Cortlandt Colonial Manor
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About This Vendor
Newly Renovated with Private Garden and Waterfalls
Located in the Upper Westchester County town of Cortlandt Manor, NY, the Cortlandt Colonial Manor is a family-owned wedding venue. Since 1978, couples have celebrated their milestone day surrounded by the natural beauty of the grounds here. Owner Evan Liaskos works one-on-one with each couple that walks through the doors, helping them to bring their dream to life. Evan is the second-generation owner of Cortlandt Colonial Manor, and understands the importance of listening carefully to every guest. From an initial walkthrough of the space to saying goodbye after the reception, he is there to support you every step of the way. He is also happy to help couples outside of New York plan their wedding here. The event spaces at Cortlandt Colonial Manor embody the idea of simple sophistication, from the gazebo and the gardens to the chandeliers in the ballroom. Your day can begin in the airy get-ready area, where you put the finishing touches to your wedding day finery. From here, you can make your way to the gazebo to exchange your vows. A 75-foot rock waterfall offers gentle accompaniment to the magic, with the gardens providing a beautiful backdrop to photos. In the ballroom, you can celebrate with up to 200 guests. Just one wedding at a time is held here, so you can relax in the exclusivity of the affair. Evan and his team have all-inclusive packages that you can choose from, which are tailored to your needs. There is also a complimentary shuttle service to take your guests to overnight accommodation in the Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites in Peekskill, NY.
Amenities & Details
Ceremony Area, Covered Outdoors Space, Dressing Room, Handicap Accessible, Indoor Event Space, Liability Insurance, On-Site Accommodations, Outdoor Event Space, Reception Area, Wireless Internet
Guest CapacityUp to 200
Ceremony TypesCivil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony
Venue Service OfferingsBar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Food & Catering, Planning, Se Habla Español, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff, Transportation, Shuttle Service
SettingsBallroom, Beach, Waterfront, Garden, Restaurant, Tented
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View PricesCortlandt Colonial Manor Reviews
Samantha Cedeno (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-06-2018
This was the most perfect place for our June wedding. Evan was a dream to work with from the first time we met. On our first visit, he offered us a tasting and went above and beyond to get to know us and to stress that his goal was to make our wedding fit us. He answered all our questions, helped us plan everything, lent us vases for our centerpieces, and was so unbelievably knowledgeable and helpful. The staff at Cortlandt Colonial is so professional and kind, and the food is unbelievable. My only regret is not being able to enjoy all the food at cocktail hour after hearing how our guests raved about it. I keep trying to encourage friends to marry there so I can go back!!
Reviewed on 21-08-2018
Wedding Date 29-06-2018
This was the most perfect place for our June wedding. Evan was a dream to work with from the first time we met. On our first visit, he offered us a tasting and went above and beyond to get to know us and to stress that his goal was to make our wedding fit us. He answered all our questions, helped us plan everything, lent us vases for our centerpieces, and was so unbelievably knowledgeable and helpful. The staff at Cortlandt Colonial is so professional and kind, and the food is unbelievable. My only regret is not being able to enjoy all the food at cocktail hour after hearing how our guests raved about it. I keep trying to encourage friends to marry there so I can go back!!
Reviewed on 21-08-2018
Stephanie Della Rocca (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
I cannot say enough good things about Evan or the staff at cortlandt colonial manor. He was so helpful though out the planning process and took such special care of everyone on our big day. So many guests have commented on how wonderful the food and especially the dessert was - seriously add the warm cookie bar - it's worth it. I will keep this venue in mind for all big events going forward!
Reviewed on 07-09-2023
I cannot say enough good things about Evan or the staff at cortlandt colonial manor. He was so helpful though out the planning process and took such special care of everyone on our big day. So many guests have commented on how wonderful the food and especially the dessert was - seriously add the warm cookie bar - it's worth it. I will keep this venue in mind for all big events going forward!
Reviewed on 07-09-2023
Nicole Paese (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
We had the most amazing time at our wedding. Evan and all of the staff there were excellent. The venue is beautiful. The food was phenomenal. The cocktail hour and Viennese hour were unbelievable. They gave us our fairytale wedding. We were so happy we had our wedding there. We have so many unforgettable memories. Our guests all had a wonderful time.
Reviewed on 04-09-2023
We had the most amazing time at our wedding. Evan and all of the staff there were excellent. The venue is beautiful. The food was phenomenal. The cocktail hour and Viennese hour were unbelievable. They gave us our fairytale wedding. We were so happy we had our wedding there. We have so many unforgettable memories. Our guests all had a wonderful time.
Reviewed on 04-09-2023
Katelyn McKeon (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Had my wedding here last week. I had an amazing experience. Evan was super helpful and attentive leading up to the wedding as well as the day of. I've had guests raving about the venue, food, and service all week. Highly recommend checking them out!
Reviewed on 30-07-2023
Had my wedding here last week. I had an amazing experience. Evan was super helpful and attentive leading up to the wedding as well as the day of. I've had guests raving about the venue, food, and service all week. Highly recommend checking them out!
Reviewed on 30-07-2023
Colleen Pezzello (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-11-2022
I’m not sure where to start for this absolutely incredible experience. Judje and I had the wedding of our dreams at Cortlandt Colonial Restaurant & Ballroom. When beginning to look around for venues, I had done a quick Google search for places which accommodate small weddings in NY. Cortlandt Colonial Restaurant & Ballroom was the first venue I chose to peruse as they host small and large. I decided to call, and the minute I spoke with Evan (who was very quick to respond), I knew we had found our location. To begin with, Evan is a kind, lovely and patient man, who genuinely wants to make your event PERFECT. Honestly, absolutely everything provided exceeded our hopes and expectations. The entire process of planning was so easy – made seamless by Evan. Evan was always quick to respond, making communication simple. All aspects of the contract were clearly explained, and the timeline / due dates were easy to follow. The table settings were gorgeous, the drinks were perfect, and the plated meals and their presentation were outstanding. I love that Cortlandt Colonial Restaurant & Ballroom packages include the linens, plates, silverware, glassware, gratuities, and other fees – we didn’t have to stress about a thing! Speaking of the packages offered, Cortlandt Colonial Restaurant & Ballroom has amazing options for any budget! The staff were amazing and kind to everyone, and treated us, literally, like royalty. Our friends and family raved about how incredible everything was, saying it was the perfect mix of class and unpretentiousness. A million thanks to Evan, and his incredible team for giving us an unbelievable day, and memories we will cherish for a lifetime.With much gratitude,The Pezzello’s
Reviewed on 14-11-2022
Wedding Date 12-11-2022
I’m not sure where to start for this absolutely incredible experience. Judje and I had the wedding of our dreams at Cortlandt Colonial Restaurant & Ballroom. When beginning to look around for venues, I had done a quick Google search for places which accommodate small weddings in NY. Cortlandt Colonial Restaurant & Ballroom was the first venue I chose to peruse as they host small and large. I decided to call, and the minute I spoke with Evan (who was very quick to respond), I knew we had found our location. To begin with, Evan is a kind, lovely and patient man, who genuinely wants to make your event PERFECT. Honestly, absolutely everything provided exceeded our hopes and expectations. The entire process of planning was so easy – made seamless by Evan. Evan was always quick to respond, making communication simple. All aspects of the contract were clearly explained, and the timeline / due dates were easy to follow. The table settings were gorgeous, the drinks were perfect, and the plated meals and their presentation were outstanding. I love that Cortlandt Colonial Restaurant & Ballroom packages include the linens, plates, silverware, glassware, gratuities, and other fees – we didn’t have to stress about a thing! Speaking of the packages offered, Cortlandt Colonial Restaurant & Ballroom has amazing options for any budget! The staff were amazing and kind to everyone, and treated us, literally, like royalty. Our friends and family raved about how incredible everything was, saying it was the perfect mix of class and unpretentiousness. A million thanks to Evan, and his incredible team for giving us an unbelievable day, and memories we will cherish for a lifetime.With much gratitude,The Pezzello’s
Reviewed on 14-11-2022
Emily Fonseca (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-10-2022
I truly cannot recommend this venue enough! Not only is the location beautiful and affordable, but Evan is an incredibly helpful event coordinator who took our wedding beyond our expectations. Our guests were raving about the amount and quality of the food as well as the pacing of the evening. Evan was available on his cell phone whenever I had any questions no matter how big or small. He was the most attentive maitre d’ on the day of the wedding and made sure everything went smoothly for us. My husband and I are so grateful for Evan and the Cortlandt Colonial!
Reviewed on 20-10-2022
Wedding Date 14-10-2022
I truly cannot recommend this venue enough! Not only is the location beautiful and affordable, but Evan is an incredibly helpful event coordinator who took our wedding beyond our expectations. Our guests were raving about the amount and quality of the food as well as the pacing of the evening. Evan was available on his cell phone whenever I had any questions no matter how big or small. He was the most attentive maitre d’ on the day of the wedding and made sure everything went smoothly for us. My husband and I are so grateful for Evan and the Cortlandt Colonial!
Reviewed on 20-10-2022
Erica Muniz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-05-2022
I got married at CCM May 14th 2022, and I have to say hands down everything was incredible! Working with Evan has been an absolute honor and privilege. He is exceptional and goes above and beyond. He even knows how to bustle a dress and isn’t afraid to help (by the way, thanks again Evan!). Our guests were blown away by the cocktail hour and dinner. What was even more impressive in when seconds were offered. Evan is so incredibly attentive he saw when my husband and I were going to finish our drinks, and immediately replenished it. The entire staff and team at CCM are as equally incredible. All of them are so warm, welcoming and delivery exceptional customer service. The venue is BEAUTIFUL. Our theme was garden party and this venue delivered! From the beautiful well manicured landscape of the gardens to the breathtaking cascading waterfall…it made our wedding day perfect, and impressed all of our guests! Some of our guests were so impressed that they have actually returned for dinner. As for my husband and I, we are lucky to live 10 minutes away from this venue and look forward to having many dinners there in the future.
Reviewed on 03-08-2022
Wedding Date 14-05-2022
I got married at CCM May 14th 2022, and I have to say hands down everything was incredible! Working with Evan has been an absolute honor and privilege. He is exceptional and goes above and beyond. He even knows how to bustle a dress and isn’t afraid to help (by the way, thanks again Evan!). Our guests were blown away by the cocktail hour and dinner. What was even more impressive in when seconds were offered. Evan is so incredibly attentive he saw when my husband and I were going to finish our drinks, and immediately replenished it. The entire staff and team at CCM are as equally incredible. All of them are so warm, welcoming and delivery exceptional customer service. The venue is BEAUTIFUL. Our theme was garden party and this venue delivered! From the beautiful well manicured landscape of the gardens to the breathtaking cascading waterfall…it made our wedding day perfect, and impressed all of our guests! Some of our guests were so impressed that they have actually returned for dinner. As for my husband and I, we are lucky to live 10 minutes away from this venue and look forward to having many dinners there in the future.
Reviewed on 03-08-2022
Samantha Vogelsberg (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-06-2022
I cannot sing enough praises for this beautiful venue and the amazing Evan!! Throughout the whole process, he always had a kind word, thoughtful advice, or a funny little quip to help ease the anxieties. The day of the wedding, he saw the stress on my face and he would look at me with a smile and say \"Hey, if I'm not worried than you don't need to be worried.\" The day would not have been nearly as smooth if it wasn't for him. All of our guests told us how beautiful the garden was and the food was absolutely delicious!! We definitely want to come back for dinner! Thanks again, Evan!!
Reviewed on 11-07-2022
Wedding Date 26-06-2022
I cannot sing enough praises for this beautiful venue and the amazing Evan!! Throughout the whole process, he always had a kind word, thoughtful advice, or a funny little quip to help ease the anxieties. The day of the wedding, he saw the stress on my face and he would look at me with a smile and say \"Hey, if I'm not worried than you don't need to be worried.\" The day would not have been nearly as smooth if it wasn't for him. All of our guests told us how beautiful the garden was and the food was absolutely delicious!! We definitely want to come back for dinner! Thanks again, Evan!!
Reviewed on 11-07-2022
Sara P (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-04-2022
WOW! I can't even find the words to express how amazing our wedding at Cortlandt Colonial Manor was. Evan was such a pleasure to work with, he was so helpful with everything from helping us plan the wedding all the way from Mississippi, to making sure the whole evening ran smoothly. Evan and his team always made sure we were taken care of. During cocktail hour they brought endless appetizers and drinks to the bridal suite while we were signing the marriage license and getting people organized for photos. All of our guests were raving about the food, most of them thought cocktail hour was the the main meal considering there was a huge variety of 35 different appetizers available, all of which were delicious! Many wished they had saved more room for the 3 course dinner, which was cooked absolutely perfectly. They even came around with platters of all 3 entrées after people finished eating in case they wanted seconds or wanted to try one of the other entrées, I mean, what other venue does that?? We were honestly kind of skeptical of what we were getting into considering how affordable the venue is, but even with all of the wonderful reviews, our wedding far exceeded our expectations. The venue is beautiful, we got married under the gazebo and all of our guests loved taking pictures by the waterfall. The dance floor had plenty of room for all of our guests, and the different colored lighting gave it an awesome party atmosphere. Evan recommended our photographer and DJ, both of whom who did a great job and were very nice to work with. We can't thank Evan enough for helping create the most perfect wedding day for us, and if you're even considering CCM for your wedding, I'd suggest looking no further!
Reviewed on 25-05-2022
Wedding Date 30-04-2022
WOW! I can't even find the words to express how amazing our wedding at Cortlandt Colonial Manor was. Evan was such a pleasure to work with, he was so helpful with everything from helping us plan the wedding all the way from Mississippi, to making sure the whole evening ran smoothly. Evan and his team always made sure we were taken care of. During cocktail hour they brought endless appetizers and drinks to the bridal suite while we were signing the marriage license and getting people organized for photos. All of our guests were raving about the food, most of them thought cocktail hour was the the main meal considering there was a huge variety of 35 different appetizers available, all of which were delicious! Many wished they had saved more room for the 3 course dinner, which was cooked absolutely perfectly. They even came around with platters of all 3 entrées after people finished eating in case they wanted seconds or wanted to try one of the other entrées, I mean, what other venue does that?? We were honestly kind of skeptical of what we were getting into considering how affordable the venue is, but even with all of the wonderful reviews, our wedding far exceeded our expectations. The venue is beautiful, we got married under the gazebo and all of our guests loved taking pictures by the waterfall. The dance floor had plenty of room for all of our guests, and the different colored lighting gave it an awesome party atmosphere. Evan recommended our photographer and DJ, both of whom who did a great job and were very nice to work with. We can't thank Evan enough for helping create the most perfect wedding day for us, and if you're even considering CCM for your wedding, I'd suggest looking no further!
Reviewed on 25-05-2022
Krista Feinson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-04-2022
Cortlandt Colonial Manor was an absolutely amazing venue to get married at!! Evan and his team went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly and that everyone's needs were taken care of. Evan and his team treated us like family.The food was out of this world! Our guests raved that they had never been to a wedding with such a large selection of food and how great it was. Also, they offer second helpings!The venue is absolutely beautiful! We had our ceremony outdoors in the garden and they had turned the waterfall on. It was very magical! We were blown away at how affordable it was for how much it includes. Evan was so helpful and helped us have the best day of our lives.We highly recommend this venue!!
