Gardens Galore: 9 Must-See Garden Venues in the Garden State
The romance of a garden wedding is something everyone can appreciate. Who isn’t captivated by a gorgeous landscape with flowers, trees, fountains, manicured lawns, and meandering paths? You’ll find all of these things and more among New Jersey’s garden wedding venues. Here are 10 that are well worth checking out.
Scotland Run Golf Club
Monroe Township, NJ
Fab Features: elegant golf club set on expansive seasonal flower gardens • the airy New Ottinger Conservatory boasts floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors opening onto a terrace with sweeping golf course views • romantic al fresco ceremony pavilion beside a tranquil pond and waterfall
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Park Chateau Estate and Gardens
East Brunswick, New Jersey
Fab Features: manor and grounds evoke a French countryside estate • lush, Versailles-inspired gardens • private garden chapel and lily pond for ceremonies • elaborately embellished ballroom
Price: $$$
The Bradford Estate
Hainesport, NJ
Fab Features: beautiful country estate with lush, manicured grounds • say "I do" under the pergola in the "secret garden," encircled by tall hedges and shade trees • cocktails on the wraparound porch followed by receptions in the classically elegant ballrooms with its rows of oversized windows
Catering: In-housePrice: $$
Sayen House and Gardens
Hamilton Township, NJ
Fab Features: hidden treasure with a charming cottage and impressive gardens in historic Hamilton Square • outdoor ceremonies in the Temple Gardens among ponds, fountains, and gazebos, followed by cocktails on the lawn • your rental fee helps preserve the building and grounds
Price: $
The English Manor
Ocean Township, New Jersey
Fab Features: historic mansion and garden estate • Grand Ballroom with marble dance floor and custom mahogany bar • park-like ceremony setting
Price: $$
Naninas In The Park
Belleville, New Jersey
Fab Features: Tuscan Villa-style mansion and historic park • gardens bloom in spring with cherry trees • optional horse-drawn carriage ride through the park
Price: $$ • $$$
The Park Savoy Estate
Florham Park, New Jersey
Fab Features: Palatial décor indoors, landscaped grounds outdoors • Ballroom boasts floor-to-ceiling windows, a Carrera marble fireplace, and French doors • garden ceremonies on the lawn
Price: $$ • $$$
Woodcliff Manor
Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey
Fab Features: charming 19th-century manor house and gardens • private Victorian garden + gazebo and two waterfall-fed ponds • receptions rooms overlook the grounds and patio
Price: $ • $$
Ashford Estate
Allentown, New Jersey
Fab Features: elegant country estate • Barn Chapel with vaulted wood interior and floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace • breathtaking Grand Ballroom overlooking the parklike surroundings
Price: $$ • $$$
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