Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa
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About This Vendor
Your Destination Wedding - A Hudson River Estate
Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa is a hotel wedding venue in Milton, NY. Situated by the Hudson River, this charming inn is a short drive from New York City. Its picture-perfect event spaces combine with a tranquil atmosphere, ideal for relaxed and intimate celebrations. Here, you can join loved ones and enjoy an unforgettable day in a magical setting. With indoor and outdoor reception sites available, Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa offers you flexibility with your wedding arrangements. For an outdoor gathering, you can use the Riverfront Patio with up to 200 guests. Offering views of the river and the property grounds, this two-tiered patio is made for dancing under the stars. If your event is smaller in scale, you can choose the warm and cozy Barn at Buttermilk. Rustic and elegant, the barn can accommodate up to 90 guests for dining and dancing. An outdoor deck is available for you to chat with guests during cocktail hour. Get-ready rooms in the inn can be accessed for your day-of preparations. At Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa, you can avail of numerous services to make your wedding day flow smoothly. Having served over 300 weddings, the attentive staff has lots of experience managing events. If you'd like to stay overnight in the inn, 16 guest rooms and several guest cottages are available. Up to 50 guests can be accommodated here, with a state-of-the-art spa onsite for those in need of pampering. The hotel also provides onsite catering at Henry's Restaurant, which offers a farm-to-table dining experience. For more information, contact the venue today with your inquiries.
Amenities & Details
Ceremony Area, Covered Outdoors Space, Handicap Accessible, Indoor Event Space, Liability Insurance, On-Site Accommodations, Outdoor Event Space, Reception Area
Guest CapacityUp to 200
Ceremony Types Venue Service OfferingsBar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Destination Weddings, Food & Catering, Service Staff
SettingsBallroom, Barn, Beach, Waterfront, Historic Venue, Hotel, Tented, Trees
Business AttributesPricing for Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa
| Option | Value |
|---|---|
| Starting Cost | Moderate |
| Cost Starting | |
| Price Range | $29,950 - $33,400+ |
| Couples Usually Spend | $31,650 |
| Peak Season Months | April-November |
| Peak Season Cost | $29,950 - $33,400+ |
| Peak Season Reception Cost | $5,000 |
| Peak Season Ceremony Cost | |
| Peak Season Bar Service Cost | $55 |
| OffSeason Months | January-March, December |
| OffSeason Cost | $29,950 - $33,400+ |
| OffSeason Reception Cost | $3,750 |
| OffSeason Ceremony Cost | |
| OffSeason BarService Cost | $55 |
Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa Reviews
Pam S (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Just back from my son’s wedding at Buttermilk Falls this past weekend, and it was a perfect fairytale experience! My son and his fiancée wanted an outdoor venue with a “barn & farm” feel that would have lodging for most of the guests plus highly rated food… BF checked all those boxes! And they have Llamas and peacocks! They live in California, so communication was critical in dealing with the venue across the country and tending to details. The event manager, Morgan, was critical to the success of their weekend, and answered any and all questions throughout the months leading up to the weekend, and acted as the “day of” coordinator, so no outside wedding planner was needed… She was very professional, and helpful in guiding them through all the choices to be made: for food (outstanding!), itinerary for the day, providing names of vendors, etc. The day of the wedding, she kept us calm while it rained in the morning and puddles started to form in front of the entrance to the tent… Luckily, the rain stopped a couple hours before the ceremony and the wonderful caretaker, Mark, ran to Lowe’s to get some Astroturf type rugs to cover the puddles and mud, so guests and the wedding party did not have to worry about entering the tent. The wedding was held in front of Swan Pond, a beautiful site surrounded by majestic willow trees with many ducks and geese, and of course the two swans, simply charming! The reception in the barn was the perfect size for the 70 guests, and having cocktail hour on the outdoor covered attached deck was great… I repeat, the food is outstanding from salad through dessert! The staff was helpful and happy to be included in our celebration. All in all, our experience was fantastic, I would recommend this venue to anyone looking for a farm type wedding that provides food, lodging (the rooms in the Inn are lovely) and beautiful views of the Hudson River. For guests coming from NYC, there is an Amtrak train that runs to Poughkeepsie just 15 minutes away from BF, and it’s a pretty easy drive from Boston, as well. My husband and I plan to come back in the fall during leaf peeping season to revisit this wonderful place. Thank you Morgan and Mark and kudos to all the staff, it was truly a magical weekend!
Reviewed on 27-06-2023
Just back from my son’s wedding at Buttermilk Falls this past weekend, and it was a perfect fairytale experience! My son and his fiancée wanted an outdoor venue with a “barn & farm” feel that would have lodging for most of the guests plus highly rated food… BF checked all those boxes! And they have Llamas and peacocks! They live in California, so communication was critical in dealing with the venue across the country and tending to details. The event manager, Morgan, was critical to the success of their weekend, and answered any and all questions throughout the months leading up to the weekend, and acted as the “day of” coordinator, so no outside wedding planner was needed… She was very professional, and helpful in guiding them through all the choices to be made: for food (outstanding!), itinerary for the day, providing names of vendors, etc. The day of the wedding, she kept us calm while it rained in the morning and puddles started to form in front of the entrance to the tent… Luckily, the rain stopped a couple hours before the ceremony and the wonderful caretaker, Mark, ran to Lowe’s to get some Astroturf type rugs to cover the puddles and mud, so guests and the wedding party did not have to worry about entering the tent. The wedding was held in front of Swan Pond, a beautiful site surrounded by majestic willow trees with many ducks and geese, and of course the two swans, simply charming! The reception in the barn was the perfect size for the 70 guests, and having cocktail hour on the outdoor covered attached deck was great… I repeat, the food is outstanding from salad through dessert! The staff was helpful and happy to be included in our celebration. All in all, our experience was fantastic, I would recommend this venue to anyone looking for a farm type wedding that provides food, lodging (the rooms in the Inn are lovely) and beautiful views of the Hudson River. For guests coming from NYC, there is an Amtrak train that runs to Poughkeepsie just 15 minutes away from BF, and it’s a pretty easy drive from Boston, as well. My husband and I plan to come back in the fall during leaf peeping season to revisit this wonderful place. Thank you Morgan and Mark and kudos to all the staff, it was truly a magical weekend!