Reviewed on 17-04-2022
Wedding Date 02-04-2022
Cortlandt Colonial Manor was an absolutely amazing venue to get married at!! Evan and his team went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly and that everyone's needs were taken care of. Evan and his team treated us like family.The food was out of this world! Our guests raved that they had never been to a wedding with such a large selection of food and how great it was. Also, they offer second helpings!The venue is absolutely beautiful! We had our ceremony outdoors in the garden and they had turned the waterfall on. It was very magical! We were blown away at how affordable it was for how much it includes. Evan was so helpful and helped us have the best day of our lives.We highly recommend this venue!!
Reviewed on 17-04-2022
April Young (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-10-2021
Cortlandt Colonial did an amazing job with our wedding. They made my entire day run seamlessly and all of my guests could not stop telling me what an amazing venue it was. The staff are extremely friendly and care about making sure you have everything you need and the food was great. I have never seen so many appetizers during a cocktail party. The owner Evan is extremely knowledgeable and helpful with anything you need in planning. He recommended my DJ, photographer, Officient, florist and baker. All of them were amazing and made my day the best day ever. I would not have changed a thing. You will not be disappointed and the price is very reasonable as well
Reviewed on 31-10-2021
Wedding Date 30-10-2021
Cortlandt Colonial did an amazing job with our wedding. They made my entire day run seamlessly and all of my guests could not stop telling me what an amazing venue it was. The staff are extremely friendly and care about making sure you have everything you need and the food was great. I have never seen so many appetizers during a cocktail party. The owner Evan is extremely knowledgeable and helpful with anything you need in planning. He recommended my DJ, photographer, Officient, florist and baker. All of them were amazing and made my day the best day ever. I would not have changed a thing. You will not be disappointed and the price is very reasonable as well
Reviewed on 31-10-2021
Stephanie Seiler (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-12-2020
I would highly recommend Cortland Colonial Manor. From the moment we toured the venue we knew we had to have our wedding there. Working with Evan was a fabulous experience . The service was wonderful, food was spectacular and our guest had the best time. Everything was perfect! Evan went above and beyond to ensure safety for all guests during the pandemic. Everyone raved about what a beautiful wedding we had. Thank you so much for making our wedding day so amazing and the best day of our lives!
Reviewed on 16-12-2020
Wedding Date 05-12-2020
I would highly recommend Cortland Colonial Manor. From the moment we toured the venue we knew we had to have our wedding there. Working with Evan was a fabulous experience . The service was wonderful, food was spectacular and our guest had the best time. Everything was perfect! Evan went above and beyond to ensure safety for all guests during the pandemic. Everyone raved about what a beautiful wedding we had. Thank you so much for making our wedding day so amazing and the best day of our lives!
Reviewed on 16-12-2020
Melanie Bello (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-09-2020
Perfect place to get married. The venue is beautiful. The staff is amazing. The owner Evan is really a great person to work with. He is very helpful and attentive. I am so happy to have gotten married at the Cortlandt Colonial Manor! I couldn't have asked for a more perfect day. I will be forever grateful for Evan and his staff.
Reviewed on 05-11-2020
Wedding Date 27-09-2020
Perfect place to get married. The venue is beautiful. The staff is amazing. The owner Evan is really a great person to work with. He is very helpful and attentive. I am so happy to have gotten married at the Cortlandt Colonial Manor! I couldn't have asked for a more perfect day. I will be forever grateful for Evan and his staff.
Reviewed on 05-11-2020
Anthony Acocella (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-10-2019
WOW...Amazing...The Best!!! Evan and his staff catered our wedding this October 2019. Evan's attention to detail, his organization and his friendly and extremely helpful personality all made our dream come true. If You have any type of event, especially a wedding, and are looking for a classy and beautiful venue, look no further and check this place out. It’s convenient to all local transportation and located in beautiful Westchester County NY. It has amazing and delicious food. Cortlandt Colonial Manor has an outstanding staff and is situated with beautiful outdoor areas, a waterfall and large banquet hall. Although we didn't spend time in the restaurant area, it looks beautiful and cozy and we hope to come back to have dinner there soon.We couldn't have asked for anything better. The day went perfect. The food was amazing (We heard from all our guests who raved about it)Thank you so much Evan and the staff at Cortlandt Colonial Manor. We will be back to have dinner and brunch soon!!Best,Anthony & Natalee
Reviewed on 23-10-2019
Wedding Date 12-10-2019
WOW...Amazing...The Best!!! Evan and his staff catered our wedding this October 2019. Evan's attention to detail, his organization and his friendly and extremely helpful personality all made our dream come true. If You have any type of event, especially a wedding, and are looking for a classy and beautiful venue, look no further and check this place out. It’s convenient to all local transportation and located in beautiful Westchester County NY. It has amazing and delicious food. Cortlandt Colonial Manor has an outstanding staff and is situated with beautiful outdoor areas, a waterfall and large banquet hall. Although we didn't spend time in the restaurant area, it looks beautiful and cozy and we hope to come back to have dinner there soon.We couldn't have asked for anything better. The day went perfect. The food was amazing (We heard from all our guests who raved about it)Thank you so much Evan and the staff at Cortlandt Colonial Manor. We will be back to have dinner and brunch soon!!Best,Anthony & Natalee
Reviewed on 23-10-2019
Danielle Beaumont (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-09-2019
Evan and his team did a phenomenal job with our wedding. They made us a special menu to incorporate both of our cultures. The staff checked in on us again and again to make sure we had food, drinks, and anything else we needed. The reception was beautiful, the ceremony was gorgeous, and everyone raved about the food. I can’t recommend Cortlandt Colonial enough.
Reviewed on 03-09-2019
Wedding Date 01-09-2019
Evan and his team did a phenomenal job with our wedding. They made us a special menu to incorporate both of our cultures. The staff checked in on us again and again to make sure we had food, drinks, and anything else we needed. The reception was beautiful, the ceremony was gorgeous, and everyone raved about the food. I can’t recommend Cortlandt Colonial enough.
Reviewed on 03-09-2019
Roy Liu (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-09-2018
Long overdue review of Cortlandt Colonial Manor. To us, it was important for our wedding ceremony/reception to be the only one going on at the time, and many of the wedding venues we visited before CCM that felt like wedding factories that held as many as 4 events on any given day. We were able to pick exactly what time our ceremony and reception would be. At our first visit, Evan laid out all the details of each (very reasonably-priced) package with no hidden fees or tricks. In fact, the package we chose offered so much food and service that we felt the need to cut down on a few courses and shorten our reception length. Knowing his background as a chef and in reading reviews of previous satisfied customers, we put our full faith in the food and booked the venue months before doing our menu tasting. Evan was involved but not obtrusive during the entire preparation process and made sure our wedding day ran smoothly even though we used vendors that were unfamiliar with the venue. During the final few days before the wedding, Evan was in constant communication with us and accommodated our last minute requests.On our wedding day, Evan and his team made sure everything ran smoothly. They allotted enough time for the florist and DJ for set up. From great weather to a great staff to satisfied guests, the day couldn't have gone better. To this day, our guests still rave about the eclectic spread that was prepared for cocktail hour and the subsequent 4 course dinner and over-the-top dessert presentation. A simple but beautiful wedding cake provided by a local bakery was included in our package, and it felt every bit as premium as any we've had. At the end of the night, there was a shuttle service for guests staying at the local Holiday Inn (discounted room block rates availabe)We highly recommend Cortlandt Colonial Manor to any couple who wants a small to medium-sized wedding (in my opinion, perfect for 75-150 guests) with excellent personalized service and unbeatable food and drink. Thank you Evan and the amazing team at CCM for an unforgettable day.
Reviewed on 24-02-2019
Wedding Date 15-09-2018
Long overdue review of Cortlandt Colonial Manor. To us, it was important for our wedding ceremony/reception to be the only one going on at the time, and many of the wedding venues we visited before CCM that felt like wedding factories that held as many as 4 events on any given day. We were able to pick exactly what time our ceremony and reception would be. At our first visit, Evan laid out all the details of each (very reasonably-priced) package with no hidden fees or tricks. In fact, the package we chose offered so much food and service that we felt the need to cut down on a few courses and shorten our reception length. Knowing his background as a chef and in reading reviews of previous satisfied customers, we put our full faith in the food and booked the venue months before doing our menu tasting. Evan was involved but not obtrusive during the entire preparation process and made sure our wedding day ran smoothly even though we used vendors that were unfamiliar with the venue. During the final few days before the wedding, Evan was in constant communication with us and accommodated our last minute requests.On our wedding day, Evan and his team made sure everything ran smoothly. They allotted enough time for the florist and DJ for set up. From great weather to a great staff to satisfied guests, the day couldn't have gone better. To this day, our guests still rave about the eclectic spread that was prepared for cocktail hour and the subsequent 4 course dinner and over-the-top dessert presentation. A simple but beautiful wedding cake provided by a local bakery was included in our package, and it felt every bit as premium as any we've had. At the end of the night, there was a shuttle service for guests staying at the local Holiday Inn (discounted room block rates availabe)We highly recommend Cortlandt Colonial Manor to any couple who wants a small to medium-sized wedding (in my opinion, perfect for 75-150 guests) with excellent personalized service and unbeatable food and drink. Thank you Evan and the amazing team at CCM for an unforgettable day.
Reviewed on 24-02-2019
Miranda Smith (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-09-2018
Evan was such a pleasure to work with! Cortlandt Colonial was beautiful and I am so happy I chose them to have my wedding! I have received so many compliments about how beautiful the place was, how great the food was, and how awesome Evan was throughout the evening from my guests, wedding party, and family! The cocktail hour was a HIT! Evan was great throughout the entire planning process and communicated well through text and phone. I would definitely have another event here!!
Reviewed on 05-10-2018
Wedding Date 29-09-2018
Evan was such a pleasure to work with! Cortlandt Colonial was beautiful and I am so happy I chose them to have my wedding! I have received so many compliments about how beautiful the place was, how great the food was, and how awesome Evan was throughout the evening from my guests, wedding party, and family! The cocktail hour was a HIT! Evan was great throughout the entire planning process and communicated well through text and phone. I would definitely have another event here!!
Reviewed on 05-10-2018
CJ Lunsford II (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-05-2018
I got married on May 27, 2018 and could not have picked a better wedding venue. From my first inquire email, the owner, Evan, was very helpful and the experience only got better. I planned my wedding from North Carolina. Whenever I was in NY, Evan always made time to see me. He made everything so easy and always made me feel like I was the only bride getting married that weekend, which was not at all true. The day of the wedding Evan made sure my husband and I ate and helped lead us through the night. Everything was seamless and smooth. The staff was wonderful and the food was incredible. The outside venue is absolutely gorgeous. I would definitely recommend Cortlandt Colonial Manor if you want to feel special on your big day and have a beautiful reception with amazing food and great service!
Reviewed on 07-07-2018
Wedding Date 27-05-2018
I got married on May 27, 2018 and could not have picked a better wedding venue. From my first inquire email, the owner, Evan, was very helpful and the experience only got better. I planned my wedding from North Carolina. Whenever I was in NY, Evan always made time to see me. He made everything so easy and always made me feel like I was the only bride getting married that weekend, which was not at all true. The day of the wedding Evan made sure my husband and I ate and helped lead us through the night. Everything was seamless and smooth. The staff was wonderful and the food was incredible. The outside venue is absolutely gorgeous. I would definitely recommend Cortlandt Colonial Manor if you want to feel special on your big day and have a beautiful reception with amazing food and great service!
Reviewed on 07-07-2018
Jennifer Medranda (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-06-2019
This is a great place to have your wedding.
Reviewed on 20-04-2018
Wedding Date 20-06-2019
This is a great place to have your wedding.
Reviewed on 20-04-2018
Stephanie Mason (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-01-2019
Cortlandt Colonial gave me the wedding of my dreams. I had a beautiful June wedding surrounded by family and friends. The ceremony took place under a lovely gazebo with a beautiful waterfall off to the side. Evan and his team made sure everything ran smoothly from day one to the wedding day. During the first meeting, Evan blew us away with the food and wedding package options, all being reasonably priced. Every package included an open bar within in the price. A few days before the wedding I dropped off the party favors and all the decorations I wanted on the tables and in the ballroom. When I arrived, everything was perfectly placed and looked amazing. I was so happy that his team decorated for me, it was one less thing to worry about. Before the wedding started, Evan talked to the wedding party and explained when to walk down and where to go (also extremely helpful). He made me feel relaxed with being completely organized throughout the day. \tAlong the lines of being organized, Evan gave recommendations for DJS & photographers that he previously has worked with and highly recommended. This narrowed down the process of trying to find professionals with great reviews. \tAfter the ceremony came the amazing cocktail hour. There were over 50 appetizers and they kept refilling them! There was something for everyone! My brother-in-law loved the shrimp and pineapple appetizer. The tacos were phenomenal (and Evan gave me my own personal plate of them!). My co-workers kept telling me how delicious the food was and left there stuffed. Friends that have gone to multiple wedding said mine was hands-down the best. There was so much food. After the cocktail hour came a salad, a pasta dish, and the main entree. The sole was a favorite on my husband’s side. My family preferred the prime rib. The team accommodated everyone by cooking the meat to people’s own preferences and even handing out seconds. \tFamily friends were so impressed with the wedding that they are planning on having their wedding at Cortlandt Colonial, which I highly recommended. If you want the wedding of your dreams and everything to run smoothly choose Cortlandt Colonial!
Reviewed on 03-11-2017
Wedding Date 04-01-2019
Cortlandt Colonial gave me the wedding of my dreams. I had a beautiful June wedding surrounded by family and friends. The ceremony took place under a lovely gazebo with a beautiful waterfall off to the side. Evan and his team made sure everything ran smoothly from day one to the wedding day. During the first meeting, Evan blew us away with the food and wedding package options, all being reasonably priced. Every package included an open bar within in the price. A few days before the wedding I dropped off the party favors and all the decorations I wanted on the tables and in the ballroom. When I arrived, everything was perfectly placed and looked amazing. I was so happy that his team decorated for me, it was one less thing to worry about. Before the wedding started, Evan talked to the wedding party and explained when to walk down and where to go (also extremely helpful). He made me feel relaxed with being completely organized throughout the day. \tAlong the lines of being organized, Evan gave recommendations for DJS & photographers that he previously has worked with and highly recommended. This narrowed down the process of trying to find professionals with great reviews. \tAfter the ceremony came the amazing cocktail hour. There were over 50 appetizers and they kept refilling them! There was something for everyone! My brother-in-law loved the shrimp and pineapple appetizer. The tacos were phenomenal (and Evan gave me my own personal plate of them!). My co-workers kept telling me how delicious the food was and left there stuffed. Friends that have gone to multiple wedding said mine was hands-down the best. There was so much food. After the cocktail hour came a salad, a pasta dish, and the main entree. The sole was a favorite on my husband’s side. My family preferred the prime rib. The team accommodated everyone by cooking the meat to people’s own preferences and even handing out seconds. \tFamily friends were so impressed with the wedding that they are planning on having their wedding at Cortlandt Colonial, which I highly recommended. If you want the wedding of your dreams and everything to run smoothly choose Cortlandt Colonial!
