces, with unmatched views of the Hudson River Valley.
On-site inn rooms: Perfect for the wedding night.
Strong in-house catering, coordination, and hospitality. The Valley Restaurant is on site and available for smaller celebrations.
Overall vibe: Scenic, polished, and effortlessly beautiful.
Featured Blog Posts:
Alyssa + Johnny’s Thoughtful and Romantic September Wedding
Kaitlyn + Ryan’s Colorful and Romantic Spring Wedding
Wedding photographs of The Garrison by Caitlinn Mahar-Daniels
Mohonk Mountain House - New Paltz, NY
Iconic destination grandeur - thousands of acres to explore in the Shawangunk Mountains, beautiful architecture and history, feels like a private nature retreat with luxurious amenities.
Mohonk is a world unto itself. From endless cliffs with views of the Shawangunk Ridge (my personal favorite are the views from Sky Top Tower and Eagle Cliff), the infamous Labyrinth + Lemon Squeeze Rock Scramble, a private lake, historic architecture, and thousands of acres of protected land surround your celebration. Endlessly accommodating and kind staff that encourage you to experience all that Mohonk has to offer.
Why couples love it:
True destination feel: Guests can hike, spa, paddle, and explore.
Full-service resort: Lodging, dining, and activities on-site.
Indoor and outdoor ceremony locations.
Accommodates both intimate and large weddings of up to ~120 guests
Overall vibe: Grand, dramatic, historic, and unforgettable.
Featured Blog Posts:
Photographs of Mohonk Mountain House by Caitlinn Mahar-Daniels
Foxfire Mountain House - Mount Tremper, NY
Rustic sophistication and weekend warmth - retreat-style setting with exclusive use of the property, blending woodland charm with thoughtful design. Located on 10 acres in the Catskill Mountains.
Foxfire Mountain House is owned by Tim Trojian (a nomadic chef with a passion for rustic farm-to-table and open fire cooking) and Eliza Clark (television producer and writer). They have poured their hearts and souls into their property. This bohemian and relaxed estate feels like an intellectual’s paradise. Foxfire hand curates everything on the property, creating an eclectic and charming atmosphere for gathering. The 100-year-old inn has 11 guest rooms, each with white linen bedding on sunbleached wood beds crafted by a local carpenter. You always feel welcome at Foxfire Mountain House.
Why couples love it:
On-site lodging: Cozy accommodations for up to ~38 guests on site, and up to 140 wedding guests
Nature-rich ceremony locations: pond with row boat, lily pool, bonfire pits, rustic outdoor pavilions, hammocks galore
Full-weekend wedding flow. You and your guests will feel like you’re visiting your coolest and most welcoming relative.
Warm communal spaces. Onsite dining - Foxfire Bar Room and Restaurant.
Overall vibe: Intimate, soulful, rustic-luxury.
Featured Blog Post:
Claire + Steve’s Romantic and Joy Filled Wedding at Foxfire Mountain House
Wedding photographs of Foxfire Mountain House by Caitlinn Mahar-Daniels, Planned by Canvas Weddings
Crested Hen Farms - High Falls, NY
Historic barn character - a rustic yet sophisticated wedding venue. Located just 90 minutes north of New York City at the base of Mohonk Mountain, and nestled on the banks of the Rondout Creek.
Crested Hen Farms features a restored 1830s barn surrounded by open land, Crested Hen is ideal for couples who love authenticity and texture. Located at the base of Mohonk Mountain and nestled on the banks of the Rondout Creek. The farm sits on 32 acres, featuring a dark and moody English-Dutch dairy barn from the 1830’s. Something about the location of Crested Hen Farms makes you feel welcome and content. The venue is open from mid-Spring through mid-Autumn
Why couples love it:
Iconic timber barn with soaring ceilings - With included antique farm tables + chairs in barn for up to 150 guests.
Accommodations for the couple and more - two airbnb’s just a short walk from the barn.
Open-air ceremony possibilities along the Rondout Creek.
Strong rustic foundation for design.
Overall vibe: Earthy, timeless, and Hudson-Valley classic.
Featured Blog Posts:
Wedding photographs of Crested Hen Farms by Caitlinn Mahar-Daniels
The Yard - Beacon, NY
Modern, creative flexibility - prioritizing local Beacon and Hudson Valley communities is The Yard’s mission, also hosting music events and art shows. The Yard features an expansive and lush outdoor area, gorgeously designed mansion, and their two story completely customizable space.
The Yard offers a contemporary event space in Beacon, NY perfect for couples who want something less traditional and highly customizable. Partnered with LNJ Tech - wedding lighting, staging, installation and rigging experts serving the Hudson Valley. The Yard offers many rentable items including furniture, decor, stage and event lighting, lighting fixtures, tents, and audio equipment all designed to elevate your event experience.
Why couples love it:
Clean, modern aesthetic. Experts in lighting to create the vibe of any wedding.
Flexible floor plan for up to 150 guests, art gallery space, and permanent band stage.
Great for smaller to mid-sized weddings. Featuring shipping containers converted into a full service catering kitchen.
Can accommodate your closest family and friends in the large and artfully designed Mansion. Close to hotels, Airbnbs, and Main Street.
Overall vibe: Artistic, modern, and community-centered.
Featured Blog Posts Coming soon
Wedding photographs of The Yard by Caitlinn Mahar-Daniels
Cedar Lakes Estate - Port Jervis, NY
Private estate elegance with a destination feel - a former camp now run by sisters Stephanie and Lisa, “The Sisters of Cedar Lakes”, Cedar Lakes features endless ceremony, cocktail, and reception locations, the lake, and all luxury accommodations you could hope for. A truly elevated and chic summer camp experience.
Cedar Lakes Estate is one of the most intentionally designed wedding venues in the Hudson Valley. Tucked into a secluded natural setting, this former summer camp–turned–luxury estate offers a rare combination: total privacy, beautifully curated event spaces, and on-site accommodations that allow your wedding to unfold as a full weekend experience.
From lakeside ceremonies to modern reception halls and cozy gathering spaces, Cedar Lakes feels expansive yet deeply personal. It’s a venue that invites couples to slow down, gather their people close, and truly live inside their wedding weekend.
Why couples love it:
Full weekend destination experience: Exclusive use of the estate for immersive, multi-day celebrations for up to 315 guests.
On-site accommodations: Overnight lodging for couples and guests, making travel and logistics seamless, think - thoughtfully designed rooms with gorgeous natural light.
Ceremony location options: The Amphitheater, The Mountaintop, The Winter Garden
Party + Dining location options: The Pavilion, The Barn + patio, Canteen, Chef’s Garden, and Treehouse
Highly customizable layouts: Supports everything from intimate moments to large-scale celebrations.
Overall vibe: Elevated, peaceful, design-forward, and quietly luxurious.
Featured Blog Post:
Alice + Matt’s Pre-Wedding Garden Dinner and Welcome Party at Cedar Lakes Estate
Photographs of The Roundhouse by Caitlinn Mahar-Daniels, Planning by Canvas Weddings
The Hudson Valley holds so many beautiful possibilities, and the right venue doesn’t just host your wedding - it supports the feeling of it. I hope this guide to the Best Wedding Venues of the Hudson Valley According to a Wedding Photographer helps you envision where your own story could unfold.
If you’re planning your Hudson Valley wedding and looking for a photographer who approaches your day with artistry, calm guidance, endless joy, positive energy, and deep intention, I would love to connect.
Contact me about my wedding photography services, and let’s begin telling your story.