Reviewed on 27-06-2023
Caitlin Grossjung (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
We got married in the barn at Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa in September of 2023. Overall, we had a wonderful weekend. The folks who work there are all extremely nice, flexible, and chill. It really felt like we had the place to ourselves and the staff was respectful and supportive to make the weekend very special.Property:First, the property is incredibly gorgeous and perfect for a wedding. Friends and family stayed on property and all of the residences were lovely, both the on property houses and the inn itself. Guests enjoyed going on walks during the days, seeing the animals near the barn, and the free breakfast at the inn is SO GOOD. My wife and I stayed in Pony’s Pad, which was an awesome home base for the weekend. Rehearsal Dinner & Welcome Party: We chose to have our rehearsal dinner at the patio near the inn. They have a big pizza oven and do buffet-style dinner with a bar. We had some tricky weather (it was raining and chilly) and rented some heaters for the patio. With the tent flaps down and some heaters (rented) it was perfectly comfortable on the patio. After the rehearsal dinner, we did a welcome party with some snacks. It was also cozy and casual. We had some friends play music and used a bluetooth speaker when they were finished. The patio fit 50+ people comfortably for mingling and drinks. Ceremony and Reception:We were originally going to be married at the pond, but had to move to the Waterfront Patio due to construction at Henry’s restaurant. The change of plans was smooth and the location was stunning. It’s an incredible view of the Hudson, you really can’t complain.The reception in the barn was fantastic. We had around 75 people, it felt like the right size for that group. We fit everyone comfortably at tables with room for a dance floor. It was intimate and cozy and everyone danced like crazy. It was a great time. The food was solid, especially the desserts. Overall we had a fantastic experience at Buttermilk. It’s very nice without feeling too upscale or pretentious, and the venue knows how to throw a wedding. It was very special and exactly what we hoped. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 04-12-2023
We got married in the barn at Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa in September of 2023. Overall, we had a wonderful weekend. The folks who work there are all extremely nice, flexible, and chill. It really felt like we had the place to ourselves and the staff was respectful and supportive to make the weekend very special.Property:First, the property is incredibly gorgeous and perfect for a wedding. Friends and family stayed on property and all of the residences were lovely, both the on property houses and the inn itself. Guests enjoyed going on walks during the days, seeing the animals near the barn, and the free breakfast at the inn is SO GOOD. My wife and I stayed in Pony’s Pad, which was an awesome home base for the weekend. Rehearsal Dinner & Welcome Party: We chose to have our rehearsal dinner at the patio near the inn. They have a big pizza oven and do buffet-style dinner with a bar. We had some tricky weather (it was raining and chilly) and rented some heaters for the patio. With the tent flaps down and some heaters (rented) it was perfectly comfortable on the patio. After the rehearsal dinner, we did a welcome party with some snacks. It was also cozy and casual. We had some friends play music and used a bluetooth speaker when they were finished. The patio fit 50+ people comfortably for mingling and drinks. Ceremony and Reception:We were originally going to be married at the pond, but had to move to the Waterfront Patio due to construction at Henry’s restaurant. The change of plans was smooth and the location was stunning. It’s an incredible view of the Hudson, you really can’t complain.The reception in the barn was fantastic. We had around 75 people, it felt like the right size for that group. We fit everyone comfortably at tables with room for a dance floor. It was intimate and cozy and everyone danced like crazy. It was a great time. The food was solid, especially the desserts. Overall we had a fantastic experience at Buttermilk. It’s very nice without feeling too upscale or pretentious, and the venue knows how to throw a wedding. It was very special and exactly what we hoped. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 04-12-2023
Jamie Kasper (bride) 1 out of 5 Rating
I made three email attempts to contact the wedding planner with no return emails. I finally called and I was told she has been out sick and no one else could even give me the wedding packages to look over. I was told to email the planner directly so I did and the response I got was “ I’m out sick with the date of return and than told expect delays on responses when I return. Nothing else. I am very disappointed! However it just tells me that they don’t care to much about hosting wedding there. I would not recommend this place unless you have a lot of time to sit around and wait !
Reviewed on 08-12-2022
I made three email attempts to contact the wedding planner with no return emails. I finally called and I was told she has been out sick and no one else could even give me the wedding packages to look over. I was told to email the planner directly so I did and the response I got was “ I’m out sick with the date of return and than told expect delays on responses when I return. Nothing else. I am very disappointed! However it just tells me that they don’t care to much about hosting wedding there. I would not recommend this place unless you have a lot of time to sit around and wait !
Reviewed on 08-12-2022
Annalise Hansen (bride) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-06-2022
We originally signed our contract with Buttermilk in Spring 2021 and at their encouragement moved up our wedding date to be more accommodating at the promise of reduced pricing for the wedding and our on-site accommodations. However, after the site went through several new employees, all of our promises and agreements were disregarded. The staff was incredibly unprofessional and rude. My fiancé and I ended up spending far more than we were initially quoted. They overcharged us for our on-site accommodations, constantly changing pricing and adding additional expenses without our permission. We also opted to have our rehearsal dinner on-site, which was a huge mistake. I have dietary restrictions and the site was less than accommodating. They made me one personal size pizza (out of a buffet) I could eat, but when it was accidentally eaten, they refused to make another. Upon our wedding day, the staff was beyond disorganized. Our flower girl was never given her petals, our special ordered alcohol wasn’t even initially being served, and none of our guests food choices were recorded (despite the spreadsheet I had to create and send over). Our initial dinner choices were also changed by the staff without our permission or knowledge until it was “too late”. The staff also stole all of our florals and bouquets from the wedding and some of our decor. When I brought this to the site’s attention, they could care less. If we could do everything over again, we would steer clear of Buttermilk! With how much work my fiancé and I did ourselves for the staff and then to have them steal our decor and flowers, I was beyond disappointed. The venue may look and sound like the perfect place, but that’s far from the truth. I cannot caution everyone enough to stay away from this venue!
Reviewed on 05-12-2022
Wedding Date 25-06-2022
We originally signed our contract with Buttermilk in Spring 2021 and at their encouragement moved up our wedding date to be more accommodating at the promise of reduced pricing for the wedding and our on-site accommodations. However, after the site went through several new employees, all of our promises and agreements were disregarded. The staff was incredibly unprofessional and rude. My fiancé and I ended up spending far more than we were initially quoted. They overcharged us for our on-site accommodations, constantly changing pricing and adding additional expenses without our permission. We also opted to have our rehearsal dinner on-site, which was a huge mistake. I have dietary restrictions and the site was less than accommodating. They made me one personal size pizza (out of a buffet) I could eat, but when it was accidentally eaten, they refused to make another. Upon our wedding day, the staff was beyond disorganized. Our flower girl was never given her petals, our special ordered alcohol wasn’t even initially being served, and none of our guests food choices were recorded (despite the spreadsheet I had to create and send over). Our initial dinner choices were also changed by the staff without our permission or knowledge until it was “too late”. The staff also stole all of our florals and bouquets from the wedding and some of our decor. When I brought this to the site’s attention, they could care less. If we could do everything over again, we would steer clear of Buttermilk! With how much work my fiancé and I did ourselves for the staff and then to have them steal our decor and flowers, I was beyond disappointed. The venue may look and sound like the perfect place, but that’s far from the truth. I cannot caution everyone enough to stay away from this venue!