Reviewed on 03-11-2017
E Branchcomb (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-11-2016
We were married November 7, 2016 and as as we approach our 1 year Anniversary we are reflecting on the special moments and people that helped us capture our vision. We decided that our day would be memorable and on a Monday no less. Evan was our choice because of his integrity and charisma. He takes pride in providing his clients with a memorable event they treasure. He is honest, forthcoming and value conscious.We felt comfortable and at totally at ease from our initial consult to the big day! He was very responsive to our requests and accommodated the needs for our wedding coordinator and decor consultants. Overall the food was delicious and the service was excellent.We sought to have a brunch reception with a few twists; inspired by the fact that our favorite meal is breakfast and we wanted to offer the appeal of having traditional entrees like prime rib, grilled vegetables, smoked salmon, penne vodka - quite the brunch spread indeed! My husband has quite a few favorites but two standouts we loved are the omelette station and debuting Evans “Hot Diggity Donuts” totally decadent. The dining space was ample and fortunately it was a golden day which in November so we took full advantage of the outside courtyard for our family pictures. We heartily recommend Cortland Colonial and trust that you will not be disappointed.Peace & Blessings ~ Liz & John
Reviewed on 31-10-2017
Wedding Date 07-11-2016
We were married November 7, 2016 and as as we approach our 1 year Anniversary we are reflecting on the special moments and people that helped us capture our vision. We decided that our day would be memorable and on a Monday no less. Evan was our choice because of his integrity and charisma. He takes pride in providing his clients with a memorable event they treasure. He is honest, forthcoming and value conscious.We felt comfortable and at totally at ease from our initial consult to the big day! He was very responsive to our requests and accommodated the needs for our wedding coordinator and decor consultants. Overall the food was delicious and the service was excellent.We sought to have a brunch reception with a few twists; inspired by the fact that our favorite meal is breakfast and we wanted to offer the appeal of having traditional entrees like prime rib, grilled vegetables, smoked salmon, penne vodka - quite the brunch spread indeed! My husband has quite a few favorites but two standouts we loved are the omelette station and debuting Evans “Hot Diggity Donuts” totally decadent. The dining space was ample and fortunately it was a golden day which in November so we took full advantage of the outside courtyard for our family pictures. We heartily recommend Cortland Colonial and trust that you will not be disappointed.Peace & Blessings ~ Liz & John
Reviewed on 31-10-2017
Julie L (wedding party) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-12-2018
My daughter had her wedding at Cortlandt Colonial in June 2017. I am so happy she chose to have her reception here. We looked at several different venues in the area and there was no contest once she saw Cortlandt Colonial. The venue was amazing with an indoor and outdoor space for guests to enjoy, the waterfall, gazebo, and landscaping were gorgeous. The newly renovated bridal suite spacious and luxurious. Evan made my daughter feel like a princess, answering all of her many questions during what can become a stressful time, Evan made sure we ALL enjoyed the planning process as well. (YES the Mom of the Bride was even put at ease!) The day of the wedding guests went outside for the most incredible cocktail hour ever. The food and the amount of food offered to our guests was amazing. Our guest could not believe how many different Hors d'Oeuvres there were to choose from that were all delicious. Many guests still come up to me and say they had never had such great food at a wedding before. The dinner was delicious, and believe it or not they came around and offered seconds to everyone!!!!! Evan and his staff are so good at what they do. Everything ran so smoothly. Months later I have people still telling me what a great wedding it was and how much they enjoyed the food. I would 100% recommend Cortland Colonial for any wedding or party! As a matter of fact I have already booked them for a large banquet/annual sports dinner for later this year.
Reviewed on 29-10-2017
Wedding Date 29-12-2018
My daughter had her wedding at Cortlandt Colonial in June 2017. I am so happy she chose to have her reception here. We looked at several different venues in the area and there was no contest once she saw Cortlandt Colonial. The venue was amazing with an indoor and outdoor space for guests to enjoy, the waterfall, gazebo, and landscaping were gorgeous. The newly renovated bridal suite spacious and luxurious. Evan made my daughter feel like a princess, answering all of her many questions during what can become a stressful time, Evan made sure we ALL enjoyed the planning process as well. (YES the Mom of the Bride was even put at ease!) The day of the wedding guests went outside for the most incredible cocktail hour ever. The food and the amount of food offered to our guests was amazing. Our guest could not believe how many different Hors d'Oeuvres there were to choose from that were all delicious. Many guests still come up to me and say they had never had such great food at a wedding before. The dinner was delicious, and believe it or not they came around and offered seconds to everyone!!!!! Evan and his staff are so good at what they do. Everything ran so smoothly. Months later I have people still telling me what a great wedding it was and how much they enjoyed the food. I would 100% recommend Cortland Colonial for any wedding or party! As a matter of fact I have already booked them for a large banquet/annual sports dinner for later this year.
Reviewed on 29-10-2017
Melissa Heikkila (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-08-2017
If I could give more than 5 stars I would!! Evan and his ENTIRE STAFF were such a pleasure to deal with! Most places you get at least one staff member whose not thrilled to be there but that was not the case here! I even made sure we included them in our wedding pictures as they just added to our amazing day! From the very first email, to visiting the venue, taste testing, planning, and having our day, Evan made everything super relaxing and easy. He helped us with things not even related to his venue and made sure we were prepared for anything and everything! Just absolutely outstanding customer service! .... The venue itself was Beautiful!! I personally loved that everything was connected, the bridal suite, the banquet room, the cocktail pavilion and the garden with waterfalls and flowers etc. I've been to other venues that things are all separated and it just doesn't make sense to me, why walk a mile -in potential rain- to get to the ceremony to the cocktail hour etc? The DJ has a cubby also which makes it great so he's not sitting on the dance floor. Just overall a great layout! ..... now, most importantly...the food- was AMAZING! The amount of food and the variety is unbelievable!! I truly mean that, I was told by someone that was there prior to our wedding that they give you so much and I saw it on the brochures but until you're there enjoying it all you really have no idea! The pene ala vodka was a favorite (it's actually caused a friend of ours to want Cortlandt Colonial Manor as her wedding venue), but overall it's a nice thing to have your guests immediately tell you how impressed they are with the venue- even weeks following our wedding we received complements... we plan on doing our 10yr anniversary there and I can't wait! It has become a family favorite place for us!! I can guarantee anyone who chooses Cortlandt Colonial Manor as their venue, will not be disappointed!
Reviewed on 26-10-2017
Wedding Date 12-08-2017
If I could give more than 5 stars I would!! Evan and his ENTIRE STAFF were such a pleasure to deal with! Most places you get at least one staff member whose not thrilled to be there but that was not the case here! I even made sure we included them in our wedding pictures as they just added to our amazing day! From the very first email, to visiting the venue, taste testing, planning, and having our day, Evan made everything super relaxing and easy. He helped us with things not even related to his venue and made sure we were prepared for anything and everything! Just absolutely outstanding customer service! .... The venue itself was Beautiful!! I personally loved that everything was connected, the bridal suite, the banquet room, the cocktail pavilion and the garden with waterfalls and flowers etc. I've been to other venues that things are all separated and it just doesn't make sense to me, why walk a mile -in potential rain- to get to the ceremony to the cocktail hour etc? The DJ has a cubby also which makes it great so he's not sitting on the dance floor. Just overall a great layout! ..... now, most importantly...the food- was AMAZING! The amount of food and the variety is unbelievable!! I truly mean that, I was told by someone that was there prior to our wedding that they give you so much and I saw it on the brochures but until you're there enjoying it all you really have no idea! The pene ala vodka was a favorite (it's actually caused a friend of ours to want Cortlandt Colonial Manor as her wedding venue), but overall it's a nice thing to have your guests immediately tell you how impressed they are with the venue- even weeks following our wedding we received complements... we plan on doing our 10yr anniversary there and I can't wait! It has become a family favorite place for us!! I can guarantee anyone who chooses Cortlandt Colonial Manor as their venue, will not be disappointed!
Reviewed on 26-10-2017
Emily Lombardo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-06-2017
We cannot recommend the Cortlandt Colonial highly enough! From our very first visit, Evan was meticulous with every detail, almost serving as a mentor with all things wedding planning. It was such a relief to know that he had our best interest in heart. We visited many different wedding venues throughout Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, and Orange County. To us the choice was obvious; Cortlandt Colonial. Many venues operate multiple weddings at the same time. At the Cortlandt Colonial, we were the only one happening, thus we were priority number one. The price was extremely reasonable, the venue itself is wonderful with the extra outdoor space and even a cover if the weather is poor, the newly renovated bridal suite was luxurious, but possibly our favorite aspect is the fact that Cortlandt Colonial is also a restaurant. Now, every anniversary we can revisit the place where our dreams came true and have a special dinner. Not many wedding venues can say that. We recommend the Cortlandt Colonial to all, especially our family and friends, because we really want to go to another wedding there!
Reviewed on 26-10-2017
Wedding Date 03-06-2017
We cannot recommend the Cortlandt Colonial highly enough! From our very first visit, Evan was meticulous with every detail, almost serving as a mentor with all things wedding planning. It was such a relief to know that he had our best interest in heart. We visited many different wedding venues throughout Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, and Orange County. To us the choice was obvious; Cortlandt Colonial. Many venues operate multiple weddings at the same time. At the Cortlandt Colonial, we were the only one happening, thus we were priority number one. The price was extremely reasonable, the venue itself is wonderful with the extra outdoor space and even a cover if the weather is poor, the newly renovated bridal suite was luxurious, but possibly our favorite aspect is the fact that Cortlandt Colonial is also a restaurant. Now, every anniversary we can revisit the place where our dreams came true and have a special dinner. Not many wedding venues can say that. We recommend the Cortlandt Colonial to all, especially our family and friends, because we really want to go to another wedding there!
Reviewed on 26-10-2017
Maggie Herndon (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-10-2017
Cortlandt was amazing! People who hate weddings said this was the best wedding they have ever been to. The food was never ending. Evan gave such personal attention he was so accommodating. Any problems that came up as they do at any wedding Evan was there with a solution. I could not have asked for more. Thank you Evan and cortlandt for making my dream come true. Cannot recommend enough.
Reviewed on 26-10-2017
Wedding Date 21-10-2017
Cortlandt was amazing! People who hate weddings said this was the best wedding they have ever been to. The food was never ending. Evan gave such personal attention he was so accommodating. Any problems that came up as they do at any wedding Evan was there with a solution. I could not have asked for more. Thank you Evan and cortlandt for making my dream come true. Cannot recommend enough.
Reviewed on 26-10-2017
Kathleen Herndon (wedding party) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-12-2018
My daughter's wedding was a dream come true. Evan and his staff were out of this world. I have been inundated with compliments from our family and friends that it was the most lavish wedding they've been to. From 1st day of planning till our last goodbye it was spectacular! Don't even look anywhere else.
Reviewed on 24-10-2017
Wedding Date 24-12-2018
My daughter's wedding was a dream come true. Evan and his staff were out of this world. I have been inundated with compliments from our family and friends that it was the most lavish wedding they've been to. From 1st day of planning till our last goodbye it was spectacular! Don't even look anywhere else.
Reviewed on 24-10-2017
Genesis Pastor (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-11-2016
The perfect place to have your wedding!! We had an absolute perfect day, not only were we extremely blessed to have 60 degree weather in November, but Evan and his father George were the best you could ever ask for. Not only is Evan the owner of the place, but he is also the head chef and serves as the event coordinator/Maître D. The venue is beautiful; it’s in the middle of simple and extravagant. The outside gazebo area is beautiful. It has a waterfall and beautiful trees and flowers around. The food was ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING. Every one of guests said that it was the best steak they have ever had. And they are so generous, once everyone was done eating the main course; they came back around with trays of extra food so that everyone got a chance to taste all three options and they had so many delicious hors d'oeuvres. One of our guests said the only thing she has to say of the entire wedding was too much food! Lol. Everything that day came out perfect because of Evan and his team. The workers are there to help, they did not just serve. They helped our florist set up, they gave us our own personal server, and so much more. All packages are affordable and come with an open bar, and even though we got the most economical package, all drinks were amazingly prepared. We had cocktails, beer, wine, and even baileys at the end. They also have a bridal suite where we had our hors d'oeuvres and had time to relax. Contact them now!! You won’t regret it!
Reviewed on 09-03-2017
Wedding Date 19-11-2016
The perfect place to have your wedding!! We had an absolute perfect day, not only were we extremely blessed to have 60 degree weather in November, but Evan and his father George were the best you could ever ask for. Not only is Evan the owner of the place, but he is also the head chef and serves as the event coordinator/Maître D. The venue is beautiful; it’s in the middle of simple and extravagant. The outside gazebo area is beautiful. It has a waterfall and beautiful trees and flowers around. The food was ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING. Every one of guests said that it was the best steak they have ever had. And they are so generous, once everyone was done eating the main course; they came back around with trays of extra food so that everyone got a chance to taste all three options and they had so many delicious hors d'oeuvres. One of our guests said the only thing she has to say of the entire wedding was too much food! Lol. Everything that day came out perfect because of Evan and his team. The workers are there to help, they did not just serve. They helped our florist set up, they gave us our own personal server, and so much more. All packages are affordable and come with an open bar, and even though we got the most economical package, all drinks were amazingly prepared. We had cocktails, beer, wine, and even baileys at the end. They also have a bridal suite where we had our hors d'oeuvres and had time to relax. Contact them now!! You won’t regret it!
Reviewed on 09-03-2017
Cynthia Quell (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-01-2015
We had our Dream Wedding Ceremony and Reception at the Cortland Colonial Manor. We personalized the traditional time table of a 6-hour wedding event to meet our eclectic taste. It was one of those family events that will be remembered for three things;1. The best cocktail hour. Both visually stunning and delicious; passed hot hors d’oeuvre and a cold seafood platter. We also grew “hedges” of mint both for decoration and for the signature cocktail. 2. How smooth the day ran. As soon as all parties arrived at CCM, there was no chasing, where do I go questions or lull’s in the event. My vendors were welcomed by CCM and despite rain in the morning, all outdoor ceremony seating was dry. 3. How versatile the venue is. It offers indoor and outdoor dining and dancing space. The raised patio and gazebo sat 130 people for our ceremony. If you have a vision, this space is easily transformed to suit your liking. My vendors ‘nailed it’ working with CCM, the day went spectacularly and my wedding photos are epic.What else was well executed at Cortland Colonial Manor;There was scheduled time for the bride and groom to eat and taste their delicious food.You can be assured that any meal ordered and prepared at CCM will be to your satisfaction.The bridal attendant was kind and helpful.They have a great selection of wedding packages. With the assistance of CCM, planning my Wedding was exciting, my quirky ideas to personalize the event were taken seriously and executed with sophistication.
Reviewed on 13-11-2016
Wedding Date 20-01-2015
We had our Dream Wedding Ceremony and Reception at the Cortland Colonial Manor. We personalized the traditional time table of a 6-hour wedding event to meet our eclectic taste. It was one of those family events that will be remembered for three things;1. The best cocktail hour. Both visually stunning and delicious; passed hot hors d’oeuvre and a cold seafood platter. We also grew “hedges” of mint both for decoration and for the signature cocktail. 2. How smooth the day ran. As soon as all parties arrived at CCM, there was no chasing, where do I go questions or lull’s in the event. My vendors were welcomed by CCM and despite rain in the morning, all outdoor ceremony seating was dry. 3. How versatile the venue is. It offers indoor and outdoor dining and dancing space. The raised patio and gazebo sat 130 people for our ceremony. If you have a vision, this space is easily transformed to suit your liking. My vendors ‘nailed it’ working with CCM, the day went spectacularly and my wedding photos are epic.What else was well executed at Cortland Colonial Manor;There was scheduled time for the bride and groom to eat and taste their delicious food.You can be assured that any meal ordered and prepared at CCM will be to your satisfaction.The bridal attendant was kind and helpful.They have a great selection of wedding packages. With the assistance of CCM, planning my Wedding was exciting, my quirky ideas to personalize the event were taken seriously and executed with sophistication.
