John Joseph Inn
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $20,000
Catering services pricing
$90 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $12,000
Guest capacity
Up to 300 seated guests
About this venue
Welcome to the John Joseph Inn, where timeless elegance meets modern luxury in the heart of the Finger Lakes region. Named after founder John Hamilton, our estate boasts 110 acres of picturesque grounds. Whether an intimate gathering or grand celebration, our versatile spaces exude romance and sophistication. Our six luxurious inn room suites and cottage seamlessly blend classic charm with modern amenities, offering a serene escape amidst the scenic beauty of our estate. Renowned Chef John Joseph Hamilton curates wedding menus harmonizing creativity, flavor, and local flair. His culinary creations showcase a passion for innovation, exceeding expectations and reflecting your unique love story. With a commitment to exceptional service, the John Joseph Inn ensures a seamless wedding experience. From arrival to farewell, we create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, allowing you to savor every moment.
Our event spaces
Tented Reception
Gorgeous English Garden Ballroom Tent
With full linen liner, linen wrapped poles, French paneled window siding, 4 antique crystal chandeliers, halogen uplighting, wooden parquet dance floor, bars, buffets and dining all set on over 4000 square feet of stone patio surrounded by gardens.
Guest capacity
50-250 Seated
50-300 Standing
Square footage
4,000
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Room cost
$6,000 (Sundays) - $7500 (Saturdays)
Indoor Reception
1852 Restored Carriage House
Features hand hewn chestnut beams and original walnut floors from 1852, all adorned in elegance.
Guest capacity
30-80 Seated
30-80 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Tented Reception
Gorgeous English Garden Ballroom Tent
With full linen liner, linen wrapped poles, French paneled window siding, 4 antique crystal chandeliers, halogen uplighting, wooden parquet dance floor, bars, buffets and dining all set on over 4000 square feet of stone patio surrounded by gardens.
Guest capacity
50-250 Seated
50-300 Standing
Square footage
4,000
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Room cost
$6,000 (Sundays) - $7500 (Saturdays)
Indoor Reception
1852 Restored Carriage House
Features hand hewn chestnut beams and original walnut floors from 1852, all adorned in elegance.
Guest capacity
30-80 Seated
30-80 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Available services that can be provided by John Joseph Inn
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wedding cake services
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Barware
- Chiavari Chairs
- China
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Linens
- Standard Chairs
Accommodations
- Bedroom suites
- Double bed rooms
- Honeymoon suite
- Luxury suites
- Room blocks offered
- Single king rooms
- Single queen rooms
- Twin bed rooms
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
6 reviews
Look no further - you will be blown away!!
From the moment we first spoke with John at the John Joseph Inn, my husband and I felt incredibly cared for and supported. This was the first and only venue we visited when we first started planning and we knew right away this would be the place for our wedding day. John's thoughtful and flexible communication style put us at ease throughout the entire planning process. The stunning grounds and elegant venue felt like something out of a movie - the perfect backdrop for our special day. John and his team went the extra mile to incorporate every detail that was important to us, including working with us to build a custom menu that featured chicken from our family farm and custom desserts inspired by our mothers' recipes. The ability to have welcome cocktails and a day-after brunch all on the property allowed our guests, some of whom traveled a great distance, to spend more quality time celebrating with us. We also had plenty of kids attend, and they were having the time of their lives playing in the orchard throughout the wedding weekend. We are so grateful to the John Joseph Inn for helping to make our wedding day truly unforgettable.
Perfect, honestly
The John Joseph Inn was the perfect venue for our wedding day. From start to finish, the staff was professional, attentive, and truly made us feel special. The venue itself is stunning - the architecture and grounds provided a picture-perfect backdrop for our photos and ceremony. On the day-of, the coordinators were there every step of the way, making sure things flowed smoothly so that we could relax and enjoy our celebration. They handled all the setup and logistics flawlessly. We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful setting or more capable team helping us pull off our dream wedding. Honestly could not have dreamed of a more perfect wedding.
Incredible Experience at the John Joseph Inn
In only a few words -- the John Joseph Inn is an incredible venue and was the perfect spot for our wedding, and we would recommend to anyone! The venue itself is absolutely gorgeous, and John is continually making additions and improvements year after year it seems. We were able to use the property for the entire wedding weekend, from: - having the entire wedding party staying onsite - the Rehearsal Dinner in the restaurant - Welcome Drinks on the porch and in the atrium of the Inn - Getting Ready onsite (girls in the Inn, guys in the Cook's Cottage) - Ceremony in the garden, Cocktail Hour in the orchard, Reception in the Tent - Afterparty in the Inn This not only made logistics easy for us, but meant we were able to explore and use every lovely inch of the property! Also cannot overstate how much we loved that we got to stay on site - it removed so much of the potential hassle for us on our wedding day! The well-maintained gardens and tent were just a stunning location for our day. The ceremony site is a dreamy garden escape, and the reception tent has several wonderful touches not common of other tented venues we toured, including stunning chandeliers, a stone floor, and farmhouse tables. John himself was a pleasure to work with in the year leading up to the event, and his relaxed and calm demeanor was a valuable asset to counter our own wedding stresses. He is a consummate pro at this, having done it for decades now and especially with Lauren's help for the day-of coordination everything went off without a hitch! In addition, the whole way he runs his business was such a breath of fresh air compared to other venues we had toured that gave off more of a "wedding factory" vibe. With John, there were no concerns about hidden fees or upcharges or that we were just another name in his ledgers, and on top of that the value at the JJI is better than any other venue we toured. For example -- many things were simply included as part of the package whereas they would've been upcharges at many other venues (champagne toasts, wine service at tables, passed cocktails at happy hour, etc.) Finally, I'd be doing a disservice if I didn't mention the food. From the rehearsal dinner BBQ, to the cocktail hour bites, to the main courses -- everything was so so good and we got many compliments from the guests on how delicious everything was. On top of that, any concerns we had about guests going hungry were completely wrong as the portions were incredibly generous. Overall - an absolutely incredible venue that truly made our whole experience!
Dream wedding venue!
Getting married at the John Joseph Inn was incredible from start to finish. John is organized, personable, and an extremely talented chef which made our wedding day absolutely perfect. He made sure we were taken care of and put so much personal care into making sure our wedding vision came to life. The food throughout was the best wedding food we’ve ever had! We are still having guests reach out to us telling us how delicious it was. John’s staff at the Inn were attentive and helpful throughout the weekend. The rooms were beautiful, luxurious, and comfortable. Our families and friends absolutely loved staying on the grounds for the weekend. We couldn’t recommend the John Joseph Inn enough. We are so happy to have chosen this venue and would do it again in a heartbeat. You won’t find a more elegant, beautiful, perfect place to get married.
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