Reviewed on 05-12-2022
Nicolette F (bride) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-08-2022
I am so disappointed in my experience trying to work with the Wedding Coordinator at Buttermilk. My fiancée and I had been in contact with her since March 2022, originally planning for a 2024 wedding. She was nothing but accommodating, as we sent many questions and requests ahead of a formal tour to ensure this would be a good fit. Once we decided “we love this place on paper, let’s go see it” we booked a tour. Being onsite was lovely, and we received a full tour of the property and walkthrough of the packages/options. We even confirmed that the venue welcomed LGBTQ+ couples, and we were told that she had done over 50 of them in her time in the industry. That was awesome to hear! From there, we were pretty explicit in that we’d love to see a contract ASAP as we wanted to lock a venue in as early as possible to get started on the fun stuff! We were met with “give me a few weeks, updated contract language is coming soon” and we were more than OK with that, knowing we were ahead of the game. Until literal months had gone by with no word from her, no replies to my emails checking in, and no answer to my many phone calls and voicemails. It’s now been 4 weeks since I sent my last email (there are 5 more emails before that that have gone unanswered). The last time I heard from her she had sent me portions of the contract in an editable Word doc, outlining details for a wedding at the wrong location onsite!!! We have since booked another venue for next summer, and couldn’t be more excited to have found a responsive and attentive coordinator to work with. It’s such a shame that Buttermilk lost out on our thousands of dollars of business due to lack of professionalism and unresponsiveness. Warning to all future couples that think “this is too good to be true” - it is.
Reviewed on 27-08-2022
Wedding Date 01-08-2022
I am so disappointed in my experience trying to work with the Wedding Coordinator at Buttermilk. My fiancée and I had been in contact with her since March 2022, originally planning for a 2024 wedding. She was nothing but accommodating, as we sent many questions and requests ahead of a formal tour to ensure this would be a good fit. Once we decided “we love this place on paper, let’s go see it” we booked a tour. Being onsite was lovely, and we received a full tour of the property and walkthrough of the packages/options. We even confirmed that the venue welcomed LGBTQ+ couples, and we were told that she had done over 50 of them in her time in the industry. That was awesome to hear! From there, we were pretty explicit in that we’d love to see a contract ASAP as we wanted to lock a venue in as early as possible to get started on the fun stuff! We were met with “give me a few weeks, updated contract language is coming soon” and we were more than OK with that, knowing we were ahead of the game. Until literal months had gone by with no word from her, no replies to my emails checking in, and no answer to my many phone calls and voicemails. It’s now been 4 weeks since I sent my last email (there are 5 more emails before that that have gone unanswered). The last time I heard from her she had sent me portions of the contract in an editable Word doc, outlining details for a wedding at the wrong location onsite!!! We have since booked another venue for next summer, and couldn’t be more excited to have found a responsive and attentive coordinator to work with. It’s such a shame that Buttermilk lost out on our thousands of dollars of business due to lack of professionalism and unresponsiveness. Warning to all future couples that think “this is too good to be true” - it is.
Reviewed on 27-08-2022
Jennifer Schultz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-07-2021
This place is so gorgeous that the wedding is just a winner. Rebecca is so easy to work with and such a pro. She is calm and even handed and nothing is ever a problem. We can not express how perfect Buttermilk Falls Inn and Spa is. We can’t wait to go back as hotel guests to just enjoy the beauty again!!
Reviewed on 12-08-2021
Wedding Date 31-07-2021
This place is so gorgeous that the wedding is just a winner. Rebecca is so easy to work with and such a pro. She is calm and even handed and nothing is ever a problem. We can not express how perfect Buttermilk Falls Inn and Spa is. We can’t wait to go back as hotel guests to just enjoy the beauty again!!
Reviewed on 12-08-2021
Claire Luoto (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-08-2019
Quite easily the most romantic place on earth. I always had an idea of weeping willows (reminded me of my childhood) with an American barn like rustic feel, but the cottage-like essence of England with the vines up the sides of houses (my husband is a Brit). This little hidden gem is literally that. I couldn't believe it. Plus it adds its own charms and quaint quirks like the llamas, swans and ducks with sweeping river views and spas. The food is exceptional, too. All our guests raved about their dinner and some even extended their stays!
Reviewed on 03-02-2020
Wedding Date 10-08-2019
Quite easily the most romantic place on earth. I always had an idea of weeping willows (reminded me of my childhood) with an American barn like rustic feel, but the cottage-like essence of England with the vines up the sides of houses (my husband is a Brit). This little hidden gem is literally that. I couldn't believe it. Plus it adds its own charms and quaint quirks like the llamas, swans and ducks with sweeping river views and spas. The food is exceptional, too. All our guests raved about their dinner and some even extended their stays!
Reviewed on 03-02-2020
Claire Kruse (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-09-2019
Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa was the perfect venue for our big day and our experience there was truly 5-star. Soon after getting engaged, we went to Henry's on the Farm for brunch and immediately had our hearts set on getting married there. Michael was so supportive through the long lead-up to our wedding date and happily answered all the crazy questions we had. He even prepared the wood fired pizzas at our rehearsal dinner himself! Becca also did a fabulous job making our vision for the reception decor come to life; it was better than I could have imagined or done myself. Our guests were so impressed with the beautiful setting, outstanding food, and amazing service... we've received nothing but glowing compliments since. My husband and I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out and we will undoubtedly be returning to the spa and restaurant for many years to come!
Reviewed on 28-12-2019
Wedding Date 21-09-2019
Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa was the perfect venue for our big day and our experience there was truly 5-star. Soon after getting engaged, we went to Henry's on the Farm for brunch and immediately had our hearts set on getting married there. Michael was so supportive through the long lead-up to our wedding date and happily answered all the crazy questions we had. He even prepared the wood fired pizzas at our rehearsal dinner himself! Becca also did a fabulous job making our vision for the reception decor come to life; it was better than I could have imagined or done myself. Our guests were so impressed with the beautiful setting, outstanding food, and amazing service... we've received nothing but glowing compliments since. My husband and I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out and we will undoubtedly be returning to the spa and restaurant for many years to come!
Reviewed on 28-12-2019
Robert Sesek (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-05-2019
Buttermilk was a spectacular venue for our wedding of 50 people. It was a perfect escape from our home in NYC, but close enough that our city friends could still come up just for the wedding. The grounds at Buttermilk are gorgeous, especially for us in late May. We held our ceremony on the patio overlooking the Hudson, with the reception in the barn. The food for both cocktail hour and dinner very much impressed, since the catering goes through the on-premise restaurant Henry's at the Farm. Multiple guests remarked how much they enjoyed their meals, which was important for us since we think bad wedding food can ruin the evening. We also did the rehearsal dinner -- a whole roast pig! -- at Buttermilk, which was awesome. The barn is perfect for smaller weddings, as it has an intimate feeling without being too rustic (like some barn venues can be). Having the rooms available on-site for VIPs is also a huge plus, though we also booked a block of rooms for other guests for overflow and for who did not want to spend as much. What you will not find advertised on Buttermilk's website though is the exceptional staff, especially the wedding coordinator Michael. He helped manage the entire wedding planning process from the Buttermilk side and was able to anticipate many of our questions in advance. His list of recommended vendors was also stellar, especially since his working relationships with them made the evening run even more smoothly. Day-of, Michael kept the evening running on-schedule which let us just enjoy the time with our guests. The serving staff that Michael also selected for both the rehearsal and reception were very professional while also being friendly and personable. The entire weekend felt so magical, and we really owe a lot of that to Buttermilk.