Reviewed on 13-11-2016
Kristin Schordine (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-11-2015
My husband and I got married at Cortlandt Colonial on in November 2015. When we chose this venue, we were very impressed that a complimentary tasting was offered PRIOR to booking, which no one else that we went to offered. The prices were extremely reasonable, and we felt we were getting our money's worth. We opted for an upgraded menu which included an international coffee hour with more liqueur flavors than you can imagine. We weren't nickel and dimed for things like linens and chair covers, everything was included. For cocktail hour, we weren't limited to a certain number of options; we got everything on the list. Homestyle Bakery in Peekskill made our complimentary cake, which was absolutely delicious. Planning was simple and Evan gave us the ability to be as involved as you want, with the assurances that if you aren’t a big DIY person, everything will come out wonderful. He was there to help guide us when necessary, even providing his cell phone number. We had a large number of out of town guests requiring accommodations, so it was also a pleasant surprise that Evan’s father also owns the nearby Holiday Inn Express in Peekskill, and the hotel offered complimentary use of an 18-person shuttle bus. Evan promised us when we were planning that if additional transportation was needed, he would provide it. I’m pretty sure we had 80+ people staying at the hotel and we asked him to provide an additional shuttle or bus to avoid the necessity of people having to wait for multiple round trips. Evan then told us that the 18 person shuttle would be sufficient. We didn’t want guests to have to arrive at the venue over an hour early, or have to wait for multiple round trips for over an hour to return to the hotel. Evan agreed to cover the cost of the morning shuttle, but we ended up having to foot the bill for the evening shuttle, which was an unexpected cost for us. That was our only complaint regarding the entire experience. Our wedding day was perfect, otherwise. The hotel was beautiful and new and the staff was extremely helpful and accommodating. Our guests had most of the hotel booked up and no one complained to us of any problems with the hotel or the booking process.Evan’s father attended to our needs throughout the day of our wedding, and made sure we had time to ourselves to eat, something we greatly appreciated given the stories you hear from other couples. The amount of food was amazing. Halfway through the meal, they come around with seconds so you can try the other options. Not a single person went home hungry, and some actually went home with to go containers. Without a doubt, I would recommend you consider this venue. We believe that we got a beautiful Westchester wedding without the inflated Westchester prices.
Reviewed on 02-11-2016
Wedding Date 14-11-2015
My husband and I got married at Cortlandt Colonial on in November 2015. When we chose this venue, we were very impressed that a complimentary tasting was offered PRIOR to booking, which no one else that we went to offered. The prices were extremely reasonable, and we felt we were getting our money's worth. We opted for an upgraded menu which included an international coffee hour with more liqueur flavors than you can imagine. We weren't nickel and dimed for things like linens and chair covers, everything was included. For cocktail hour, we weren't limited to a certain number of options; we got everything on the list. Homestyle Bakery in Peekskill made our complimentary cake, which was absolutely delicious. Planning was simple and Evan gave us the ability to be as involved as you want, with the assurances that if you aren’t a big DIY person, everything will come out wonderful. He was there to help guide us when necessary, even providing his cell phone number. We had a large number of out of town guests requiring accommodations, so it was also a pleasant surprise that Evan’s father also owns the nearby Holiday Inn Express in Peekskill, and the hotel offered complimentary use of an 18-person shuttle bus. Evan promised us when we were planning that if additional transportation was needed, he would provide it. I’m pretty sure we had 80+ people staying at the hotel and we asked him to provide an additional shuttle or bus to avoid the necessity of people having to wait for multiple round trips. Evan then told us that the 18 person shuttle would be sufficient. We didn’t want guests to have to arrive at the venue over an hour early, or have to wait for multiple round trips for over an hour to return to the hotel. Evan agreed to cover the cost of the morning shuttle, but we ended up having to foot the bill for the evening shuttle, which was an unexpected cost for us. That was our only complaint regarding the entire experience. Our wedding day was perfect, otherwise. The hotel was beautiful and new and the staff was extremely helpful and accommodating. Our guests had most of the hotel booked up and no one complained to us of any problems with the hotel or the booking process.Evan’s father attended to our needs throughout the day of our wedding, and made sure we had time to ourselves to eat, something we greatly appreciated given the stories you hear from other couples. The amount of food was amazing. Halfway through the meal, they come around with seconds so you can try the other options. Not a single person went home hungry, and some actually went home with to go containers. Without a doubt, I would recommend you consider this venue. We believe that we got a beautiful Westchester wedding without the inflated Westchester prices.
Reviewed on 02-11-2016
Kevin Cooke (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-12-2017
My wife and I got married at Cortlandt Colonial Manor on August 28, 2016. While I'm sure their are many beautiful places to get married in Westchester, NY, Cortlandt Colonial is the best for one simple reason, the owner Evan. My wife and I gave him an impossible task and he not only pulled it off but he went above and beyond what we expected and thought was possible. Evan pulled off our dream wedding in under 45 days. We did not think it was going to be possible to have a wedding set up start to finish in under two months but Evan did it. Flowers, tuxedos, DJ's, photographers, Evan has recommendations and contact information for everything you need to have your perfect wedding day. You can shop around but you will not find better quality for a better price then those suggested to you by Evan in your consultation. From the moment we sat down with Evan he made us feel reassured and relaxed in what many find to be an extremely stressful time. Everyone wants the perfect wedding, you have to start with the perfect venue and this one comes with Evan so you're already ahead of the curve. My wife and I conceded that because of our time table that we were going to have to make some sacrifices and just try to have as good a day as possible. Thank goodness we found Cortlandt Colonial Manor and met Evan, he would not concede anything for our wedding and helped us every step of the way. When he says call me day or night he truly means it, trust me I called him after midnight more than once. Not only did he answer but he talked to me as long as I needed to bring my stress level and nervousness down. Things that you would not think an owner would bother with, Evan bothers with because he truly cares about his clients. If you sit down with him you will feel his commitment and generosity as a person. Evan is why we chose Cortlandt Colonial Manor and we were not disappointed one bit. The food is wonderful, the ballroom is beautiful, the staff is accommodating, and the outdoor garden with the waterfall is really just something out of a movie. I don't ever plan to get married again but we will be customers of Cortlandt Colonial Manor for life, all future parties we have will be at Cortlandt Colonial Manor and set up by Evan!
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Wedding Date 31-12-2017
My wife and I got married at Cortlandt Colonial Manor on August 28, 2016. While I'm sure their are many beautiful places to get married in Westchester, NY, Cortlandt Colonial is the best for one simple reason, the owner Evan. My wife and I gave him an impossible task and he not only pulled it off but he went above and beyond what we expected and thought was possible. Evan pulled off our dream wedding in under 45 days. We did not think it was going to be possible to have a wedding set up start to finish in under two months but Evan did it. Flowers, tuxedos, DJ's, photographers, Evan has recommendations and contact information for everything you need to have your perfect wedding day. You can shop around but you will not find better quality for a better price then those suggested to you by Evan in your consultation. From the moment we sat down with Evan he made us feel reassured and relaxed in what many find to be an extremely stressful time. Everyone wants the perfect wedding, you have to start with the perfect venue and this one comes with Evan so you're already ahead of the curve. My wife and I conceded that because of our time table that we were going to have to make some sacrifices and just try to have as good a day as possible. Thank goodness we found Cortlandt Colonial Manor and met Evan, he would not concede anything for our wedding and helped us every step of the way. When he says call me day or night he truly means it, trust me I called him after midnight more than once. Not only did he answer but he talked to me as long as I needed to bring my stress level and nervousness down. Things that you would not think an owner would bother with, Evan bothers with because he truly cares about his clients. If you sit down with him you will feel his commitment and generosity as a person. Evan is why we chose Cortlandt Colonial Manor and we were not disappointed one bit. The food is wonderful, the ballroom is beautiful, the staff is accommodating, and the outdoor garden with the waterfall is really just something out of a movie. I don't ever plan to get married again but we will be customers of Cortlandt Colonial Manor for life, all future parties we have will be at Cortlandt Colonial Manor and set up by Evan!
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Nicole Paquette (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-10-2016
I cannot say enough good things about Cortlandt Colonial Manor. Evan has been wonderful every step of the way. From our first meeting to him, to the times we have been in for dinner or brunch at the restaurant since booking, to the night before our wedding when we were missing something that we needed prior to the wedding and picking it up at 10:30 at night. I would 100% recommend this venue to anyone that asks. Our guests are still talking about how great the food was a month later.
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Wedding Date 01-10-2016
I cannot say enough good things about Cortlandt Colonial Manor. Evan has been wonderful every step of the way. From our first meeting to him, to the times we have been in for dinner or brunch at the restaurant since booking, to the night before our wedding when we were missing something that we needed prior to the wedding and picking it up at 10:30 at night. I would 100% recommend this venue to anyone that asks. Our guests are still talking about how great the food was a month later.
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Elena Ollis (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-09-2015
Our wedding was an incredible exoerience, and one of the main reasons for that was the venue and its owner, Evan. Evan made working the details out easy. We had to orgaize our wedding in NY while living in Maryland and Evan made it work for us. During the wedding everything ran smoothly. Evan was on site himself, making sure everything was going well. He was also running parts of the wedding (making it easy for us to enjoy ourselves). He also is the chef and his food is outstanding. There was an incredible amount of food, which ordinarily could make the food less tasty...not in this case. I still to this day have not had the steak as delicious as his. The rest of the food (hors d'oeuvre, main, and dessert) was incredible. Crapes with pumpkin ice cream anyone? The whole experience was wonderful. The price was more than reasonable, especially for that area, and the staff was professional. We had a blast. Would recommend Cortlandt Colonial Manor to all, and I actually do.
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Wedding Date 12-09-2015
Our wedding was an incredible exoerience, and one of the main reasons for that was the venue and its owner, Evan. Evan made working the details out easy. We had to orgaize our wedding in NY while living in Maryland and Evan made it work for us. During the wedding everything ran smoothly. Evan was on site himself, making sure everything was going well. He was also running parts of the wedding (making it easy for us to enjoy ourselves). He also is the chef and his food is outstanding. There was an incredible amount of food, which ordinarily could make the food less tasty...not in this case. I still to this day have not had the steak as delicious as his. The rest of the food (hors d'oeuvre, main, and dessert) was incredible. Crapes with pumpkin ice cream anyone? The whole experience was wonderful. The price was more than reasonable, especially for that area, and the staff was professional. We had a blast. Would recommend Cortlandt Colonial Manor to all, and I actually do.
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Benjamin Policello (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-12-2017
Just over a year ago, Evan and the Cortlandt Colonial crew gave my wife and I the best night of our lives. My expectations for our wedding night were understandably high, but even still, they were far exceeded! Evan was there every step of the way to make sure our day went smoothly and on schedule (even though my grandmother held up the ceremony by an hour!). The food was absolutely spectacular, no matter which entree was picked, everyone had great things to say. The bartenders we're friendly and accommodating, keeping all of our guests happy and dancing. The wait staff was fantastic, always coming around with more food, another drink, or just a pleasant smile to see how things are going. As for the venue, it was (is) gorgeous. They recently renovated the banquet hall to give it a timeless and classy look. We also held our ceremony outside; All the decorations, plants and flowers were very nicely done with seasonal pieces and accents. We could not have made a better choice for our wedding. You can always tell a business is run right when the employees only have good things to say about their jobs and their boss. This always shows through in the end to the customer, and Evan really does a great job hiring great people and running a top notch business in all aspects. My wife and I would 100% recommend Cortland Colonial for any wedding or party!
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Wedding Date 31-12-2017
Just over a year ago, Evan and the Cortlandt Colonial crew gave my wife and I the best night of our lives. My expectations for our wedding night were understandably high, but even still, they were far exceeded! Evan was there every step of the way to make sure our day went smoothly and on schedule (even though my grandmother held up the ceremony by an hour!). The food was absolutely spectacular, no matter which entree was picked, everyone had great things to say. The bartenders we're friendly and accommodating, keeping all of our guests happy and dancing. The wait staff was fantastic, always coming around with more food, another drink, or just a pleasant smile to see how things are going. As for the venue, it was (is) gorgeous. They recently renovated the banquet hall to give it a timeless and classy look. We also held our ceremony outside; All the decorations, plants and flowers were very nicely done with seasonal pieces and accents. We could not have made a better choice for our wedding. You can always tell a business is run right when the employees only have good things to say about their jobs and their boss. This always shows through in the end to the customer, and Evan really does a great job hiring great people and running a top notch business in all aspects. My wife and I would 100% recommend Cortland Colonial for any wedding or party!
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Kristin Bohler-Macey (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-10-2015
I am soooo happy I chose Cortlandt Colonial for my wedding reception. To start, Evan is there from start to finish. He really goes above and beyond; always there to keep you on track; there to help you with any ideas or suggestions you may need; has lists of other services you may need (flowers, music, photography, etc). The day of my wedding, everything went so smoothly. The staff was amazing; always there before you needed them. The food is unbelievable and it was a nice touch where seconds are offered if your not quite full or want to try something different. The overall experience was 5 stars.
Reviewed on 30-10-2016
Wedding Date 25-10-2015
I am soooo happy I chose Cortlandt Colonial for my wedding reception. To start, Evan is there from start to finish. He really goes above and beyond; always there to keep you on track; there to help you with any ideas or suggestions you may need; has lists of other services you may need (flowers, music, photography, etc). The day of my wedding, everything went so smoothly. The staff was amazing; always there before you needed them. The food is unbelievable and it was a nice touch where seconds are offered if your not quite full or want to try something different. The overall experience was 5 stars.
Reviewed on 30-10-2016
Tom Wahlman (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-12-2017
I am a photographer which has frequented every catering facility and restaurant in this area as well as westchester Rockland Connecticut Putnam county Dutchess County Pennsylvania and all of New York City. In my experience and taste I recommended Cortlandt Colonial to my bride and she agreed with me and we had our wedding reception at the Cortlandt Colonial. Since the day of our wedding and for a year now our guests have said that we had the wedding of the century. Also that the food, the service, The Cortlandt Colonial was The best that our guests have ever experienced.Many of our guests have returned for the restaurant as well as planned to have future events at the Cortlandt Colonial.
Reviewed on 29-10-2016
Wedding Date 29-12-2017
I am a photographer which has frequented every catering facility and restaurant in this area as well as westchester Rockland Connecticut Putnam county Dutchess County Pennsylvania and all of New York City. In my experience and taste I recommended Cortlandt Colonial to my bride and she agreed with me and we had our wedding reception at the Cortlandt Colonial. Since the day of our wedding and for a year now our guests have said that we had the wedding of the century. Also that the food, the service, The Cortlandt Colonial was The best that our guests have ever experienced.Many of our guests have returned for the restaurant as well as planned to have future events at the Cortlandt Colonial.
Reviewed on 29-10-2016
Megan Napolione (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-09-2015
We got married on September 19, 2015 at the Cortlandt Colonial Manor. From the minute my husband and I met with Evan we knew that Cortlandt Colonial was the place for us. The ballroom is beautiful and the outside patio with the waterfall is breathtaking. The staff the night of the wedding was amazing and very accommodating. You don't have to worry about not having enough food. The cocktail hour has so many choices and you're guest are even offered a second round of entrees if they want. Their wedding packages include everything you could think of (cake, linens, centerpieces) Evan was extremely helpful and patient ( even when I messed up the seating chart!). He truly is by your side from beginning to the very end. Cortlandt Colonial staff and Evan really made our wedding night a dream come true !
Reviewed on 28-10-2016
Wedding Date 19-09-2015
We got married on September 19, 2015 at the Cortlandt Colonial Manor. From the minute my husband and I met with Evan we knew that Cortlandt Colonial was the place for us. The ballroom is beautiful and the outside patio with the waterfall is breathtaking. The staff the night of the wedding was amazing and very accommodating. You don't have to worry about not having enough food. The cocktail hour has so many choices and you're guest are even offered a second round of entrees if they want. Their wedding packages include everything you could think of (cake, linens, centerpieces) Evan was extremely helpful and patient ( even when I messed up the seating chart!). He truly is by your side from beginning to the very end. Cortlandt Colonial staff and Evan really made our wedding night a dream come true !
