A Private Estate Events LLc

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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $6,800 for off-peak dates, and $11,500 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 300 seated guests

About this venue

✨ Planning Your Perfect Event? We've Got You! ✨ Looking for a seamless, no-stress vibe for your ceremony? We’re all about making it easy—ceremonies are on the house! 🎉 Keep the party going with music until 11 pm (yep, gotta respect those town rules) and wrap up your event on time, but don’t worry—we’ve got after-party options in Hudson or Rhinebeck! 🌃 Bars stay open ‘til 3 am, and food’s served ‘til 1 am, so you can keep the energy high. 🍕🍸 Bonus: Get rehearsal time the day before AND clean-up time the morning after. More time to make it perfect, less stress on the big day. ✨ We don’t do catering, but no sweat—we’ve got a lineup of awesome vendors we recommend. Plus, we require a wedding coordinator (because organization = peace of mind) and wedding insurance to keep things covered. ✅ Let’s make your event one for the books! 📖

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Seated guest capacity

  • 2-300

Venue type

  • Beaches, Waterfront Settings
  • Farms, Barns, Ranches
  • Historic Estates, Mansions
  • Lodges, Retreats
  • Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

  • Covered Outdoor
  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
PO Box 97, Germantown, NY 12526

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Riverside Grounds

Total Privacy with Drop Dead Panoramic Views of the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains

This space features our Traditional Ceremony site centered on Round Top Mountain of the Catskills and overlooking the Hudson River. Our new Riverside Tent site and Promenade which can accommodate the largest of weddings under a tent . Our Namesake mansion, Northwood, whose porch and surrounding lawn can be used for a cocktail reception and our one acre lake which can serve as a backdrop to a shaded ceremony if you wish.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Square footage

100,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Use of the mansion's porch and furniture. A dual Hand washing station for guests. White plastic ceremony chairs, up to 200 for your guests. Electric connections for your ceremony speakers. Outdoor lighting throughout the grounds for safe walking at night.

Available services that can be provided by A Private Estate Events LLc

Services & amenities

  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event staff
  • On-site accommodations
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Lighting
  • Standard Chairs

Accommodations

  • Double bed rooms
  • Single king rooms
  • Single queen rooms

Reviews

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  • June 2024 wedding -- Great experience!

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    •Ben A.•Nov 1, 2024

    A Private Estate was a beautiful venue for our June 2024 wedding. We did the ceremony on the front lawn, and our reception was tented near the stone promenade. We were blessed with terrific weather, and it made it even more perfect. The view is incredible, with the Catskills backing the Hudson River. We stayed in the carriage house one of the nights (relatives stayed there the rest of the weekend), and it was a nice rental with good space. We appreciated that Ripley gave us a tour and then offered to give the mother of the bride one a few weeks later because she was unable to come when we went. Ripley answers questions quickly and made sure the property was pristine for our weekend. Massive, massive shoutout to property manager Jack – he was incredible and works his butt off. As for the area, there isn’t too much in the immediate vicinity, but Hudson NY is only 10-15 minutes away. Highly recommend looking into that town if you choose this venue, we loved the combo. A Private Estate is pricey, but it’s an incredible venue location, and we were extremely happy with everything. You cannot beat the Hudson River backdrop here.

  • A Private Estate: Above and beyond in every way

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    •Eliot J.•Sep 29, 2024

    We were so lucky to celebrate our wedding at A Private Estate, and it truly exceeded all of our expectations. When we were searching for a venue, we visited A Private Estate in the depth of winter during a snowstorm, but even then, we immediately knew it was the perfect place for us. Ripley, the owner, was friendly and direct, and it was clear she genuinely cared about making sure people had an amazing experience. The property was beautifully maintained, and the convenience of having the Carriage House accommodation along with the barn for the reception made it a much better value than most other venues we considered. We chose to have our ceremony outside, overlooking the Hudson River, which created a breathtaking and peaceful setting for our vows. The manor house made for a stunning backdrop for our family photos, adding a touch of elegance to the day. We held our reception in the barn, which we highly recommend to other couples. The rustic charm of the space, combined with the elegance of the estate, created the perfect atmosphere for our celebration. Our mid-August wedding was made even more memorable by the beauty and ambiance of the setting. The property manager, Jack, went above and beyond to ensure our day was perfect. Not only did he assist us with practical matters, like putting up blinds in the Carriage House to help our family members' kids sleep, but he also saved the day when a special bottle of wine we had intended to keep was accidentally thrown out by the caterers. Jack took it upon himself to dig it up and return it to us—an act of kindness we won’t forget. We are incredibly grateful for the hospitality and attention to detail from both Jack and Ripley. If you're looking for a venue that combines beauty with exceptional service, we wholeheartedly recommend A Private Estate.