Reviewed on 28-07-2019
Wedding Date 25-05-2019
Buttermilk was a spectacular venue for our wedding of 50 people. It was a perfect escape from our home in NYC, but close enough that our city friends could still come up just for the wedding. The grounds at Buttermilk are gorgeous, especially for us in late May. We held our ceremony on the patio overlooking the Hudson, with the reception in the barn. The food for both cocktail hour and dinner very much impressed, since the catering goes through the on-premise restaurant Henry's at the Farm. Multiple guests remarked how much they enjoyed their meals, which was important for us since we think bad wedding food can ruin the evening. We also did the rehearsal dinner -- a whole roast pig! -- at Buttermilk, which was awesome. The barn is perfect for smaller weddings, as it has an intimate feeling without being too rustic (like some barn venues can be). Having the rooms available on-site for VIPs is also a huge plus, though we also booked a block of rooms for other guests for overflow and for who did not want to spend as much. What you will not find advertised on Buttermilk's website though is the exceptional staff, especially the wedding coordinator Michael. He helped manage the entire wedding planning process from the Buttermilk side and was able to anticipate many of our questions in advance. His list of recommended vendors was also stellar, especially since his working relationships with them made the evening run even more smoothly. Day-of, Michael kept the evening running on-schedule which let us just enjoy the time with our guests. The serving staff that Michael also selected for both the rehearsal and reception were very professional while also being friendly and personable. The entire weekend felt so magical, and we really owe a lot of that to Buttermilk.
Reviewed on 28-07-2019
Alexandra Romano (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-06-2018
Buttermilk Falls Inn is perfect. If you're looking for a venue that has it all, look no further! We wanted a place with gorgeous grounds, beautiful views, and accommodations for our out of town family and friends. BFI had all of that and more. We had all of our events for the weekend at BFI, which was fantastic because we never had to leave and every event felt special and different. Our pizza themed rehearsal dinner was outside of the Main Inn, our wedding ceremony was outside at Swan Pond, our reception was tented on the Patio overlooking the Hudson River and our after party was in the Barn complete with comfort food. The food all weekend was absolutely incredible and our family and friends still rave about how delicious everything was. Coming from a food-loving Italian family, that's some compliment! My husband and I still crave the Tuna Poke from cocktail hour.Throughout the entire planning process Michael was a dream to work with and went above and beyond. He was so organized and helped us bring our dream wedding to life. He did everything from reminder emails, to organizing an extremely detailed planning meeting, to excellent vendor recommendations and coordinating all rentals. Michael is a true professional and offers valuable and expert opinions, and he thinks of EVERYTHING!The entire weekend ran so smoothly and Annemarie (our designated event captain for the weekend) and her daughters ensured that every detail was executed perfectly. They could not have been nicer and more helpful all weekend. Whenever I turned around Annemarie was always there to make sure I had what I needed. People always say something is bound to go wrong, but thanks to this incredible team I can say everything was flawless. My only wish is that we could do it again and relieve this fairytale of a day at this fairytale of a venue all over again.
Reviewed on 03-10-2018
Wedding Date 16-06-2018
Buttermilk Falls Inn is perfect. If you're looking for a venue that has it all, look no further! We wanted a place with gorgeous grounds, beautiful views, and accommodations for our out of town family and friends. BFI had all of that and more. We had all of our events for the weekend at BFI, which was fantastic because we never had to leave and every event felt special and different. Our pizza themed rehearsal dinner was outside of the Main Inn, our wedding ceremony was outside at Swan Pond, our reception was tented on the Patio overlooking the Hudson River and our after party was in the Barn complete with comfort food. The food all weekend was absolutely incredible and our family and friends still rave about how delicious everything was. Coming from a food-loving Italian family, that's some compliment! My husband and I still crave the Tuna Poke from cocktail hour.Throughout the entire planning process Michael was a dream to work with and went above and beyond. He was so organized and helped us bring our dream wedding to life. He did everything from reminder emails, to organizing an extremely detailed planning meeting, to excellent vendor recommendations and coordinating all rentals. Michael is a true professional and offers valuable and expert opinions, and he thinks of EVERYTHING!The entire weekend ran so smoothly and Annemarie (our designated event captain for the weekend) and her daughters ensured that every detail was executed perfectly. They could not have been nicer and more helpful all weekend. Whenever I turned around Annemarie was always there to make sure I had what I needed. People always say something is bound to go wrong, but thanks to this incredible team I can say everything was flawless. My only wish is that we could do it again and relieve this fairytale of a day at this fairytale of a venue all over again.
Reviewed on 03-10-2018
Jaclyn Goldstein (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-08-2018
Had the best experience planning/having my wedding at Buttermilk Falls! Views are beautiful, everyone loved the food. Michael does such a great job throughout the whole process as well as weekend of- he's everywhere!! Can't say enough good things about this place.
Reviewed on 07-09-2018
Wedding Date 04-08-2018
Had the best experience planning/having my wedding at Buttermilk Falls! Views are beautiful, everyone loved the food. Michael does such a great job throughout the whole process as well as weekend of- he's everywhere!! Can't say enough good things about this place.
Reviewed on 07-09-2018
Clifton Fels (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-08-2018
Put simply: our wedding would just not have been as good without Michael, and the whole team, at Buttermilk Falls. It’s hard to even imagine that we once considered anywhere else. First, the location is absolutely gorgeous. The estate is 75 acres in the Hudson valley, and has breathtaking views of the Hudson river, as well as picturesque trees, bridges, and more. There are a variety of backdrops where you can get married, from a cozier area under a willow tree to a pavilion overlooking the river to a large rustic barn that is perfect for both the reception or the ceremony. Every aspect of this experience was top-notch. There are room in the inn, or several cottages and guest houses for you and your guests that is not only convenient but makes everyone feel like they are part of a very special vacation from the outside world. We worked with Michael over the course of several months. There were things we didn’t even know we needed to plan for that were made effortless. Our rehearsal dinner and our reception were catered by Henry’s, the farm-to-table restaurant there, and we had a wide variety of options, all delicious. The staff came to know us over those couple of nights such that we not only all knew each other by name, but we felt they were a *part* of our wedding as much as our guests. My wife and I were delighted to see later that the serving team took a group photo in our photo booth to leave for us. There’s just no way to articulate comprehensively everything that made this the right choice. Essentially, everything was made easier for us, and nothing was made harder. All of our guests fell in love with the place, and to a one, the guests said it was one of the best weddings they’d ever been to. This is very much because of our venue. Something that says a lot: we had planned to get married on the pavilion. But it rained the day of our wedding. Far from being a catastrophe, the team quickly set up the barn for the ceremony and it was so good, we forgot we hadn’t decided to get married there to begin with. We loved our experience so much, it’s kind of a shame we just can’t do it all over again.