Reviewed on 28-10-2016
Jeremy Swingle (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-12-2017
My wife and I were married on April 15th. We visited a few other venues before we went to the Cortlandt Colonial. We had been to several weddings at the Cortlandt Colonial before ours. The venue is gorgeous it was recently updated with new carpeting and lighting. They have a large bridal suite for your use before,during and after the wedding. Outside there are water falls, a patio area and beautiful landscaping, creating perfect backdrops for photos. We meet with Evan ( Owen/Head Chef) who gave us a tour , then sat down with us to hear about our vision for our wedding day. Their wedding packages include just about everything, from your choice of linen's, the wedding cake (from Homestyle bakeryin Peekskill) even tips. Their food is absolutely delicious. (You have to visit their restaurant and see for yourself if you have never been). They made sure our guest did not leave hungry, even offered seconds to those who were still hungry after dinner. The service staff was outstanding, we were treated like family from the moment we first met with Evan. On our wedding day George (Evan's father) was our Maitre'd. He was phenomenal. George was within earshot of us all day and had what we needed before we could even ask him. Our wedding day was a little chilly, they had a canopy up over outdoor patio area ( where we held cocktail hour) and it was heated to keep our guest comfortable. This is a family owned business and it truly shows. I am absolutely convinced our day would not have been half as remarkable if we chose another venue. We had the time of our lives and our guest still talk about our wedding. I couldn't recommend any other venue other than Cortlandt Colonial.
Reviewed on 28-10-2016
Wedding Date 28-12-2017
My wife and I were married on April 15th. We visited a few other venues before we went to the Cortlandt Colonial. We had been to several weddings at the Cortlandt Colonial before ours. The venue is gorgeous it was recently updated with new carpeting and lighting. They have a large bridal suite for your use before,during and after the wedding. Outside there are water falls, a patio area and beautiful landscaping, creating perfect backdrops for photos. We meet with Evan ( Owen/Head Chef) who gave us a tour , then sat down with us to hear about our vision for our wedding day. Their wedding packages include just about everything, from your choice of linen's, the wedding cake (from Homestyle bakeryin Peekskill) even tips. Their food is absolutely delicious. (You have to visit their restaurant and see for yourself if you have never been). They made sure our guest did not leave hungry, even offered seconds to those who were still hungry after dinner. The service staff was outstanding, we were treated like family from the moment we first met with Evan. On our wedding day George (Evan's father) was our Maitre'd. He was phenomenal. George was within earshot of us all day and had what we needed before we could even ask him. Our wedding day was a little chilly, they had a canopy up over outdoor patio area ( where we held cocktail hour) and it was heated to keep our guest comfortable. This is a family owned business and it truly shows. I am absolutely convinced our day would not have been half as remarkable if we chose another venue. We had the time of our lives and our guest still talk about our wedding. I couldn't recommend any other venue other than Cortlandt Colonial.
Reviewed on 28-10-2016
Anonymous (wedding party) 5 out of 5 Rating
Cortlandt Colonial Manor was the venue for my daughter's wedding on September 16, 2016. It was fantastic! Having only one ballroom, we were the only event going on which was also great.The food was delicious and plentiful. The Cocktail Hour was spectacular! Our guests are still talking about the wide selection.The owner, Evan, and his entire staff were professional and at our beck and call the entire event. They took care of everything for us. The wedding cake from Homestyle Bakery was even included in our price. The ceremony was perfectly timed and was so beautiful outside under the gazebo.If you are looking for a one stop wedding venue, this is perfect. We felt special and well taken care of till the very end. Thank you Evan and the entire Cortlandt Colonial Manor Staff for making my daughter's special day wonderful!!
Reviewed on 24-09-2016
Cortlandt Colonial Manor was the venue for my daughter's wedding on September 16, 2016. It was fantastic! Having only one ballroom, we were the only event going on which was also great.The food was delicious and plentiful. The Cocktail Hour was spectacular! Our guests are still talking about the wide selection.The owner, Evan, and his entire staff were professional and at our beck and call the entire event. They took care of everything for us. The wedding cake from Homestyle Bakery was even included in our price. The ceremony was perfectly timed and was so beautiful outside under the gazebo.If you are looking for a one stop wedding venue, this is perfect. We felt special and well taken care of till the very end. Thank you Evan and the entire Cortlandt Colonial Manor Staff for making my daughter's special day wonderful!!
Reviewed on 24-09-2016
Kimberly S (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-04-2016
From the moment we visited Cortlandt Colonial, we knew we found our venue. Evan (owner/head chief) was very wonderful from the start. He took us on a tour of the venue and we loved the feel and the beauty of the grounds. For our vegetarian/vegan wedding, he did a whole new menu for us, and the food was A-MAZING. From our late-night emails, text messages, to our constant visits to the venue, you would think he would get tired of us, but he didn't! He was sincere when he said he would do everything in his power to make sure our day goes well, and we went beyond well!! As the Maître'D as well, he even helped out on the day, ensuring everything went smoothly. There is a reason they keep get 5 STARS,; they are simply the best! (We had both the ceremony and reception there). I highly, highly, HIGHLY recommend Cortlandt Colonial Manor!
Reviewed on 27-04-2016
Wedding Date 17-04-2016
From the moment we visited Cortlandt Colonial, we knew we found our venue. Evan (owner/head chief) was very wonderful from the start. He took us on a tour of the venue and we loved the feel and the beauty of the grounds. For our vegetarian/vegan wedding, he did a whole new menu for us, and the food was A-MAZING. From our late-night emails, text messages, to our constant visits to the venue, you would think he would get tired of us, but he didn't! He was sincere when he said he would do everything in his power to make sure our day goes well, and we went beyond well!! As the Maître'D as well, he even helped out on the day, ensuring everything went smoothly. There is a reason they keep get 5 STARS,; they are simply the best! (We had both the ceremony and reception there). I highly, highly, HIGHLY recommend Cortlandt Colonial Manor!
Reviewed on 27-04-2016
Loren Goldberg (not set) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-04-2016
We could not say enough great and wonderful things about this Venue. Evan was extremely helpful through out the entire planning process. The decorations were phenomenal. The waiting staff was very attentive. The only problem I had was the bartender of my wedding, she was rude to myself, my bridal party and my parents. Denying the open bar which was included to people with out their ID on them (it's a wedding who brings their wallet, especially myself as the bride) other then that it was absolutely a perfect fairytale.
Reviewed on 23-04-2016
Wedding Date 10-04-2016
We could not say enough great and wonderful things about this Venue. Evan was extremely helpful through out the entire planning process. The decorations were phenomenal. The waiting staff was very attentive. The only problem I had was the bartender of my wedding, she was rude to myself, my bridal party and my parents. Denying the open bar which was included to people with out their ID on them (it's a wedding who brings their wallet, especially myself as the bride) other then that it was absolutely a perfect fairytale.
Reviewed on 23-04-2016
Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-06-2015
A wonderful venue. Evan went above and beyond to ensure our day was smooth and fun. The food was outstanding, our guests had a wonderful time, and the pictures were great. I would recommend again in a heartbeat. A superior value, especially in Westchester.
Reviewed on 06-11-2015
Wedding Date 13-06-2015
A wonderful venue. Evan went above and beyond to ensure our day was smooth and fun. The food was outstanding, our guests had a wonderful time, and the pictures were great. I would recommend again in a heartbeat. A superior value, especially in Westchester.
Reviewed on 06-11-2015
Valerie Federici (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-10-2015
Absolutely amazing! Evan and his team went above and beyond from the moment we walked in to look at the place. All of the food was beyond delicious, the service was impeccable and the day was beyond what I could ever imagine. Evan worked with us to create our Oktoberfest themed wedding, adding specialty items at cocktail hour and setting up our custom decor. We were married in the beautiful gardens by a personally recommended officiant that actually married both myself and sister this year. People are still talking about our cake and bananas foster dessert show. Every little detail was perfect, not to mention the deal we received (I would have paid twice as much!). Thank you!!!!
Reviewed on 29-10-2015
Wedding Date 17-10-2015
Absolutely amazing! Evan and his team went above and beyond from the moment we walked in to look at the place. All of the food was beyond delicious, the service was impeccable and the day was beyond what I could ever imagine. Evan worked with us to create our Oktoberfest themed wedding, adding specialty items at cocktail hour and setting up our custom decor. We were married in the beautiful gardens by a personally recommended officiant that actually married both myself and sister this year. People are still talking about our cake and bananas foster dessert show. Every little detail was perfect, not to mention the deal we received (I would have paid twice as much!). Thank you!!!!
Reviewed on 29-10-2015
Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
My husband and I had our wedding reception at The Cortlandt Colonial Manor, on 6/26/15. Evan helped bring my summer wedding vision to life. My vision was like a summer garden. Lots of pinks, greens, ivory colors came to life in our centerpieces, linens, overall lighting. Even our specialty drink was pink! We had a candy buffet for all of our guests. Evan was able to give me some glassware to use for our display. It was an amazing night! Our guests to this day still rave, about the food, ambience, and service they received at The Cortlandt Colonial Manor.
Reviewed on 29-10-2015
My husband and I had our wedding reception at The Cortlandt Colonial Manor, on 6/26/15. Evan helped bring my summer wedding vision to life. My vision was like a summer garden. Lots of pinks, greens, ivory colors came to life in our centerpieces, linens, overall lighting. Even our specialty drink was pink! We had a candy buffet for all of our guests. Evan was able to give me some glassware to use for our display. It was an amazing night! Our guests to this day still rave, about the food, ambience, and service they received at The Cortlandt Colonial Manor.
Reviewed on 29-10-2015
Jessica Hadshian (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-11-2014
We are coming up on our one year wedding anniversary and our friends and family are still talking about our wedding. When my husband, then fiancé, first met with Evan & stayed for a food tasting we knew that we found the perfect place for our wedding. Evan and his staff were wonderful to work with! He listened to all of our ideas and visions, gave us his opinions and made our wedding day perfect! I love that they only do one wedding at a time because all if the their attention was on us and our guests. My husband and I keep saying that we wish we could do it over and over again, without changing a thing! I would definitely recommend the venue to anyone that asks!
Reviewed on 28-10-2015
Wedding Date 28-11-2014
We are coming up on our one year wedding anniversary and our friends and family are still talking about our wedding. When my husband, then fiancé, first met with Evan & stayed for a food tasting we knew that we found the perfect place for our wedding. Evan and his staff were wonderful to work with! He listened to all of our ideas and visions, gave us his opinions and made our wedding day perfect! I love that they only do one wedding at a time because all if the their attention was on us and our guests. My husband and I keep saying that we wish we could do it over and over again, without changing a thing! I would definitely recommend the venue to anyone that asks!
Reviewed on 28-10-2015
Marlaina Faust (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-06-2015
From the first moment we arrived at Cortlandt Colonial Manor and met Evan, we were in love. After he gave us a tour of the venue, we stayed for dinner. Our choice was made!\rEvan was so understanding, helpful, and accessible through the whole process. He really helped us and made wedding planning less stressful. We also went with his vendor suggestions for flowers and music. We were not dissappointed!\rWhen our wedding day finally arrived, Evan was there to make sure our day was perfect, and it truly was!! Your guests will talk about that day long after the wedding. Our guests are still talking about how amazing the food, music, and venue were!\rI would highly recommend this venue!
Reviewed on 25-10-2015
Wedding Date 07-06-2015
From the first moment we arrived at Cortlandt Colonial Manor and met Evan, we were in love. After he gave us a tour of the venue, we stayed for dinner. Our choice was made!\rEvan was so understanding, helpful, and accessible through the whole process. He really helped us and made wedding planning less stressful. We also went with his vendor suggestions for flowers and music. We were not dissappointed!\rWhen our wedding day finally arrived, Evan was there to make sure our day was perfect, and it truly was!! Your guests will talk about that day long after the wedding. Our guests are still talking about how amazing the food, music, and venue were!\rI would highly recommend this venue!
Reviewed on 25-10-2015
anne keating (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-07-2015
Cortlandt Colonial is a fantastic place to get married! Evan was the best matradee ever! The service was phenomenal . The food was delicious! Our guests said it was the \" best wedding they've attended\". The venue only holds one wedding which provides all the attention to the bride, groom and guests. Evan and staff made sure we ate at our wedding and the drinks were flowing. After we were served our entrees the wait staff came around with seconds . It was unbelievable no one went home hungry! Evan not only gave us the wedding of our dreams, he went above and beyond for us. He even gave us suggestions for our honeymoon and reminded us of what needs to get done before the big day. They made our wedding the most memorable day of our lives, not only for us but our guests! We recommend this beautiful place to everybody who is getting married.
Reviewed on 24-10-2015
Wedding Date 12-07-2015
Cortlandt Colonial is a fantastic place to get married! Evan was the best matradee ever! The service was phenomenal . The food was delicious! Our guests said it was the \" best wedding they've attended\". The venue only holds one wedding which provides all the attention to the bride, groom and guests. Evan and staff made sure we ate at our wedding and the drinks were flowing. After we were served our entrees the wait staff came around with seconds . It was unbelievable no one went home hungry! Evan not only gave us the wedding of our dreams, he went above and beyond for us. He even gave us suggestions for our honeymoon and reminded us of what needs to get done before the big day. They made our wedding the most memorable day of our lives, not only for us but our guests! We recommend this beautiful place to everybody who is getting married.
