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venues-back to square 1

jamiefourjamiefour member
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So I am still without a venue because everything I like someone has a problem with.  I am very frustrated.  I want something for around 65-85 a head.  I would prefer something that is a little out of the ordinary (not to catring hall esque)  I am willing to go anywhere from Rockland all the way up to Kingston either side of the river.  I really like Locust Grove in PK but it is too expensive.  I need to seat 160 people and have a ceremony on site.  Any suggestions would be appreciated.  TIA
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  • kristinanddankristinanddan member
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    edited December 2011
    Are you willing to do a Friday/Sunday/Saturday afternoon in the offseason? If so, Patriot Hills is close to (but may be a little above) your budget.
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  • psichickpsichick
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    edited December 2011
    every vendor is going to have a bad review at some point. go with the majority. if most people haven't had an issue, you're probably fine. 
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  • mrsredmoosemrsredmoose
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    edited December 2011
    Kristin is right on with the PH pricing.  I'm you're flexible with your date, you may be able to get something in your price range.  We got a great deal at PH for our wedding date b/c they just wanted to get rid of it.

    Did you look into the Cortlandt Colonial yet?  http://www.ccrr.com/ I believe they have packages in your price range.

    Dutchess Manor in Beacon?  http://www.dutchessmanor.com/
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  • jamiefourjamiefour member
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    edited December 2011
    Thanks for the suggestions ladies.  I am looking for a Sunday, and I want July 4th weekend.  I really want this date but if I found a place that worked and had to change the date, I would be ok.  PSI- I am not worried about the reviews more pleasing FI and I's families.
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  • ssagessage member
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    edited December 2011
    Just remember, it is you and your FI that need to be the happiest.
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  • jamiefourjamiefour member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_new-york-hudson-valley_venues-back-square-1?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:113Discussion:066afb83-06c3-46a6-aebd-4a3a3d0091d1Post:40ba48b5-f021-44c8-bd1e-79937c22a9d5">Re: venues-back to square 1</a>:
    [QUOTE]Just remember, it is you and your FI that need to be the happiest.
    Posted by ssage[/QUOTE]
    I am trying to remember this but easier said then done.LOL  especially with other people helping with the bill.
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  • psichickpsichick
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    edited December 2011
    ok so what were the complaints about the other sites that you were thinking of? 

    greentree gave me $80/pp for a sunday. probably a little more on the hall side, but it is a reasonable price. 
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  • Just JenJust Jen
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    edited December 2011
    The requisite my-venue-is-awesome vote: Round Hill! =)

    Have you been? It doesn't feel like a "catering hall" at all, just an awesome old mansion. I'm not sure how much the prices have changed since I booked last year, but they had the prices you mention Friday/Sunday off season -- and that *includes* tax and gratuity, which means that it really falls below that per head, in the scheme of things.

    go look. ::nudge nudge::
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  • jamiefourjamiefour member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_new-york-hudson-valley_venues-back-square-1?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:113Discussion:066afb83-06c3-46a6-aebd-4a3a3d0091d1Post:c7e42dd0-21c5-4d1b-bca8-166b19ee588c">Re: venues-back to square 1</a>:
    [QUOTE]The requisite my-venue-is-awesome vote: Round Hill! =) Have you been? It doesn't feel like a "catering hall" at all, just an awesome old mansion. I'm not sure how much the prices have changed since I booked last year, but they had the prices you mention Friday/Sunday off season -- and that *includes* tax and gratuity, which means that it really falls below that per head, in the scheme of things. go look. ::nudge nudge::
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    I went to round hill but it was out of my price range.  It was really pretty though.
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  • JSweetieXOJSweetieXO
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    edited December 2011
    My wedding is at La Triestina. It's a restaurant in Congers. They have a website so you can check it out and the prices are in your range. There is a tent and gazebo outside too.
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  • mrsredmoosemrsredmoose
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_new-york-hudson-valley_venues-back-square-1?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:113Discussion:066afb83-06c3-46a6-aebd-4a3a3d0091d1Post:ab3e3b6b-7a42-4acf-88d6-8ceec4d240d2">Re: venues-back to square 1</a>:
    [QUOTE]My wedding is at La Triestina. It's a restaurant in Congers. They have a website so you can check it out and the prices are in your range. There is a tent and gazebo outside too.
    Posted by JSweetieXO[/QUOTE]

    I live in Congers :)  Never been to La Triestina, but you can get some beautiful pictures right down the road at Rockland Lake- or even Congers Lake!
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  • rblucyrblucy
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    edited December 2011
    I think your price range is a little low if you're set on a summer wedding.  Is that range including tax and gratuity?  Are you paying for the wedding or are the parents?  It is your day and while some of their comments may be practical/helpful (like is the bathroom really inconvenient or can Aunt Marie in a wheelchair get around) if they're just commenting on decor and things you may want to talk to them about it because you are likely going to face this same problem with every stage of your wedding.  Are you going to want everyone's opinion on the band, the photographer, your dress, etc?  If you don't try to guide it as your affair, they are likely to have opinions on these items and more too.
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  • JSweetieXOJSweetieXO
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_new-york-hudson-valley_venues-back-square-1?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:113Discussion:066afb83-06c3-46a6-aebd-4a3a3d0091d1Post:fc8ecd4b-56ff-4c5f-aa29-b9eb16f11ff1">Re: venues-back to square 1</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: venues-back to square 1 : I live in Congers :)  Never been to La Triestina, but you can get some beautiful pictures right down the road at Rockland Lake- or even Congers Lake!
    Posted by mrsredmoose[/QUOTE]

    Their food is delicious you should go!
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  • durga826durga826
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    edited December 2011

    Try Ceola Manor - Rachel is FABulous.  We got our wedding done for $69 a head. 
    www.ceola.com
    I know you're not looking for a wedding hall type place, they have a fabulous lake side site with wonderful views...

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  • lzbridelzbride
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    edited December 2011
    we got married at colonial terrace... an old historic vicorian mansion and their prices are under 80.00... a must call since we had such an awesome time.  speak to leon
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  • leish26leish26 member
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    edited December 2011
    fyi- izbride = leon from colonial terrace
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