Reviewed on 15-08-2018
Wedding Date 11-08-2018
Put simply: our wedding would just not have been as good without Michael, and the whole team, at Buttermilk Falls. It’s hard to even imagine that we once considered anywhere else. First, the location is absolutely gorgeous. The estate is 75 acres in the Hudson valley, and has breathtaking views of the Hudson river, as well as picturesque trees, bridges, and more. There are a variety of backdrops where you can get married, from a cozier area under a willow tree to a pavilion overlooking the river to a large rustic barn that is perfect for both the reception or the ceremony. Every aspect of this experience was top-notch. There are room in the inn, or several cottages and guest houses for you and your guests that is not only convenient but makes everyone feel like they are part of a very special vacation from the outside world. We worked with Michael over the course of several months. There were things we didn’t even know we needed to plan for that were made effortless. Our rehearsal dinner and our reception were catered by Henry’s, the farm-to-table restaurant there, and we had a wide variety of options, all delicious. The staff came to know us over those couple of nights such that we not only all knew each other by name, but we felt they were a *part* of our wedding as much as our guests. My wife and I were delighted to see later that the serving team took a group photo in our photo booth to leave for us. There’s just no way to articulate comprehensively everything that made this the right choice. Essentially, everything was made easier for us, and nothing was made harder. All of our guests fell in love with the place, and to a one, the guests said it was one of the best weddings they’d ever been to. This is very much because of our venue. Something that says a lot: we had planned to get married on the pavilion. But it rained the day of our wedding. Far from being a catastrophe, the team quickly set up the barn for the ceremony and it was so good, we forgot we hadn’t decided to get married there to begin with. We loved our experience so much, it’s kind of a shame we just can’t do it all over again.
Reviewed on 15-08-2018
Shelby Carelli (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-10-2017
What an awesome experience planning our wedding with Michael Elbe. We had such a wonderful wedding thanks to Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa. Everything was exceptional from the grounds, food & staff. Michael was a pleasure to work with and very accommodating when things changed half way into planning. I didn't worry about a thing because I knew Michael and his staff would take care of everything. The ceremony was beautiful and the barn looked more beautiful than I thought it would! All of our guests loved the food and local beer selection. They go above and beyond, I definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 27-11-2017
Wedding Date 15-10-2017
What an awesome experience planning our wedding with Michael Elbe. We had such a wonderful wedding thanks to Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa. Everything was exceptional from the grounds, food & staff. Michael was a pleasure to work with and very accommodating when things changed half way into planning. I didn't worry about a thing because I knew Michael and his staff would take care of everything. The ceremony was beautiful and the barn looked more beautiful than I thought it would! All of our guests loved the food and local beer selection. They go above and beyond, I definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 27-11-2017
Andrea Bailey (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-02-2018
Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa is truly a magical place. I booked the venue from overseas without having set foot on the property, and I'm so thankful that I did! We could not have had a better wedding experience thanks to Michael and the rest of the staff at Buttermilk. They took care of every last minute detail that I thought would have been overlooked. We spent the weekend here with our family and friends, the majority of which came from overseas or interstate. The grounds are stunning, and all of the accommodations are rustic but modern. The cocktail hour on the Barn Patio was exceptional, I still have guests talking about how delicious the food was! All of our guests had an amazing time, and that was all thanks to the hard work put in by the staff. We could not have asked for a more perfect day! You can not go wrong with choosing Buttermilk Falls for your dream wedding.
Reviewed on 23-10-2017
Wedding Date 16-02-2018
Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa is truly a magical place. I booked the venue from overseas without having set foot on the property, and I'm so thankful that I did! We could not have had a better wedding experience thanks to Michael and the rest of the staff at Buttermilk. They took care of every last minute detail that I thought would have been overlooked. We spent the weekend here with our family and friends, the majority of which came from overseas or interstate. The grounds are stunning, and all of the accommodations are rustic but modern. The cocktail hour on the Barn Patio was exceptional, I still have guests talking about how delicious the food was! All of our guests had an amazing time, and that was all thanks to the hard work put in by the staff. We could not have asked for a more perfect day! You can not go wrong with choosing Buttermilk Falls for your dream wedding.
Reviewed on 23-10-2017
Leah Baucom (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-11-2016
This venue exceeded any expectation that we had! It provided a serene and peaceful setting making the day just perfect for our vows. The staff (especially the onsite events coordinator Michael Elbe) were very accommodating to our guests and provided excellent service. The food selections were amazing and quite satisfying. Overall, the Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa made our fairytale wedding come to life!!!
Reviewed on 14-11-2016
Wedding Date 05-11-2016
This venue exceeded any expectation that we had! It provided a serene and peaceful setting making the day just perfect for our vows. The staff (especially the onsite events coordinator Michael Elbe) were very accommodating to our guests and provided excellent service. The food selections were amazing and quite satisfying. Overall, the Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa made our fairytale wedding come to life!!!
Reviewed on 14-11-2016
Megan D. (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-09-2016
My husband and I were married here in September 2016. The magical grounds, enchanting reception space, and exceptional service made for a fairytale wedding weekend.THE PROCESS/(MICHAEL!): The planning process was a breeze, thanks to Buttermilk's coordinator, Michael. There are no words to describe how wonderful Michael is. We booked the venue about a year and a half from our wedding date, and Michael walked us through the process step by step -- many times knowing the answers to our questions before we even asked! Every person we talked to during our stay (family and Buttermilk staff, too!) spoke tremendously of Michael, and to us, that's a testament to how amazing Michael is at what he does.THE INN: We spent the weekend at Buttermilk with our closest family and friends. The majority of our guests came from Long Island, Manhattan and Connecticut; it's an accessible venue that somehow manages to feel completely off the beaten path. The Inn has rustic charm -- and the cottages and houses on the property have modernized amenities. There was a hiccup or two in coordinating the room assignments for the weekend, but all worked out in the end. We heard nothing but great things from our guests about their weekend stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Pony's Pad, which overlooked the stunning grounds.THE WEDDING: The wedding was absolutely magical. The rehearsal and rehearsal dinner, held on the patio outside the Inn, ran so smoothly. We had our ceremony near Swan Pond, and the grounds were meticulously groomed in preparation for the big day (despite there having been rainfall the night before). The Barn, the site for our cocktail hour and wedding reception, was gorgeously intimate and romantic. The barn's balcony, which overlooks the surprisingly not-stinky farm, has a lovely view. Unlike many other rustic reception sites, this barn is climate controlled and has a full kitchen. Two major pluses!THE FOOD: Henry's at the Farm, the onsite restaurant, catered our rehearsal dinner and wedding reception. The farm-to-table fare was absolutely delicious. All of our guests appreciated the unique menu that Michael helped us craft. Breakfast was included as part of staying at the Inn -- and the offerings were delicious and much more special than cold eggs and stale muffins. We were completely satisfied.THE SPA: An awesome perk of booking our wedding at Buttermilk was that we received complimentary services at The Spa at Buttermilk. We decided to use the services the day after our reception, after our guests left the Inn. The spa was clean, the atmosphere was relaxing, and the massages were very, very good.OVERALL EXPERIENCE: Tremendous! We had an amazing weekend. The whole experience was everything we could have imagined -- and more. We're tremendously grateful.