Reviewed on 24-10-2015
Melissa Allan (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-06-2015
Where do I start?! \rEvan and his staff are absolutely amazing! From the first time dining there to the day of the wedding I could not have asked for friendlier staff to work with. I researched and received pricing from a number of other venues but they couldn’t even compete with what Cortlandt had to offer at such an affordable price. It wound up being the only place that we looked at and I couldn’t have been happier with my decision. I loved the family atmosphere, quaint ceremony, beautifully redone cocktail area and ball room. The ceremony went off without a hitch and the food was above and beyond! The area that they have for the ceremony is absolutely beautiful. From the well maintained gardens and flowers to the gazebo and waterfall, you couldn’t ask for a nicer area for pictures. They were very accommodating with the food choice as my (now) husband is lactose intolerant and a few guests were vegan. They even came out offering seconds and offered the other options on the menu if you wanted to try that instead of what you had originally. Every stage of the wedding flowed right into the next, and never once felt like we were rushed. We had our own waitress that catered to our every need, who was absolutely wonderful, and our own Bridal Suite to get ready and relax in. The only thing I would suggest about the Bridal Suite is a place to hang the Wedding and Bridesmaid Dresses. Other than that it’s perfect, very spacious with a separate entrance and bathroom. If you are planning on having a smaller wedding and you don’t want to pay a ridiculous price for so-so service, Cortland Colonial is the place for you. I would recommend them to anybody looking for great service, great facility and great food.\rMelissa & Neil\rMarried June 6, 2015
Reviewed on 19-10-2015
Wedding Date 06-06-2015
Where do I start?! \rEvan and his staff are absolutely amazing! From the first time dining there to the day of the wedding I could not have asked for friendlier staff to work with. I researched and received pricing from a number of other venues but they couldn’t even compete with what Cortlandt had to offer at such an affordable price. It wound up being the only place that we looked at and I couldn’t have been happier with my decision. I loved the family atmosphere, quaint ceremony, beautifully redone cocktail area and ball room. The ceremony went off without a hitch and the food was above and beyond! The area that they have for the ceremony is absolutely beautiful. From the well maintained gardens and flowers to the gazebo and waterfall, you couldn’t ask for a nicer area for pictures. They were very accommodating with the food choice as my (now) husband is lactose intolerant and a few guests were vegan. They even came out offering seconds and offered the other options on the menu if you wanted to try that instead of what you had originally. Every stage of the wedding flowed right into the next, and never once felt like we were rushed. We had our own waitress that catered to our every need, who was absolutely wonderful, and our own Bridal Suite to get ready and relax in. The only thing I would suggest about the Bridal Suite is a place to hang the Wedding and Bridesmaid Dresses. Other than that it’s perfect, very spacious with a separate entrance and bathroom. If you are planning on having a smaller wedding and you don’t want to pay a ridiculous price for so-so service, Cortland Colonial is the place for you. I would recommend them to anybody looking for great service, great facility and great food.\rMelissa & Neil\rMarried June 6, 2015
Reviewed on 19-10-2015
Cassandra Wain (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-06-2015
I just had my wedding here this past June and I must say, I was impressed. I chose this venue a year before my wedding. Ever since I saw the outdoor ceremony area, I knew I wanted to get married here. It's absolutely beautiful outside, with the garden area and waterfalls, and it's only $3 a person for an outdoor ceremony. And They have amazing prices for the reception as well! The wedding cake from Homestyles Bakery is included with the package, center pieces if needed or you can chose your own, signature cocktail, and a wedding planner who helps you along the way!\rFor someone who had 100 + people at her wedding, I was nervous about the price and what my parents had to pay. But overall I was so impressed! They make you do payments, which helped a lot. And in the end, you pay the balance. With the help of the Evan, the wedding planner, who also owns the restaurant, I was able to have the wedding of my dreams. The cocktail hour includes 30 + different entrees, the bridal suite is huge and the bridal party, the bridal family, and the bride and groom are able to enjoy themselves during cocktail hour in this beautiful room. The garden ceremony is absolutely beautiful with seating of over 100 people and a beautiful gazebo, the outdoor garden is filled with fresh flowers during the spring/summer and the beautiful water falls outdoor sold me. \rThey just re did the reception area, which included lighting and new wall decoration. I absolutely fell in love with everything from the water falls, to the reception hall. \rI had such a good experience here from meeting Evan, to picking our cocktail, to picking our menu with the food tasting (which I brought my entire family to), to the rehearsal. Evan really knows everything about weddings, and you know he's very professional and knows the business well. \rI just wanted to thank Evan and his team for an amazing experience. I highly recommend Cortlandt Colonial to all brides. I couldn't of picked a better place for my wedding!
Reviewed on 14-10-2015
Wedding Date 20-06-2015
I just had my wedding here this past June and I must say, I was impressed. I chose this venue a year before my wedding. Ever since I saw the outdoor ceremony area, I knew I wanted to get married here. It's absolutely beautiful outside, with the garden area and waterfalls, and it's only $3 a person for an outdoor ceremony. And They have amazing prices for the reception as well! The wedding cake from Homestyles Bakery is included with the package, center pieces if needed or you can chose your own, signature cocktail, and a wedding planner who helps you along the way!\rFor someone who had 100 + people at her wedding, I was nervous about the price and what my parents had to pay. But overall I was so impressed! They make you do payments, which helped a lot. And in the end, you pay the balance. With the help of the Evan, the wedding planner, who also owns the restaurant, I was able to have the wedding of my dreams. The cocktail hour includes 30 + different entrees, the bridal suite is huge and the bridal party, the bridal family, and the bride and groom are able to enjoy themselves during cocktail hour in this beautiful room. The garden ceremony is absolutely beautiful with seating of over 100 people and a beautiful gazebo, the outdoor garden is filled with fresh flowers during the spring/summer and the beautiful water falls outdoor sold me. \rThey just re did the reception area, which included lighting and new wall decoration. I absolutely fell in love with everything from the water falls, to the reception hall. \rI had such a good experience here from meeting Evan, to picking our cocktail, to picking our menu with the food tasting (which I brought my entire family to), to the rehearsal. Evan really knows everything about weddings, and you know he's very professional and knows the business well. \rI just wanted to thank Evan and his team for an amazing experience. I highly recommend Cortlandt Colonial to all brides. I couldn't of picked a better place for my wedding!
Reviewed on 14-10-2015
Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Cortlandt Colonial was a fantastic place for our wedding. Evan who is the owner of the venue went out of his way with every detail for the wedding. The whole process was easy and we had a very stress free experience. The staff was friendly, the food was fantastic with many choices, the venue was recently renovated with new lighting, and beautiful flooring. The price was reasonable and offered much more than other venues of comparable price. We could not have had a better time. Thank you cortland colonial for making our wedding day very special!
Reviewed on 13-10-2015
Cortlandt Colonial was a fantastic place for our wedding. Evan who is the owner of the venue went out of his way with every detail for the wedding. The whole process was easy and we had a very stress free experience. The staff was friendly, the food was fantastic with many choices, the venue was recently renovated with new lighting, and beautiful flooring. The price was reasonable and offered much more than other venues of comparable price. We could not have had a better time. Thank you cortland colonial for making our wedding day very special!
Reviewed on 13-10-2015
Tania Wilcher (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-09-2015
Where do I begin! Because of Evan, his dad George and their amazing staff my husband and I had the most amazing time at our wedding. During the wedding planning Evan was very supportive, knowledgeable and genuine. We visited many places in the Westchester area but not many were as supportive and inexpensive as Cortlandt Colonial. \r\rWe had a 170 guests at our wedding and not one person walked away with a complaint. The staff was very attentive and personable. People pay top dollar for beautiful views and the food ans service is not always good. But this venues food, quaint ceremony and cocktail area and service has made us so happy that we chose to get married there. They even provided us with a shuttle for our guests to and from the hotel near by that they own.\r\rIf you're looking for AMAZING food,and genuine service that won't break your bank; contact Evan! Not one bad word to say! I just want to say thank you Evan and George!
Reviewed on 15-09-2015
Wedding Date 11-09-2015
Where do I begin! Because of Evan, his dad George and their amazing staff my husband and I had the most amazing time at our wedding. During the wedding planning Evan was very supportive, knowledgeable and genuine. We visited many places in the Westchester area but not many were as supportive and inexpensive as Cortlandt Colonial. \r\rWe had a 170 guests at our wedding and not one person walked away with a complaint. The staff was very attentive and personable. People pay top dollar for beautiful views and the food ans service is not always good. But this venues food, quaint ceremony and cocktail area and service has made us so happy that we chose to get married there. They even provided us with a shuttle for our guests to and from the hotel near by that they own.\r\rIf you're looking for AMAZING food,and genuine service that won't break your bank; contact Evan! Not one bad word to say! I just want to say thank you Evan and George!
Reviewed on 15-09-2015
Linda Herrera (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-08-2015
Our wedding was August 8, 2015. We booked this venue the day we went for our food trial - that's how amazing the food was! Evan was a great help throughout the entire process, as well as his father George. They were both there during our last meeting where we picked the linens (which are included) and finalized the last remaining details. This venue gives the best value and includes so much in it's package deals. Tips are included. The wedding cake is included (they use Homestyle bakery in Peekskill, NY and OMG they make the best cakes & desserts I've ever tasted!). Centerpieces are included. They have a huge bridal suite to relax & keep all your bags secured, as well as a place to eat during cocktail hour. Both Evan & George gave us their cell phone numbers so we can reach them with any questions quickly & easily. When you pull up to the venue, it doesn't look like a wedding venue... but once you step inside and the decor is all up - it truly is a wonderland! The garden ceremony area and waterfall are GORGEOUS. A perfect place for photos. And the venue's new chandeliers and new stone floor in their outdoor patio look great. On the day of our wedding George was the Maitre'D and Evan was the Chef in the Kitchen. George had the day go SO SMOOTHLY!!! And evan cooked the food to perfection! The venue looked absolutely beautiful. We purchased their most basic package but the service they give you feels like it's the highest level package they provide. They are Greek family owned, so their motto is \"you don't leave their home hungry\" - which is why after you finish eating your main course, they come around with steaming, freshly made dishes... and asked all our guests if anyone wanted seconds. It was amazing. The guests all said they've never seen that at a wedding before!!! It's truly special to treat your clients like family. I'm so grateful for everything Cortlandt colonial did for us. They made our wedding day unforgettable. I recommend them to EVERYONE!!!!
Reviewed on 25-08-2015
Wedding Date 08-08-2015
Our wedding was August 8, 2015. We booked this venue the day we went for our food trial - that's how amazing the food was! Evan was a great help throughout the entire process, as well as his father George. They were both there during our last meeting where we picked the linens (which are included) and finalized the last remaining details. This venue gives the best value and includes so much in it's package deals. Tips are included. The wedding cake is included (they use Homestyle bakery in Peekskill, NY and OMG they make the best cakes & desserts I've ever tasted!). Centerpieces are included. They have a huge bridal suite to relax & keep all your bags secured, as well as a place to eat during cocktail hour. Both Evan & George gave us their cell phone numbers so we can reach them with any questions quickly & easily. When you pull up to the venue, it doesn't look like a wedding venue... but once you step inside and the decor is all up - it truly is a wonderland! The garden ceremony area and waterfall are GORGEOUS. A perfect place for photos. And the venue's new chandeliers and new stone floor in their outdoor patio look great. On the day of our wedding George was the Maitre'D and Evan was the Chef in the Kitchen. George had the day go SO SMOOTHLY!!! And evan cooked the food to perfection! The venue looked absolutely beautiful. We purchased their most basic package but the service they give you feels like it's the highest level package they provide. They are Greek family owned, so their motto is \"you don't leave their home hungry\" - which is why after you finish eating your main course, they come around with steaming, freshly made dishes... and asked all our guests if anyone wanted seconds. It was amazing. The guests all said they've never seen that at a wedding before!!! It's truly special to treat your clients like family. I'm so grateful for everything Cortlandt colonial did for us. They made our wedding day unforgettable. I recommend them to EVERYONE!!!!
Reviewed on 25-08-2015
Kristen Arallo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-06-2014
We got married at the Cortlandt Colonial June 21, 2014. It was the first day of summer and a truly perfect day! We had only visited 2 wedding venues when I said I didn't want to look anymore because Cortlandt Colonial was perfect. For starters, they only hold one event at a time. The large bridal suite was ours for the whole time. You don't get that other places. And it came in handy when the kids got tired! I also loved getting dressed there and not having to travel in my dress. But that is a tiny factor compared to the rest! We went for a food tasting and it was amazing! We didn't know how we would decide on dishes! Then there is the outside...Well it was just what I always wanted! I fell in love with the waterfall. I still have friends posting all their pictures from that night in front of the waterfall and I love to see them!\rEvan was essential in planning from start to finish and he is the best! Whenever I had a question he gave me an honest answer. From food to guest lists to centerpieces he always had some insight to help me. He recommended an officiant for us who was absolutely amazing, but that is for another review. We also went for the Frozen Tiki Bar. I think that set the whole tone of our wedding. It was incredible! The bartenders also helped me pick a signature drink. They spent the time to try to come up with something purple for me (which is hardest color to make). \rThe day of the wedding went off flawlessly! The only problem we had was a bus of about 1/3 of our guests get lost. Evan went and got them and led them to The Cortlandt Colonial. This caused the wedding to start a little late but I never even noticed it was late. Evan took care of everything before there was a chance for me to panic! The cocktail hour was fabulous and people are still talking about how much food there was.\rDinner was just as amazing and guests could not believe they were offered seconds. If anyone left there hungry they have a problem! Evan and his sister took care of us all night. We never had an empty glass and they made sure we ate. At the end of the night they packed everything up for us and we didn't have to worry about a thing. They were there to line up the bridal party both for the ceremony and the reception and we always had guidance. They knew I was nervous and had a (pretty purple) drink waiting for me when I came down the steps after the ceremony. We also took advantage of the newly family owned hotel and shuttle service which worked out wonderfully. My wedding day was absolutely perfect thanks to the Cortlandt Colonial. We look forward to having dinner there on our anniversary!
Reviewed on 19-03-2015
Wedding Date 21-06-2014
We got married at the Cortlandt Colonial June 21, 2014. It was the first day of summer and a truly perfect day! We had only visited 2 wedding venues when I said I didn't want to look anymore because Cortlandt Colonial was perfect. For starters, they only hold one event at a time. The large bridal suite was ours for the whole time. You don't get that other places. And it came in handy when the kids got tired! I also loved getting dressed there and not having to travel in my dress. But that is a tiny factor compared to the rest! We went for a food tasting and it was amazing! We didn't know how we would decide on dishes! Then there is the outside...Well it was just what I always wanted! I fell in love with the waterfall. I still have friends posting all their pictures from that night in front of the waterfall and I love to see them!\rEvan was essential in planning from start to finish and he is the best! Whenever I had a question he gave me an honest answer. From food to guest lists to centerpieces he always had some insight to help me. He recommended an officiant for us who was absolutely amazing, but that is for another review. We also went for the Frozen Tiki Bar. I think that set the whole tone of our wedding. It was incredible! The bartenders also helped me pick a signature drink. They spent the time to try to come up with something purple for me (which is hardest color to make). \rThe day of the wedding went off flawlessly! The only problem we had was a bus of about 1/3 of our guests get lost. Evan went and got them and led them to The Cortlandt Colonial. This caused the wedding to start a little late but I never even noticed it was late. Evan took care of everything before there was a chance for me to panic! The cocktail hour was fabulous and people are still talking about how much food there was.\rDinner was just as amazing and guests could not believe they were offered seconds. If anyone left there hungry they have a problem! Evan and his sister took care of us all night. We never had an empty glass and they made sure we ate. At the end of the night they packed everything up for us and we didn't have to worry about a thing. They were there to line up the bridal party both for the ceremony and the reception and we always had guidance. They knew I was nervous and had a (pretty purple) drink waiting for me when I came down the steps after the ceremony. We also took advantage of the newly family owned hotel and shuttle service which worked out wonderfully. My wedding day was absolutely perfect thanks to the Cortlandt Colonial. We look forward to having dinner there on our anniversary!
Reviewed on 19-03-2015
Irene M Travan (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-10-2009
Was married here in 2009 and everything was amazing that people still talk about our day. The owner Evan makes air everything is just the way you want it. Food is great!!
Reviewed on 10-01-2015
Wedding Date 09-10-2009
Was married here in 2009 and everything was amazing that people still talk about our day. The owner Evan makes air everything is just the way you want it. Food is great!!
Reviewed on 10-01-2015
Jennifer Dietrick (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-09-2014
Hands down, best choice we made for our wedding! Evan & his staff were absolutely amazing! Evan was incredibly helpful as far as planning and executing the actual reception, as well as being full of great ideas for every other aspect of my wedding. We had a rather large reception (180 people) yet on the day of, Evan ensured that everything ran smoothly, and gave me a great sense of comfort. Most importantly though, the food was incredible! We were able to afford a huge selection of food for much less than other venues in the area. I received so many compliments about how great everything tasted and how beautiful the place was. I would highly recommend Cortlandt Colonial to anyone planning a wedding or any event for that matter!
Reviewed on 16-09-2014
Wedding Date 13-09-2014
Hands down, best choice we made for our wedding! Evan & his staff were absolutely amazing! Evan was incredibly helpful as far as planning and executing the actual reception, as well as being full of great ideas for every other aspect of my wedding. We had a rather large reception (180 people) yet on the day of, Evan ensured that everything ran smoothly, and gave me a great sense of comfort. Most importantly though, the food was incredible! We were able to afford a huge selection of food for much less than other venues in the area. I received so many compliments about how great everything tasted and how beautiful the place was. I would highly recommend Cortlandt Colonial to anyone planning a wedding or any event for that matter!