    Response from vendor•Sep 30, 2024
    Thank you so much for this wonderful review. It means a lot to Jack and me. We also appreciate you posting these photos. All the best to you both! Much love, Ripley and Jack

  • Stunning Venue on the Hudson

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    •Isabella R.•Sep 26, 2024

    This venue has breathtaking views of the Hudson and was absolutely beautiful, exactly what we were looking for. Its a blank canvas where you can build exactly what your vision is. Ripley, the owner, is very responsive and will answer any questions you have. There is a house available to rent on the property which is great for the bride or groom to get ready in. We used the tent site, but there is a barn that can be used for the wedding or additional events surrounding the weekend. The grounds caretaker, Jack, works with Ripley and your planner very carefully to make sure all the vendors and all the guests are safe and know exactly what they are doing. The entire team is very professional, very efficient, and very friendly. They are very passionate about making sure you have the best wedding ever. We were lucky with amazing weather, but I know we would have been in good hands if it did rain. We had the most amazing wedding at A Private Estate and so much had to do with the beautiful grounds. They take so much pride in keeping their grounds maintained and it shows! Would get married here a million times over again.

    Response from vendor•Sep 30, 2024
    Bella, Thank you! Thank you! for this great review. We really appreciate you capturing what we are about- making sure every couple's wedding day is magical. Come back and visit! Ripley

  • Saviors!

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    •Emily and N.•Apr 10, 2020

    We got married at "A Private Estate" in October of 2018. We visited the year before, and it was one of the few (and the last) places we looked at. I loved it from the start. The grounds were beautiful, but more importantly, the people were great. I felt like we were dealing with real people who were doing what they do out of both love and pride. They showed us all the options, allowed us plenty of space to decide, and overall gave off good vibes. Our intuition told us this was it, and a year later we were so grateful we listened. After a year of planning an outdoor wedding we found out there would be a nor'easter... in October... with high winds and hail... the day of the wedding (thirty-seven degrees!) When we arrived, on Thursday, I was devastated. I never thought I'd find myself crying over the weather, or caring quite so much, but after all the work that goes in to planning and all the family that had traveled to be with us I felt sick. I thought I would be so sad until the wedding was over but as soon as we stepped out of the car the crew, specifically Jack, turned the whole situation around. He brought us wine and firewood, walked us through the estate, allowed us to use this beautiful tent they had put up, and talked about the set-up and how we could work it all out no matter what happened with the weather. He spoke with me and my mother outside the front house in the windy, chilly weather for maybe an hour, reassuring us that no matter what happened he would figure it out, and he did. The morning of the wedding was rain, wind, hail, etc... but that didn't stop Jack, and our wedding planner Danielle (Every Little Detail), from making sure everything was perfect. We watched them run up and down the hills in the rain, shuffling people, heating the barn, and working so hard on our behalf, and I don't think a single guest really even noticed. All we heard was how beautiful the space was, how much fun everyone was having, how impressed they were. RIpley brought us umbrellas and blankets as waited on the porch during the ceremony and was so welcoming and accommodating. A Private Estate was the perfect venue for us. It is so customizable too, whether you want a fancy & formal affair, or a more relaxed party. The views and the grounds speak for themselves, but the true value is having a supportive staff who care as much about your wedding as you do. Every time I look at my wedding photos (the rain makes for some great lighting!) I remember all the love from our families and friends, and the overwhelming appreciation for the staff at A Private Estate. It is cliche, but if I could go back, I wouldn't change a thing. Two years later I still feel the same gratitude. With A Private Estate you can have the outdoor wedding of your dreams... even in a nor'easter.

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