Reviewed on 06-11-2016
Wedding Date 18-09-2016
My husband and I were married here in September 2016. The magical grounds, enchanting reception space, and exceptional service made for a fairytale wedding weekend.THE PROCESS/(MICHAEL!): The planning process was a breeze, thanks to Buttermilk's coordinator, Michael. There are no words to describe how wonderful Michael is. We booked the venue about a year and a half from our wedding date, and Michael walked us through the process step by step -- many times knowing the answers to our questions before we even asked! Every person we talked to during our stay (family and Buttermilk staff, too!) spoke tremendously of Michael, and to us, that's a testament to how amazing Michael is at what he does.THE INN: We spent the weekend at Buttermilk with our closest family and friends. The majority of our guests came from Long Island, Manhattan and Connecticut; it's an accessible venue that somehow manages to feel completely off the beaten path. The Inn has rustic charm -- and the cottages and houses on the property have modernized amenities. There was a hiccup or two in coordinating the room assignments for the weekend, but all worked out in the end. We heard nothing but great things from our guests about their weekend stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Pony's Pad, which overlooked the stunning grounds.THE WEDDING: The wedding was absolutely magical. The rehearsal and rehearsal dinner, held on the patio outside the Inn, ran so smoothly. We had our ceremony near Swan Pond, and the grounds were meticulously groomed in preparation for the big day (despite there having been rainfall the night before). The Barn, the site for our cocktail hour and wedding reception, was gorgeously intimate and romantic. The barn's balcony, which overlooks the surprisingly not-stinky farm, has a lovely view. Unlike many other rustic reception sites, this barn is climate controlled and has a full kitchen. Two major pluses!THE FOOD: Henry's at the Farm, the onsite restaurant, catered our rehearsal dinner and wedding reception. The farm-to-table fare was absolutely delicious. All of our guests appreciated the unique menu that Michael helped us craft. Breakfast was included as part of staying at the Inn -- and the offerings were delicious and much more special than cold eggs and stale muffins. We were completely satisfied.THE SPA: An awesome perk of booking our wedding at Buttermilk was that we received complimentary services at The Spa at Buttermilk. We decided to use the services the day after our reception, after our guests left the Inn. The spa was clean, the atmosphere was relaxing, and the massages were very, very good.OVERALL EXPERIENCE: Tremendous! We had an amazing weekend. The whole experience was everything we could have imagined -- and more. We're tremendously grateful.
Reviewed on 06-11-2016
Theresa Gold (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-10-2016
My husband and I had the wedding of our dreams at Buttermilk Falls on 10/8/16. We had a wedding of 82 guests, with a ceremony at the Swan Pond and a reception at The Barn. The venue is absolutely gorgeous, with a natural and rustic feel. It is the perfect venue for a couple looking for a unique but classy wedding with rustic charm. It really felt like a fairy tale to be married in front of swan-surrounded willow tree, then dance the night away in a renovated barn. The event coordinator, Michael, is very responsive via email and will work with you to customize your event exactly as you like it. They are also very flexible and allowed us to visit the venue with multiple vendors on multiple occasions. The food at the wedding, catered by the onsite restaurant, Henry's, was absolutely delicious. We got so many compliments from the guests on the food and on the venue in general. It is truly a magical location for a beautiful and unique wedding! The accommodations are also gorgeous. We stayed at Pony's Pad, which was a fun and quirky 1 bedroom house with a lovely deck overlooking the river and a dramatic spiral staircase (careful walking down this in your wedding dress)! We can't wait to return here for a future anniversary to relive our wedding memories.
Reviewed on 16-10-2016
Wedding Date 08-10-2016
My husband and I had the wedding of our dreams at Buttermilk Falls on 10/8/16. We had a wedding of 82 guests, with a ceremony at the Swan Pond and a reception at The Barn. The venue is absolutely gorgeous, with a natural and rustic feel. It is the perfect venue for a couple looking for a unique but classy wedding with rustic charm. It really felt like a fairy tale to be married in front of swan-surrounded willow tree, then dance the night away in a renovated barn. The event coordinator, Michael, is very responsive via email and will work with you to customize your event exactly as you like it. They are also very flexible and allowed us to visit the venue with multiple vendors on multiple occasions. The food at the wedding, catered by the onsite restaurant, Henry's, was absolutely delicious. We got so many compliments from the guests on the food and on the venue in general. It is truly a magical location for a beautiful and unique wedding! The accommodations are also gorgeous. We stayed at Pony's Pad, which was a fun and quirky 1 bedroom house with a lovely deck overlooking the river and a dramatic spiral staircase (careful walking down this in your wedding dress)! We can't wait to return here for a future anniversary to relive our wedding memories.
Reviewed on 16-10-2016
Erin Morris (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-08-2016
Our wedding at Buttermilk was seriously a dream come true. We lucked out with beyond perfect weather and everything was flawless. Michael Elbe was above and beyond a lifesaver and one of the best parts of Buttermilk. He is extremely responsive, helpful and you can tell he really loves what he does. He really stood out and helped alleviate so much stress I was having. My husband and I stayed at the pony pad and our groomsmen had the riverknoll house and both places exceeded our expectations. I seriously can't wait to come back. Everyone is still telling us how amazing the food is. Buttermilk doesn't offer traditional tasting but you can dine in the restaurant to get an idea of the quality of the food which is what we did and the food was even better than we thought it would be and both my husband and I are in the restaurant industry in NYC. The staff for the reception was really spectacular. I really can't say enough of how amazing Buttermilk is and how the staff really took our weekend to the next level. This venue blew away us and all our guests. Do yourself a favor and get married here.
Reviewed on 26-08-2016
Wedding Date 20-08-2016
Our wedding at Buttermilk was seriously a dream come true. We lucked out with beyond perfect weather and everything was flawless. Michael Elbe was above and beyond a lifesaver and one of the best parts of Buttermilk. He is extremely responsive, helpful and you can tell he really loves what he does. He really stood out and helped alleviate so much stress I was having. My husband and I stayed at the pony pad and our groomsmen had the riverknoll house and both places exceeded our expectations. I seriously can't wait to come back. Everyone is still telling us how amazing the food is. Buttermilk doesn't offer traditional tasting but you can dine in the restaurant to get an idea of the quality of the food which is what we did and the food was even better than we thought it would be and both my husband and I are in the restaurant industry in NYC. The staff for the reception was really spectacular. I really can't say enough of how amazing Buttermilk is and how the staff really took our weekend to the next level. This venue blew away us and all our guests. Do yourself a favor and get married here.
