The Kester Homestead
Raw space venue
The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $4,500 for off-peak dates, and $15,500 for peak dates
Packages
Prices start at $2,850
Guest capacity
Up to 170 seated guests
About this venue
The Kester Homestead is a historic farm venue located on the cusp of Finger Lakes Region in Upstate NY. Enjoy access to the entire property for the duration of your gathering weekend. Stay in the 1854 House, wander the trails to our Woodland Cathedral for ceremony, then dine and dance in our Wild Garden and Gambrel Barn.
Our event spaces
Gambel Barn
Unforgettable moments under the gambrel roof, where laughter echoed, and memories were crafted.
This beautiful Gambrel barn is perfect for wedding receptions. It can fit up to 170 guests. Has 42 ft ceilings, 2 lounges, lots of room for bands and/or DJ's, built in bar, and a large, beautiful dance floor with vintage rugs.
Guest capacity
15-170 Seated
15-170 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Light dimmers Tables & chairs for seating Bar Vintage Rugs Outlets for vendors 5 bathrooms Caterer kitchen Bridal suite
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Fieldstone Barn
Where all the memories start.
This great intimate fieldstone barn is perfect for welcoming parties when all of your guests arrive. There is a water station, a table for cards and gifts. It is also a great spot to have a rehearsal dinner as well.
Guest capacity
15-40 Seated
15-40 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
1854 House
Timeless memories woven into the fabric of the 1854 house, where every corner holds a story, and every moment is cherished
This space has 7 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Beautiful spaces to get ready and to be with friends and family either relaxing or getting ready for the big day. All beds have linens, there is a parlor, stocked kitchen, and a laundry room.
Guest capacity
2-50 Seated
2-50 Standing
Ideal for
Elopement, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Gambel Barn
Unforgettable moments under the gambrel roof, where laughter echoed, and memories were crafted.
This beautiful Gambrel barn is perfect for wedding receptions. It can fit up to 170 guests. Has 42 ft ceilings, 2 lounges, lots of room for bands and/or DJ's, built in bar, and a large, beautiful dance floor with vintage rugs.
Guest capacity
15-170 Seated
15-170 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Light dimmers Tables & chairs for seating Bar Vintage Rugs Outlets for vendors 5 bathrooms Caterer kitchen Bridal suite
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Fieldstone Barn
Where all the memories start.
This great intimate fieldstone barn is perfect for welcoming parties when all of your guests arrive. There is a water station, a table for cards and gifts. It is also a great spot to have a rehearsal dinner as well.
Guest capacity
15-40 Seated
15-40 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
1854 House
Timeless memories woven into the fabric of the 1854 house, where every corner holds a story, and every moment is cherished
This space has 7 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Beautiful spaces to get ready and to be with friends and family either relaxing or getting ready for the big day. All beds have linens, there is a parlor, stocked kitchen, and a laundry room.
Guest capacity
2-50 Seated
2-50 Standing
Ideal for
Elopement, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
The Kester Homestead packages
Full Weekend Experience
Peak pricing $22,500-27,000
Book the entire estate for a two night relaxing stay. You’ll never have to leave the property. Enjoy the use of 7 bedrooms with 2 restrooms, sleeping ~12+ guests comfortably in beds. Take photos, get ready in the picturesque house, and have overnight weekend accommodations just steps from your wedding venue. The property has bed linens, a fully stocked kitchen, a backyard in-ground pool, bonfire pit and free range chickens. Sink into the weekend and take in the beauty of this country setting.
- 2 overnight stays with 7 bedrooms for 10-14 guests
- Fieldstone & Gambrel Barn, Wild Garden
- Woodlands Cathedral, Bridal Suite (inside barn)
- Caterer Prep Quarters, 5 restrooms ADA accessible
- field parking for 75 cars
- on-site in ground pool with pergola seating area
- bonfire area with yard games
- Full use of our Prop Closet
- Styling Team the day before & day of event
- Access to our Couples Portal
- Complimentary 1 hour “Engagement Shoot”
Day Use Package
Peak pricing $12,500-15,500
This is a lovely day rental experience with access into the magic of this historic farm venue. Below you can find inclusions and A La Carte to suite your needs. Available May-October.
- Day Use of the Venue from 8am-11pm
- Morning use of The 1854 House
- Access to the Gambrel Barn, Fieldstone Barn
- Wild Garden, Woodlands Cathedral
- Bridal Suite, Caterer’s Prep Quarters
- 5 restrooms (ADA accessible),
- field parking for 75 cars
- Assistance from our Styling Team
- Access to our Couples Portal
- Rehearsal on site morning of your event.
- A La Carte offerings below
- Full use of our Prop closet- $2000
- Styling Team decor set up 1-2 bins $1000
- Day Use of The 1854 House $2500 not overnight stay
- Overnight at 1854 House $2500 per night 2night min
- Early drop off/late pick-up of personal decor
- 1 hour “Engagement Shoot” on the grounds $150
- 1 hour Engagement Shoot inside The 1854 House $250
- Homestead Flower Packages
- Fieldstone Barn Rehearsal Dinner
- Additional Night Stays $850 per night
Winter Elopements & Small Weddings
Peak pricing $2,850
Nov - April Elopements We would love to welcome you and up to 20 guests (max.) within The 1854 House for a charming elopement dinner! After your ceremony off-site at Town Hall (or wherever you choose) come celebrate within our historic home with a meal. We will curate two farm tables, 20 metal chairs, place settings, napkins, copper cups and brass candlesticks. For an additional fee we can create a micro flower package for bouquets and centerpieces.
- 2 Farm tables
- 20 Metal chairs
- Place settings
- Napkins
- Copper Cups
- Brass Candlesticks
- Extra overnight stay $850 per night 2 night min
Summer Elopements & Small Weddings
Peak pricing $4,850
May - Oct Elopements/Small Weddings We would love to welcome you and up to 20 guests (max.) within The 1854 House for a charming elopement dinner or within our Fieldstone Barn. After your ceremony off-site at Town Hall (or wherever you choose) come celebrate within our historic home or fieldstone barn with a meal. For an additional fee we can create a micro flower package for bouquets and centerpieces.
- 2 Farm tables
- 20 Metal chairs
- Place settings
- Napkins
- Copper Cups
- Brass Candlesticks
- Use of our outdoor Woodlands Cathedral- $500
- Extra overnight stay $2500 night with 2 night min
Available services that can be provided by The Kester Homestead
Services & amenities
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- On-site accommodations
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- China
- Standard Chairs
Accommodations
- Single king rooms
- Single queen rooms
- Twin bed rooms
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