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Bridex100 Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:09 AM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:09 AM

I want to cry

I can't seem to find a perfect venue. My problem is that I have a small headcount (100-125 people).

Any suggestions on venues outside of Long Island?

What other venues did you consider in Westchester, NJ, and CT???

I have a small headcount and want a beautiful outdoor ceremony with upscale reception.

Please help! I am starting to lose it.

103005FallBride Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:13 AM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:13 AM

Re: I want to cry

I've mentioned it a few times already... Westbury Manor.

(In LI!)

nov04LIbride Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:28 AM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:28 AM

Re: I want to cry

I had between 100 and 125 at Timber Point Country Club, one wedding at a time. At peak times the Saturday night minimum was higher.

I first looked in CT and upstate NY, and had nearly decided on Troutbeck , where I had my senior prom (I went to school in CT), but then we opted for Long Island since it was easier to plan when we live where the reception is. I think you would love Troutbeck though--very upscale. Troutbeck is right over the CT border in Amenia, NY.

Blu-ize Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:32 AM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:32 AM

Re: I want to cry

Old Field CC..

july06bride Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:32 AM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:32 AM

Re: I want to cry

mentioned somewhere else... but have you looked at waterview in CT?

kellwolfe Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:43 AM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:43 AM

Re: I want to cry

Stonebridge CC, All the the Hamlets, Miller ridge inn, George Washington Mannor, Smithtown landing CC

Check out
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Dont cry honey!

aliwnec10 Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:45 AM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:45 AM

Re: I want to cry

I know you said outside of long island, but i know that the vineyard in bridgehampton does weddings w/max of 125 people. And its very pretty there. It's called... Wolffer Estate Vineyard. You should check them out. They'll send you a wedding packet if you request it.

soon2bmrsdunn Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:58 AM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 11:58 AM

Re: I want to cry

Don't cry. Check out this website. They have sites in the tri state area. Good luck!!!
http://www.weddingsitesandservices.com/FacilityList.cfm/RegionID/24

Missladybug15 Posted: Dec 06, 2005 12:00 PM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 12:00 PM

Re: I want to cry

Posted by soon2bmrsdunn

Don't cry. Check out this website. They have sites in the tri state area. Good luck!!!
http://www.weddingsitesandservices.com/FacilityList.cfm/RegionID/24

definitely check this site out, it helped me so much when I was looking

ShortBride Posted: Dec 06, 2005 12:05 PM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 12:05 PM

Re: I want to cry

If you are near a large newstand, there are several specific wedding magazines, i.e. New Jersey weddings. etc.

ginny26 Posted: Dec 06, 2005 02:28 PM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 02:28 PM

Re: I want to cry

Posted by aliwnec10

I know you said outside of long island, but i know that the vineyard in bridgehampton does weddings w/max of 125 people. And its very pretty there. It's called... Wolffer Estate Vineyard. You should check them out. They'll send you a wedding packet if you request it.

A second vote for Wolffer!!!!!

We were married at the gazebo in the vineyard and then had our reception on the patio and in the tasting room. It was WONDERFUL!

prinses777 Posted: Dec 06, 2005 02:32 PM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 02:32 PM

Re: I want to cry

de Seversky!!!

The Minimum for a Sat is 100ppl!!!

And it is beautiful!!!!

FM me if you want dtls.

Nina Posted: Dec 06, 2005 02:32 PM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 02:32 PM

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heidla Posted: Dec 06, 2005 02:36 PM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 02:36 PM

Re: I want to cry

I would definately go to look at The Snuff Mill at the NYBG in the Bronx( it is an Abigail Kirsch property). I was working with a small # (70ppl) and I loved that they were specifically set up for smaller weddings. The max there is 120ppl. I am a bit biased, but I truly think it is a unique and beautiful location.Plus, the food and service were both wonderful!!!

kathrynlinton Posted: Dec 06, 2005 02:56 PM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 02:56 PM

Re: I want to cry

Hi there. Don't get so upset. We only had to guarntee 100 at Giorgio's.

I would also say the Old Field Club or one of the smaller rooms at the Three Village Inn.

Hope that helps

JanuaryBride06 Posted: Dec 06, 2005 03:02 PM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 03:02 PM

Re: I want to cry

Abigal Kirsh at Tappan Hill is in Westchester - it's really nice. I don't know about their minimums but I like that place a lot.

Good luck; no tears

gigles319 Posted: Dec 06, 2005 03:04 PM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 03:04 PM

Re: I want to cry

Hamlet Willow Creek

klslk Posted: Dec 06, 2005 06:31 PM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 06:31 PM

Re: I want to cry

You might want to look at 'castles' and mansions... they are very upscale, typically prefer outdoor/garden ceremonies and because they were once residences, usually lean toward the smaller 100 - 125 affairs...

http://www.dupontcastle.com/castles/#ct

Check out this link - it lists these types of places by state -

I think you might do pretty well here.
Good Luck

OH - do a google search for Castles / CT... you will probably find more

JPC1125 Posted: Dec 06, 2005 06:33 PM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 06:33 PM

Re: I want to cry

my room at Crest Hollow (Emerald Room) was a minimum of 125

very pretty hall and room

DanaMZ Posted: Dec 06, 2005 07:05 PM+

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Posted: Dec 06, 2005 07:05 PM

Re: I want to cry

Oh my goodness, my very first choice to have my reception was at The Castle on the Hudson. Looove it there, but my party was too big, they hold up to 140 (I think). It is in Tarrytown , Westchester....only about 35 mins from the whitestone and throgs neck bridges.