Reviewed on 26-08-2016
Liz Castaldo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-07-2016
Our wedding at Buttermilk Falls Inn was a dream come true. from the first time we set foot on the property we knew this was the perfect place for our wedding. It is a truly unique place nestled into the woods on the Hudson River and is part B&B and part farm with orchards, gardens, and some adorable llamas and goats and other animals. The entire inn and grounds are gorgeous and bountiful with life and natural beauty. Michael, the event coordinator, was wonderful and made the process of planning the event easy and enjoyable. He guided us through the entire process and then on the day of the wedding, he was there to make sure everything ran smoothly, which it did. Michael also directed our wedding rehearsal and set up the rehearsal dinner the evening before the wedding. We had our ceremony on the patio overlooking the Hudson River and our reception in the barn event space, which we were able to decorate the day before and the morning of. Catering is done by the on site restaurant, Henry's, and the food was amazing. We had so many choices and were not tied to a specific wedding package so we were able to get exactly what we wanted. And we liked that they use as many local and sustainable ingredients as possible. Our guests raved about everything! We spent the weekend at Pony's Pad, one of the several guest houses at Buttermilk Falls which was super comfortable. The day after the wedding we got massages after breakfast and spent the day at the spa. We couldn't be happier with our experience and we look forward to spending an anniversary or two at Buttermilk falls Inn in the future.
Reviewed on 09-08-2016
Wedding Date 02-07-2016
Our wedding at Buttermilk Falls Inn was a dream come true. from the first time we set foot on the property we knew this was the perfect place for our wedding. It is a truly unique place nestled into the woods on the Hudson River and is part B&B and part farm with orchards, gardens, and some adorable llamas and goats and other animals. The entire inn and grounds are gorgeous and bountiful with life and natural beauty. Michael, the event coordinator, was wonderful and made the process of planning the event easy and enjoyable. He guided us through the entire process and then on the day of the wedding, he was there to make sure everything ran smoothly, which it did. Michael also directed our wedding rehearsal and set up the rehearsal dinner the evening before the wedding. We had our ceremony on the patio overlooking the Hudson River and our reception in the barn event space, which we were able to decorate the day before and the morning of. Catering is done by the on site restaurant, Henry's, and the food was amazing. We had so many choices and were not tied to a specific wedding package so we were able to get exactly what we wanted. And we liked that they use as many local and sustainable ingredients as possible. Our guests raved about everything! We spent the weekend at Pony's Pad, one of the several guest houses at Buttermilk Falls which was super comfortable. The day after the wedding we got massages after breakfast and spent the day at the spa. We couldn't be happier with our experience and we look forward to spending an anniversary or two at Buttermilk falls Inn in the future.
Reviewed on 09-08-2016
Doug Smith (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-04-2015
Buttermilk Falls Inn executed our three (3) wedding events flawlessly. The wedding coordinator Michael Elbe was incredible and attentive to every detail throughout the entire process. He was always responsive and remembered all of the small things to make our wedding weekend a success. The staff that he managed provided excellent service. The chef and his team served amazing food.\r\rThe food all weekend was spot on and we received numerous compliments from our guests. The setting of Buttermilk itself is amazing and all of the guests were in awe of the property. Overall Buttermilk and Michael Elbe went above and beyond throughout the entire wedding weekend. We couldn't speak more highly of their capability to host and execute a wonderful wedding reception and additional events.
Reviewed on 25-04-2015
Wedding Date 18-04-2015
Buttermilk Falls Inn executed our three (3) wedding events flawlessly. The wedding coordinator Michael Elbe was incredible and attentive to every detail throughout the entire process. He was always responsive and remembered all of the small things to make our wedding weekend a success. The staff that he managed provided excellent service. The chef and his team served amazing food.\r\rThe food all weekend was spot on and we received numerous compliments from our guests. The setting of Buttermilk itself is amazing and all of the guests were in awe of the property. Overall Buttermilk and Michael Elbe went above and beyond throughout the entire wedding weekend. We couldn't speak more highly of their capability to host and execute a wonderful wedding reception and additional events.
Reviewed on 25-04-2015
Tami Miller (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-10-2014
We had the wedding of our dreams here. All aspects of the planning with Michael were handled with great care and attention. I felt truly cared for even though we were a small wedding of 45 people which was usually met with disinterest when we contacted other venues. From our first email interactions to the days before the wedding, Michael was quick to reply and took care of everything we needed. When details did not go exactly as planned, Michael brought it to our attention quickly and gave us solutions for making it better. The views at Buttermilk are exceptional and made for pictures and memories that will last forever. The food was excellent, the ambiance of the barn was beautiful, and the friendliness of the staff was appreciated by all of our guests. We stayed in Pony's Pad which was an ideal room for us so we both had our own floors to get ready on and there is a beautiful patio to take pictures from without seeing other guests before the ceremony. I look forward to coming back and celebrating our anniversaries with a fire, dinner at Henry's, and a massage at the spa.
Reviewed on 05-11-2014
Wedding Date 18-10-2014
We had the wedding of our dreams here. All aspects of the planning with Michael were handled with great care and attention. I felt truly cared for even though we were a small wedding of 45 people which was usually met with disinterest when we contacted other venues. From our first email interactions to the days before the wedding, Michael was quick to reply and took care of everything we needed. When details did not go exactly as planned, Michael brought it to our attention quickly and gave us solutions for making it better. The views at Buttermilk are exceptional and made for pictures and memories that will last forever. The food was excellent, the ambiance of the barn was beautiful, and the friendliness of the staff was appreciated by all of our guests. We stayed in Pony's Pad which was an ideal room for us so we both had our own floors to get ready on and there is a beautiful patio to take pictures from without seeing other guests before the ceremony. I look forward to coming back and celebrating our anniversaries with a fire, dinner at Henry's, and a massage at the spa.
Reviewed on 05-11-2014
paul wexler (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-07-2013
If you are looking for a fairytale wedding this is your place! The minute you take a look at the Buttermilk Falls Inn you will fall in love. It's 70 plus acres are amazingly beautiful as are each room in the inn as well as houses. Our wedding looked like something out of a fairytale wedding. It was a beautifully adorned tent perched right on the Hudson. If you are looking for a unique and truly special place this is it. The food was remarkable with all farm fresh ingredients crafted to our preferences and the hardwork and dedication by Pat and Michael who you should contact CAN NOT be surpassed. The attention to detail was remarkable and they are simply wonderful people. We have had nothing but rave reviews about our wedding site and how special our wedding weekend was. There is truly something for everyone there. The children love the animals on the property including the peacocks which are amazing. Some of our guests just liked visiting the spa, while others just walked around and took pics of the landscapes. We can not wait to get back up there and encourage anyone looking for a wedding that isn't cookie utter and truly special to take a drive up. You will be very grateful you did.