Reviewed on 16-09-2014
Jennifer Pugliese (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-08-2014
My husband and I got married at Cortlandt Colonial this August and three weeks later everyone is still talking about it!!!! Evan is such a pleasure to work with and the entire staff is amazing - so nice, helpful, detail-oriented! This is the perfect venue for a small, intimate and family-friendly wedding! The room is gorgeous and the food is amazing!!!! The cocktail hour is the best around and the dinners were amazing, I tried them all! Our servers never let anyone have an empty drink and everyone was so comfortable at the space. Everything was timed perfectly and we couldn't have been happier. I never stressed once with Evan in charge. The garden and waterfall make great stages for your photos as well! Since Cortlandt Colonial is also a restaurant, you can also do your showers and rehearsal dinners there as well, you will not be disappointed!!! We plan on going to CC for many family functions to come!
Reviewed on 28-08-2014
Wedding Date 09-08-2014
My husband and I got married at Cortlandt Colonial this August and three weeks later everyone is still talking about it!!!! Evan is such a pleasure to work with and the entire staff is amazing - so nice, helpful, detail-oriented! This is the perfect venue for a small, intimate and family-friendly wedding! The room is gorgeous and the food is amazing!!!! The cocktail hour is the best around and the dinners were amazing, I tried them all! Our servers never let anyone have an empty drink and everyone was so comfortable at the space. Everything was timed perfectly and we couldn't have been happier. I never stressed once with Evan in charge. The garden and waterfall make great stages for your photos as well! Since Cortlandt Colonial is also a restaurant, you can also do your showers and rehearsal dinners there as well, you will not be disappointed!!! We plan on going to CC for many family functions to come!
Reviewed on 28-08-2014
Betty Vanegas (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-08-2014
I had my wedding here in August 2014 and I have to say that my Fiancé and I made an excellent choice in a venue. We are so happy with the way everything turned out. Evan the owner and event coordinator truly made my vision come to life. My guests cannot stop talking about how much fun they had, how beautiful everything looked, the great service and how delicious the food was. Evan made sure the evening ran smoothly and that everyone was happy. The outdoor cocktail hour area was beautiful and my guests felt like they were in a secret location hidden away. I've been to weddings where the Bride and Groom pay top dollar for the location or views and the service is horrible or the food is just ok but that is definitley not the case here. The prices were reasonable and you get high quality service and food. I highly recommend this place to any Bride and Groom looking to really have a beautiful and smoothly run wedding.
Reviewed on 25-08-2014
Wedding Date 16-08-2014
I had my wedding here in August 2014 and I have to say that my Fiancé and I made an excellent choice in a venue. We are so happy with the way everything turned out. Evan the owner and event coordinator truly made my vision come to life. My guests cannot stop talking about how much fun they had, how beautiful everything looked, the great service and how delicious the food was. Evan made sure the evening ran smoothly and that everyone was happy. The outdoor cocktail hour area was beautiful and my guests felt like they were in a secret location hidden away. I've been to weddings where the Bride and Groom pay top dollar for the location or views and the service is horrible or the food is just ok but that is definitley not the case here. The prices were reasonable and you get high quality service and food. I highly recommend this place to any Bride and Groom looking to really have a beautiful and smoothly run wedding.
Reviewed on 25-08-2014
Denise Baffuto (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-09-2013
The food was really good. No one went home hungry. The night went really smoothly. Very professional. The viennese table was amazing. So many desserts to choose from. The garden in the back which has some small ponds and a really tall water fall was truly epic. All our family and friends still talk about what a great time they had at our wedding. One of our cousins (who was 7 months pregnant at the time) had been to 8 different weddings during her pregnancy and said that it was the first wedding she had a ton of fun at. Overall, great experience from start to finish!
Reviewed on 24-08-2014
Wedding Date 21-09-2013
The food was really good. No one went home hungry. The night went really smoothly. Very professional. The viennese table was amazing. So many desserts to choose from. The garden in the back which has some small ponds and a really tall water fall was truly epic. All our family and friends still talk about what a great time they had at our wedding. One of our cousins (who was 7 months pregnant at the time) had been to 8 different weddings during her pregnancy and said that it was the first wedding she had a ton of fun at. Overall, great experience from start to finish!
Reviewed on 24-08-2014
Cassandra (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-05-2014
I got married here 2 months ago and it was one of the best decisions we made. People asked why we chose Cortlandt Manor considering we live in NYC, as do most of our guests. Well, three main reasons: waterfall, price and Evan. We wanted to have an outside ceremony, but after looking at outdoor venues in NYC, we realized that many outdoor venues in the city were out of our budget. We aren't super traditional, but the DIY approach was more than we wanted to be in charge of, so we started looking at outdoor \"all inclusive\" venues. My future husband thought it would be nice to get married by a waterfall so we threw that into the search and the first thing that popped up was Cortlandt Colonial.\r\rWe went to meet with Evan and thought the venue was adorable. It's country vibe restaurant with a back room area with a private garden where they do weddings. The waterfall is man made, but ended up looking fantastic in our pictures and made a nice backdrop for cocktail hour. There is a cute gazebo where the ceremony took place. The best part was that Evan showed us all of the unique weddings that they do there. We saw pictures of a Harry Potter themed wedding and a craft beer tasting cocktail hour which basically sold us. The venue is associated with a hotel nearby and supplied shuttles to and from the hotel so none of our guests had to drive. \r\rAlthough all packages included a top shelf open bar, we decided to also do a craft beer tasting cocktail hour. Evan said he could get us any beers we wanted, and he delivered on that promise. The dessert table was great, although I only heard about it since I was busy dancing.\r\rEvan basically took care of everything. He offered suggestions when it seemed like we needed them, he took the time to explain why things should be a certain way, he told us what would happen if it rained on our day and we had to change to an indoor ceremony (thank goodness it didn't!), he suggested vendors for us and listened to what we wanted. He answered my calls and emails during the planning process very professionally and I never felt like I was bothering him or taking up too much of his time. Our favors, guest book, little chalkboards for each beer, etc all ended up in the right place and I didn't have to worry about anything on my wedding day. He even told me and my bridesmaids when to walk down the aisle!\r\rThe food was amazing! Everyone was raving about it, especially the cocktail hour. They even had something to eat for my vegan/gluten-free friend. Evan made sure that I had plenty of drinks and even got to eat some of the food from cocktail hour. Our own personal waitress took care of the bridal party throughout the night and she was great. She set up and packed up the stuff for our sand ceremony and made sure we got everything (including the majority of my dinner that I didn't have time to eat).\r\rEveryone is still telling me that it was one of the best weddings they've attended. I would recommend checking out Cortlandt Colonial for your upcoming wedding and let Evan help you plan your wedding. He seems to really enjoy what he does.
Reviewed on 06-08-2014
Wedding Date 02-05-2014
I got married here 2 months ago and it was one of the best decisions we made. People asked why we chose Cortlandt Manor considering we live in NYC, as do most of our guests. Well, three main reasons: waterfall, price and Evan. We wanted to have an outside ceremony, but after looking at outdoor venues in NYC, we realized that many outdoor venues in the city were out of our budget. We aren't super traditional, but the DIY approach was more than we wanted to be in charge of, so we started looking at outdoor \"all inclusive\" venues. My future husband thought it would be nice to get married by a waterfall so we threw that into the search and the first thing that popped up was Cortlandt Colonial.\r\rWe went to meet with Evan and thought the venue was adorable. It's country vibe restaurant with a back room area with a private garden where they do weddings. The waterfall is man made, but ended up looking fantastic in our pictures and made a nice backdrop for cocktail hour. There is a cute gazebo where the ceremony took place. The best part was that Evan showed us all of the unique weddings that they do there. We saw pictures of a Harry Potter themed wedding and a craft beer tasting cocktail hour which basically sold us. The venue is associated with a hotel nearby and supplied shuttles to and from the hotel so none of our guests had to drive. \r\rAlthough all packages included a top shelf open bar, we decided to also do a craft beer tasting cocktail hour. Evan said he could get us any beers we wanted, and he delivered on that promise. The dessert table was great, although I only heard about it since I was busy dancing.\r\rEvan basically took care of everything. He offered suggestions when it seemed like we needed them, he took the time to explain why things should be a certain way, he told us what would happen if it rained on our day and we had to change to an indoor ceremony (thank goodness it didn't!), he suggested vendors for us and listened to what we wanted. He answered my calls and emails during the planning process very professionally and I never felt like I was bothering him or taking up too much of his time. Our favors, guest book, little chalkboards for each beer, etc all ended up in the right place and I didn't have to worry about anything on my wedding day. He even told me and my bridesmaids when to walk down the aisle!\r\rThe food was amazing! Everyone was raving about it, especially the cocktail hour. They even had something to eat for my vegan/gluten-free friend. Evan made sure that I had plenty of drinks and even got to eat some of the food from cocktail hour. Our own personal waitress took care of the bridal party throughout the night and she was great. She set up and packed up the stuff for our sand ceremony and made sure we got everything (including the majority of my dinner that I didn't have time to eat).\r\rEveryone is still telling me that it was one of the best weddings they've attended. I would recommend checking out Cortlandt Colonial for your upcoming wedding and let Evan help you plan your wedding. He seems to really enjoy what he does.
Reviewed on 06-08-2014
Vonetta (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-08-2013
Evan and his staff were awesome! My family and friends were amazed at my reception from beginning to end. The food was great, the atmosphere and the friendliness of the staff made us all feel very welcome there. If you want a WOW factor reception Cortlandt Colonial Manor is the place. We loved it so much that my husband and I will be celebrating our 1 year anniversary there on August 17th.
Reviewed on 03-08-2014
Wedding Date 17-08-2013
Evan and his staff were awesome! My family and friends were amazed at my reception from beginning to end. The food was great, the atmosphere and the friendliness of the staff made us all feel very welcome there. If you want a WOW factor reception Cortlandt Colonial Manor is the place. We loved it so much that my husband and I will be celebrating our 1 year anniversary there on August 17th.
Reviewed on 03-08-2014
Kara Kaufman (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-06-2014
Choosing this venue is one of the best decisions I have ever made. I honestly feel that it is impossible to put into words how amazing our experience working with this venue was and how incredible our wedding day was...but I am going to try. First, I want to say that working with Evan was one of the best parts of planning our wedding...which was extremely stressful. Evan was always there to guide us with recommendations for everything you can imagine, including money saving tips and phenomenal vendors we are glad we booked! Additionally, Evan took my vision of the perfect wedding (rustic and country romance...which I had assumed would only work in the barn style venues we could not afford) and gave me exactly what I wanted. It was incredible how beautiful everything looked and how it all fit the theme perfectly! I had so many compliments about how gorgeous our venue was. I was literally in awe of everything on our wedding day. Evan, you will always hold a special place in my heart for making our wedding such a memorable and unforgettable experience. Lastly, I want to mention the food...unbelievable! It is almost a month later and everyone is still talking about our wedding! If this is the kind of experience you are looking for...book it now!
Reviewed on 22-07-2014
Wedding Date 28-06-2014
Choosing this venue is one of the best decisions I have ever made. I honestly feel that it is impossible to put into words how amazing our experience working with this venue was and how incredible our wedding day was...but I am going to try. First, I want to say that working with Evan was one of the best parts of planning our wedding...which was extremely stressful. Evan was always there to guide us with recommendations for everything you can imagine, including money saving tips and phenomenal vendors we are glad we booked! Additionally, Evan took my vision of the perfect wedding (rustic and country romance...which I had assumed would only work in the barn style venues we could not afford) and gave me exactly what I wanted. It was incredible how beautiful everything looked and how it all fit the theme perfectly! I had so many compliments about how gorgeous our venue was. I was literally in awe of everything on our wedding day. Evan, you will always hold a special place in my heart for making our wedding such a memorable and unforgettable experience. Lastly, I want to mention the food...unbelievable! It is almost a month later and everyone is still talking about our wedding! If this is the kind of experience you are looking for...book it now!
Reviewed on 22-07-2014
Aimee Heller (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-06-2013
Me and my wife were looking for places to have our June wedding. We found Cortlandt Colonial on theknot.com. We met with Evan and he immediately put us at ease. This is a family owned place and it shows. Evan is the best! We had a million questions and he answered them all. What i loved was that they only do one wedding at a time. We couldnt believe the price.. and it included a top shelf open bar with our own special cocktail! You dont have to choose what 6 types of food you want at your Cocktail Hour, you get all of them..60 different types of food! Amazing! \rEvan and his family were building a hotel nearby, but it was not ready in time for our big day. Evan gave us a free shuttle to and from for all the guests staying at another nearby hotel! \r Now to the big day- My soon to be wife got ready in the huge Bridal Suite and i got ready at home. Me and my family pulled up in our limo and Evan escorted us inside. He lined us all up, i was in the Banquet Room and my wife was coming from the Bridal Suite. The ceremony went off without a hitch! The outside garden is beautiful. The gazebo and waterfall make it a paradise!\rNow it was time to party.. after pictures of course. The bridal party and our parents had our Cocktail Hour in the bridal suite with our own waitress bringing us drinks. \r Time to party- The set up of the tables were great. Table pictures ( we didnt do table numbers) were easily seen and the guests had no problem finding their way. The entrees we had were Stuffed Salmon, Prime Rib, and Chicken Franchaise. Everyone loved the food. If you were still hungry, they came around and asked if you wanted seconds! We had a kids only table and they had a choice of any of the adult dinners or the kids menu.. Which is awesome! Evan ran everything so smoothly and we couldnt be more greatful! \r In closing, i would recommend the Cortlandt Colonial to anyone that wants perfection on their big day. Me and my wife went back for our one year anniversary and took pictures underneath the beautiful gazebo.
Reviewed on 10-07-2014
Wedding Date 21-06-2013
Me and my wife were looking for places to have our June wedding. We found Cortlandt Colonial on theknot.com. We met with Evan and he immediately put us at ease. This is a family owned place and it shows. Evan is the best! We had a million questions and he answered them all. What i loved was that they only do one wedding at a time. We couldnt believe the price.. and it included a top shelf open bar with our own special cocktail! You dont have to choose what 6 types of food you want at your Cocktail Hour, you get all of them..60 different types of food! Amazing! \rEvan and his family were building a hotel nearby, but it was not ready in time for our big day. Evan gave us a free shuttle to and from for all the guests staying at another nearby hotel! \r Now to the big day- My soon to be wife got ready in the huge Bridal Suite and i got ready at home. Me and my family pulled up in our limo and Evan escorted us inside. He lined us all up, i was in the Banquet Room and my wife was coming from the Bridal Suite. The ceremony went off without a hitch! The outside garden is beautiful. The gazebo and waterfall make it a paradise!\rNow it was time to party.. after pictures of course. The bridal party and our parents had our Cocktail Hour in the bridal suite with our own waitress bringing us drinks. \r Time to party- The set up of the tables were great. Table pictures ( we didnt do table numbers) were easily seen and the guests had no problem finding their way. The entrees we had were Stuffed Salmon, Prime Rib, and Chicken Franchaise. Everyone loved the food. If you were still hungry, they came around and asked if you wanted seconds! We had a kids only table and they had a choice of any of the adult dinners or the kids menu.. Which is awesome! Evan ran everything so smoothly and we couldnt be more greatful! \r In closing, i would recommend the Cortlandt Colonial to anyone that wants perfection on their big day. Me and my wife went back for our one year anniversary and took pictures underneath the beautiful gazebo.
