The Winding Woods Venue

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

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $500

Guest capacity

Up to 75 seated guests

About this venue

The Winding Woods Venue is a luscious 11-acre secluded venue in the woods. Featuring 3 unique spaces to fit your vision: The Enchanted Forest, The Secret Garden, and The Waterfront Overlook. Our couples have access to the entire venue as we only host one event at a time giving all of our attention to you. We're a BYO venue with additional service and vendor options for a more inclusive experience. Choose for us to relieve some of those planning stresses for you or just support you as you plan the details instead. The Winding Woods Venue is customizable in every detail, to ensure your special day is just as you imagine it to be.

Seated guest capacity

  • 2-75

Venue type

  • Beaches, Waterfront Settings
  • Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

  • Covered Outdoor
  • Outdoor
97 E Jackson Ave, Clayton, NJ 08312

Our event spaces

The Enchanted Forest

Magical and enchanting ceremony space tucked away in the lush woods. The serene setting will leave you feeling like you've stepped into a fairytale.

Ceremony space between the trees featuring unique live edge guest seating benches.

Guest capacity

Up to 60 Seated

Up to 60 Standing

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

Officiant, if needed Guest seating Speaker for your entrance song Drapery for the ceremony backdrop, limited color availability

Room cost

starting at $500.00

The Waterfront Overlook

The Secret Garden is a serene and peaceful escape into the heart of nature.

Experience the true beauty of nature at The Secret Garden. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking woodsy landscape that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and refreshed. Come and explore the serene surroundings, listen to the soothing sounds of nature and breathe in the fresh air. The Secret Garden is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and connect with the tranquility of nature.

Guest capacity

Up to 60 Seated

Up to 53 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

Guest seating and dining tables Speaker for entertainment Covered wooden cart (2) wooden arbors

Room cost

Starting at $500.00

The Waterfront Overlook

Walk the winding paths to this tranquil pondside ceremony space tucked in the woods surrounded by nature's most beautiful landscape.

Pondside ceremony space in front of a covered gazebo over the water that features a customizable wooden arbor between the garden walls.

Guest capacity

Up to 60 Seated

Up to 60 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

Guest seating Customizable Wooden arbor Speaker for the entrance song

Room cost

Starting at $500.00

The Enchanted Forest

Magical and enchanting ceremony space tucked away in the lush woods. The serene setting will leave you feeling like you've stepped into a fairytale.

Ceremony space between the trees featuring unique live edge guest seating benches.

Guest capacity

Up to 60 Seated

Up to 60 Standing

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

Officiant, if needed Guest seating Speaker for your entrance song Drapery for the ceremony backdrop, limited color availability

Room cost

starting at $500.00

Available services that can be provided by The Winding Woods Venue

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • Lighting/Sound
  • On-site accommodations
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible

Reviews

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  • Absolutely Beautiful

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    •Aaliyah S.•Oct 1, 2024

    The Winding Woods Venue was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the moment we first reached out, their communication style was friendly, informative, and made the entire planning process a breeze. The venue itself is worth far more than the reasonable price they charge - the space has such an amazing homey and cozy atmosphere that all of our guests commented on. The team was incredibly helpful, coordinating the day-of timeline seamlessly and even lending a hand with setting up and breaking down our decor. Their professionalism and attention to detail really shone through during the rehearsal as well. We couldn't have asked for a better venue and highly recommend The Winding Woods to any couple looking for a special, memorable wedding day.

  • Convenient and beautiful!

    •Verified review
    •Megan C.•Feb 19, 2024

    Winding woods venue is absolutely gorgeous! I held my mother's 60th birthday party in their secret garden. So many compliments on the venue and service. Communication was fast and clear!

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