Reviewed on 19-08-2013
Wedding Date 20-07-2013
If you are looking for a fairytale wedding this is your place! The minute you take a look at the Buttermilk Falls Inn you will fall in love. It's 70 plus acres are amazingly beautiful as are each room in the inn as well as houses. Our wedding looked like something out of a fairytale wedding. It was a beautifully adorned tent perched right on the Hudson. If you are looking for a unique and truly special place this is it. The food was remarkable with all farm fresh ingredients crafted to our preferences and the hardwork and dedication by Pat and Michael who you should contact CAN NOT be surpassed. The attention to detail was remarkable and they are simply wonderful people. We have had nothing but rave reviews about our wedding site and how special our wedding weekend was. There is truly something for everyone there. The children love the animals on the property including the peacocks which are amazing. Some of our guests just liked visiting the spa, while others just walked around and took pics of the landscapes. We can not wait to get back up there and encourage anyone looking for a wedding that isn't cookie utter and truly special to take a drive up. You will be very grateful you did.
Reviewed on 19-08-2013
Alissa Berliner (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-06-2012
Exceeded my expectations beyond my wildest dreams- highly recommend!
Reviewed on 29-01-2013
Wedding Date 23-06-2012
Exceeded my expectations beyond my wildest dreams- highly recommend!
Reviewed on 29-01-2013
Michelle Torres (bride) 3 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-06-2011
If I had to rate Buttermilk Falls just on my wedding day, I might have given them 4 or 5 stars. However, our dealings with the venue were so awful prior to the wedding that our overall experience suffered.\r\rThe Good:\rOur wedding weekend was beautiful and the staff was accomodating. We had the Inn and the grounds for the entire weekend, so it was a mini vacation our guests. The grounds of Buttermilk Falls are spectacular and the Inn is pretty adorable. The guests raved about the place all weekend. If you want to turn your wedding into a whole weekend of fun, Buttermilk Falls is a place you should consider. \r\rThe Bad:\rThe business practices of the management of Buttermilk Falls were pretty suspect and shady throughout the entire planning process. The manager through whom we booked the venue was fired about 2 months after we signed out contract and our deposit was submitted (we booked our venue about 13 months ahead of time). We got in touch with the new manager about 4 months after we booked requesting a copy of our contract (we had a copy and Buttermilk Fall's standard contract did not require a countersignature by them, but we just wanted to make sure we were on their radar because we hadn't heard anything from them about our wedding or the new management). We communicated with the new manager via email, but it took him a month to finally send the contract. When we received the contract back, there was a post-it note stuck to it asking us to initial new changes they had made and send back. One of those changes was one ending our wedding an hour prior than the agreed upon time (10pm rather than 11pm). We told them that we wouldn't accept the changes since we signed their form contract and our deposit was cashed 5 or 6 months prior, to which they responded that we could have our wedding somewhere else. After cooler heads prevailed, they agreed to honor the contract terms, but then began to sneak in new rules and fees that weren't mentioned or contemplated in the contract (a $300 dishwashing fee if we had our after party in the restaurant, a prohibition of having an after party in one of the houses on the property even though the former manager assured us that it was fine, etc.) \r\rIn addition, we had the choice to have the Inn or our wedding caterer (Main Course) cater the rehearsal bbq. We waited for months for the proposal from Buttermilk and ultimately decided to go with Main Course. Then, about 4 months before our wedding, and even though our contract explicitly stated that we would have exclusive use of the property from Friday at check-in to Sunday at checkout,they told us that because we decided to not use the Inn's catering service, they were going to keep the on-site restaurant open to make up lost profits (their actual words) and, even though we were promised the restaurant if case of rain, we would have to pay to tent the patio. We had enough at this point, and sent the manager a pretty stern e-mail threatening litigation for breach of contract. They finally agreed to honor the contract, and the new manager was fired about a month before our wedding (not sure if our wedding had anything to do with it). Things went smoother after that.\r\rBottom line:\rThe place is gorgeous, but we lived in fear that something was going to go horribly wrong up until the wedding day. If you book here, make sure EVERYTHING is in the contract, because they may try to sneak in new terms that benefit them.
Reviewed on 07-10-2011
24 Reviews, with a Rating of 4.42 out of 5.0Wedding Date 11-06-2011
If I had to rate Buttermilk Falls just on my wedding day, I might have given them 4 or 5 stars. However, our dealings with the venue were so awful prior to the wedding that our overall experience suffered.\r\rThe Good:\rOur wedding weekend was beautiful and the staff was accomodating. We had the Inn and the grounds for the entire weekend, so it was a mini vacation our guests. The grounds of Buttermilk Falls are spectacular and the Inn is pretty adorable. The guests raved about the place all weekend. If you want to turn your wedding into a whole weekend of fun, Buttermilk Falls is a place you should consider. \r\rThe Bad:\rThe business practices of the management of Buttermilk Falls were pretty suspect and shady throughout the entire planning process. The manager through whom we booked the venue was fired about 2 months after we signed out contract and our deposit was submitted (we booked our venue about 13 months ahead of time). We got in touch with the new manager about 4 months after we booked requesting a copy of our contract (we had a copy and Buttermilk Fall's standard contract did not require a countersignature by them, but we just wanted to make sure we were on their radar because we hadn't heard anything from them about our wedding or the new management). We communicated with the new manager via email, but it took him a month to finally send the contract. When we received the contract back, there was a post-it note stuck to it asking us to initial new changes they had made and send back. One of those changes was one ending our wedding an hour prior than the agreed upon time (10pm rather than 11pm). We told them that we wouldn't accept the changes since we signed their form contract and our deposit was cashed 5 or 6 months prior, to which they responded that we could have our wedding somewhere else. After cooler heads prevailed, they agreed to honor the contract terms, but then began to sneak in new rules and fees that weren't mentioned or contemplated in the contract (a $300 dishwashing fee if we had our after party in the restaurant, a prohibition of having an after party in one of the houses on the property even though the former manager assured us that it was fine, etc.) \r\rIn addition, we had the choice to have the Inn or our wedding caterer (Main Course) cater the rehearsal bbq. We waited for months for the proposal from Buttermilk and ultimately decided to go with Main Course. Then, about 4 months before our wedding, and even though our contract explicitly stated that we would have exclusive use of the property from Friday at check-in to Sunday at checkout,they told us that because we decided to not use the Inn's catering service, they were going to keep the on-site restaurant open to make up lost profits (their actual words) and, even though we were promised the restaurant if case of rain, we would have to pay to tent the patio. We had enough at this point, and sent the manager a pretty stern e-mail threatening litigation for breach of contract. They finally agreed to honor the contract, and the new manager was fired about a month before our wedding (not sure if our wedding had anything to do with it). Things went smoother after that.\r\rBottom line:\rThe place is gorgeous, but we lived in fear that something was going to go horribly wrong up until the wedding day. If you book here, make sure EVERYTHING is in the contract, because they may try to sneak in new terms that benefit them.
Reviewed on 07-10-2011
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