Reviewed on 10-07-2014
Leah Rabinowitz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-05-2014
Everyone did a fantastic job from start to finish. The food was delicious and the event flowed smoothly. An amazing value too. I couldn't have been happier.
Reviewed on 23-05-2014
Wedding Date 03-05-2014
Everyone did a fantastic job from start to finish. The food was delicious and the event flowed smoothly. An amazing value too. I couldn't have been happier.
Reviewed on 23-05-2014
Natividad Munoz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-09-2013
We got married on September 14th, 2013 so the review is long over due. Time flies! The service at the venue was excellent. Since the first time we met Evan and his staff, we were very comfortable and we fell in love with the venue. The outside was beautiful and the packages offered were great. \r\rWe wanted an outdoor wedding and after viewing numerous spots in Westchester County we knew this was the spot for us. The grounds were impeccably maintained. There is a beautiful waterfall which was the perfect backdrop for our reception and pictures. \r\rThe catering / food was excellent and the service team was great. The cocktail hour was amazing. He carved animal figures with some of the items, he had a perfect spread outdoors, and the amount of food provided was amazing and robust. Evan went above and beyond and provided an experience we will never forget. He gave us great ideas for wedding favors, he calmed us down whenever we were nervous, and he guided us throughout the entire process. He was always available, even when he was not at the venue. He was funny, comforting, and someone who was not stiff or boring like other hosts we had met. Evan kept with our theme to have a purple and white wedding and he had the proper lighting to accommodate and he also provided the linens. We loved his passion and he was the only one who offered a personalized experience to go along with what we had in mind and how we wanted our wedding to be. Other places we visited offered half of what he did for twice as much. He also worked the room with our guests to make sure everyone was happy throughout the entire reception. \r\rOverall, I can't think of a better value or better place to host a wedding. We got really lucky and it was a nice sunny, yet cool September afternoon / evening and we enjoyed every minute of it.
Reviewed on 26-12-2013
Wedding Date 14-09-2013
We got married on September 14th, 2013 so the review is long over due. Time flies! The service at the venue was excellent. Since the first time we met Evan and his staff, we were very comfortable and we fell in love with the venue. The outside was beautiful and the packages offered were great. \r\rWe wanted an outdoor wedding and after viewing numerous spots in Westchester County we knew this was the spot for us. The grounds were impeccably maintained. There is a beautiful waterfall which was the perfect backdrop for our reception and pictures. \r\rThe catering / food was excellent and the service team was great. The cocktail hour was amazing. He carved animal figures with some of the items, he had a perfect spread outdoors, and the amount of food provided was amazing and robust. Evan went above and beyond and provided an experience we will never forget. He gave us great ideas for wedding favors, he calmed us down whenever we were nervous, and he guided us throughout the entire process. He was always available, even when he was not at the venue. He was funny, comforting, and someone who was not stiff or boring like other hosts we had met. Evan kept with our theme to have a purple and white wedding and he had the proper lighting to accommodate and he also provided the linens. We loved his passion and he was the only one who offered a personalized experience to go along with what we had in mind and how we wanted our wedding to be. Other places we visited offered half of what he did for twice as much. He also worked the room with our guests to make sure everyone was happy throughout the entire reception. \r\rOverall, I can't think of a better value or better place to host a wedding. We got really lucky and it was a nice sunny, yet cool September afternoon / evening and we enjoyed every minute of it.
Reviewed on 26-12-2013
Kerri Seacord (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-04-2013
From the first time my (now) husband, Brian and I walked into Cortland Colonial we knew that this was exactly what we were looking for! The first time we met with Evan Liaskos (owner/manager) he made us feel welcome and provided us with all the necessary information that we were going to need to make the very big decision of where to have our wedding. Evan walked us through what a typical event would be like, showing us both the gorgeous outdoor ceremony space and the cocktail space (that would could be heated for our April wedding) and beautiful ballroom... and then make specific mention that not all weddings are or need to be \"typical\" so anything could be changed to fit our idea of our perfect day!\r\rEvan and staff were available through the entire planning process and helped with ideas and any made us feel at ease getting everything done in time for the big day! \r\rThe day of our wedding was PERFECT! Evan made sure that everything went off without a hitch. The ceremony was beautiful in the garden, the cocktail hour was VERY plentiful and delicious and all of our family is still raving about the dinner and how AMAZING it was (some people were initially questioning if there would be an actual dinner since the food at the cocktail hour just kept coming!).\r\rBrian and I were so happy with the outcome of the wedding and would recommend this to anyone looking for an AMAZING place for your Wedding! We couldn't have asked for anything better!
Reviewed on 24-11-2013
Wedding Date 27-04-2013
From the first time my (now) husband, Brian and I walked into Cortland Colonial we knew that this was exactly what we were looking for! The first time we met with Evan Liaskos (owner/manager) he made us feel welcome and provided us with all the necessary information that we were going to need to make the very big decision of where to have our wedding. Evan walked us through what a typical event would be like, showing us both the gorgeous outdoor ceremony space and the cocktail space (that would could be heated for our April wedding) and beautiful ballroom... and then make specific mention that not all weddings are or need to be \"typical\" so anything could be changed to fit our idea of our perfect day!\r\rEvan and staff were available through the entire planning process and helped with ideas and any made us feel at ease getting everything done in time for the big day! \r\rThe day of our wedding was PERFECT! Evan made sure that everything went off without a hitch. The ceremony was beautiful in the garden, the cocktail hour was VERY plentiful and delicious and all of our family is still raving about the dinner and how AMAZING it was (some people were initially questioning if there would be an actual dinner since the food at the cocktail hour just kept coming!).\r\rBrian and I were so happy with the outcome of the wedding and would recommend this to anyone looking for an AMAZING place for your Wedding! We couldn't have asked for anything better!
Reviewed on 24-11-2013
a member (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
I'm not from the Hudson Valley area, and I'd been wanting to do a beach wedding. \rM-I-L wanted to do a bigger wedding so I compromised and had a \"traditional\" reception. She suggested the Cortlandt Colonial and I looked into it and called Evan. He was great from the start. I don't like to make decisions, and he was willing to help out with anything and everything. He has vendors to suggest, and knows a ton about what's new in the wedding trends, etc. I had a kind of \"elegant Halloween\" theme, and dropped off my decorations the day before and when I walked in it looked even better than I'd envisioned. The prices are great considering what is included, and there are levels to choose from. All include a cocktail hour (I missed so much of it but the photos and guests tel me it was great!) dinner, cake from Homestyle Bakeries (awesome bakery in Peekskill), and champagne toast and open bar. We also had an international coffee station and a whole spread of desserts. Food was plentiful and great, and everything turned out awesome. Best part was I didn't have to think much about anything - it was all there and done!
Reviewed on 16-11-2013
I'm not from the Hudson Valley area, and I'd been wanting to do a beach wedding. \rM-I-L wanted to do a bigger wedding so I compromised and had a \"traditional\" reception. She suggested the Cortlandt Colonial and I looked into it and called Evan. He was great from the start. I don't like to make decisions, and he was willing to help out with anything and everything. He has vendors to suggest, and knows a ton about what's new in the wedding trends, etc. I had a kind of \"elegant Halloween\" theme, and dropped off my decorations the day before and when I walked in it looked even better than I'd envisioned. The prices are great considering what is included, and there are levels to choose from. All include a cocktail hour (I missed so much of it but the photos and guests tel me it was great!) dinner, cake from Homestyle Bakeries (awesome bakery in Peekskill), and champagne toast and open bar. We also had an international coffee station and a whole spread of desserts. Food was plentiful and great, and everything turned out awesome. Best part was I didn't have to think much about anything - it was all there and done!
Reviewed on 16-11-2013
Jessica Allen (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-10-2013
I have heard people knock this place but really don't listen. Yeah the inside is not what's currently in style (country chic and all) but its clean, well kept and evertyhing else is so amazing you aren't going to notice the carpet trust me. Everyone at my wedding loved the food and the INCLUDED open top shelf bar. This place is beyond reasonable for the price, I mean 5hr open bar, 1hr cocktail hour, bridal suite to escape to, 4 course meal, and the wedding cake for under a hundred a head? All my guest raved about the food and definitely enjoyed the open bar (there were 150 in all). Evan was so accommodating keeping everything in order we didn't think about anything. I had a lot of little knick knacks for decorations at my wedding, he put them out exactly how I asked creating the fall theme I wanted perfectly. He stopped by during dinner and through out the evening to make sure everything was going well, even made sure my own glass was full. I would recommend here to any and everyone. The only thing that would have made the night better would have been slowing down time :)
Reviewed on 28-10-2013
Wedding Date 12-10-2013
I have heard people knock this place but really don't listen. Yeah the inside is not what's currently in style (country chic and all) but its clean, well kept and evertyhing else is so amazing you aren't going to notice the carpet trust me. Everyone at my wedding loved the food and the INCLUDED open top shelf bar. This place is beyond reasonable for the price, I mean 5hr open bar, 1hr cocktail hour, bridal suite to escape to, 4 course meal, and the wedding cake for under a hundred a head? All my guest raved about the food and definitely enjoyed the open bar (there were 150 in all). Evan was so accommodating keeping everything in order we didn't think about anything. I had a lot of little knick knacks for decorations at my wedding, he put them out exactly how I asked creating the fall theme I wanted perfectly. He stopped by during dinner and through out the evening to make sure everything was going well, even made sure my own glass was full. I would recommend here to any and everyone. The only thing that would have made the night better would have been slowing down time :)
Reviewed on 28-10-2013
Gerardo Franco (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-05-2013
Our Wedding at The Ballroom at Cortlandt Colonial Manor was nothing short of spectacular.\r\rWe had originally booked a venue a bit closer to home. Unfortunately, shortly after, we received an apology letter stating that the venue was closing down. Attached to the letter was a list of recommended venues, including The Ballroom at Cortlandt Colonial Manor. In order of proximity, we vegan researching and visiting each one of these venues, but none of them felt right. That feeling changed as soon as we arrived to The Ballroom at Cortlandt Colonial Manor. The location was a bit of a stretch for us, but that certainly did not stop us from booking this venue. We knew right away that this was the right place to have our Wedding.\r\rWe met with Evan roughly a year before our wedding. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. He was very polite, helpful and organized. He took the time to explain the booking process and showed us all of the options he had to offer. He was very accommodating, patient and offered a lot of feedback based on his experience, which was very helpful. \r\rWe are incredibly thankful with Evan, who took care of everything from Day 1. Once the venue was booked, a weight was lifted off both of our shoulders. After meeting and speaking with Evan, we felt a sense of relief to know that we were being taken care of.\r\rThroughout the process, Evan was always accessible for us. We were so happy with the service that we would make the drive just to have dinner at the place and meet with Evan almost every other month. How could we not, the food was always amazing and the place itself had a great atmosphere. It was very hard to not share this place with others. We brought friends and family for dinner a couple of times prior to having the Wedding. This place was so amazing we even attended one of their Mothers Day events. Our Mom's had a great time and loved the menu. \r\rEvan also helped us organize our Rehearsal Dinner a week before the actual Wedding. Everyone in our party was amazed at the quality of service and the tasty food. We had even flown family from out of the country, who had nothing but high regards for the venue. It was nothing short of amazing.\r\rFinally, our Wedding day came along. When we arrived to the reception after Mass, everything was ready and the final touches were being taken care of. Everything was beyond amazing. We were actually able to sit down and relax for a bit before the guests began arriving. We were greeted with drinks and appetizers. Our party had a great time indulging themselves with the endless appetizers being brought to the Bridal Suite. As guest began arriving, Evan, his Sister and their staff helped us through every step of the process. From greeting our guests, to helping us with the photo shoot, they were present at all times. \r\rEverything that night went according to plan, and even better than we had ever expected. We were amazed at the amount of food being served to our 150 guests. Even after they were done with dinner, Evan's staff came around asking if anyone wanted to try another item in the Menu.\r\rMy Wife and I would like to extend our most sincere thanks to Evan, his Sister and staff for the magnificent service. They definitely outdid themselves. We are already considering booking this venue for future events. You cannot compare their attention to detail and amazing service to any other Venue. Look no further! This is the place to host your Wedding.
Reviewed on 26-10-2013
Wedding Date 25-05-2013
Our Wedding at The Ballroom at Cortlandt Colonial Manor was nothing short of spectacular.\r\rWe had originally booked a venue a bit closer to home. Unfortunately, shortly after, we received an apology letter stating that the venue was closing down. Attached to the letter was a list of recommended venues, including The Ballroom at Cortlandt Colonial Manor. In order of proximity, we vegan researching and visiting each one of these venues, but none of them felt right. That feeling changed as soon as we arrived to The Ballroom at Cortlandt Colonial Manor. The location was a bit of a stretch for us, but that certainly did not stop us from booking this venue. We knew right away that this was the right place to have our Wedding.\r\rWe met with Evan roughly a year before our wedding. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. He was very polite, helpful and organized. He took the time to explain the booking process and showed us all of the options he had to offer. He was very accommodating, patient and offered a lot of feedback based on his experience, which was very helpful. \r\rWe are incredibly thankful with Evan, who took care of everything from Day 1. Once the venue was booked, a weight was lifted off both of our shoulders. After meeting and speaking with Evan, we felt a sense of relief to know that we were being taken care of.\r\rThroughout the process, Evan was always accessible for us. We were so happy with the service that we would make the drive just to have dinner at the place and meet with Evan almost every other month. How could we not, the food was always amazing and the place itself had a great atmosphere. It was very hard to not share this place with others. We brought friends and family for dinner a couple of times prior to having the Wedding. This place was so amazing we even attended one of their Mothers Day events. Our Mom's had a great time and loved the menu. \r\rEvan also helped us organize our Rehearsal Dinner a week before the actual Wedding. Everyone in our party was amazed at the quality of service and the tasty food. We had even flown family from out of the country, who had nothing but high regards for the venue. It was nothing short of amazing.\r\rFinally, our Wedding day came along. When we arrived to the reception after Mass, everything was ready and the final touches were being taken care of. Everything was beyond amazing. We were actually able to sit down and relax for a bit before the guests began arriving. We were greeted with drinks and appetizers. Our party had a great time indulging themselves with the endless appetizers being brought to the Bridal Suite. As guest began arriving, Evan, his Sister and their staff helped us through every step of the process. From greeting our guests, to helping us with the photo shoot, they were present at all times. \r\rEverything that night went according to plan, and even better than we had ever expected. We were amazed at the amount of food being served to our 150 guests. Even after they were done with dinner, Evan's staff came around asking if anyone wanted to try another item in the Menu.\r\rMy Wife and I would like to extend our most sincere thanks to Evan, his Sister and staff for the magnificent service. They definitely outdid themselves. We are already considering booking this venue for future events. You cannot compare their attention to detail and amazing service to any other Venue. Look no further! This is the place to host your Wedding.
Reviewed on 26-10-2013
Cheryl Urquhart (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-07-2013
From the first meeting with Evan, my husband and I knew that we wanted to have our most special day at Cortlandt Colonial. We chose to visit his establishment before we went anywhere else, but after meeting with him and hearing what he promised to do for us, we did not see the need to waste time looking at other venues. We knew we wanted Evan to host our day.\r\rFrom the day we booked the ballroom through the end of the reception, Evan was one hundred percent accessible at all times. As everyone knows, planning a wedding is not the least stressful event of a person’s life, but he made every step manageable and easy. He was reachable at all times, and we were never overwhelmed with planning a six hour event for close to one hundred and fifty guests. Friends and family could not stop remarking about how well organized the event was from start to finish, thanks to the coordinated efforts of a truly professional staff.\r\rWhat my husband and I still hear the most, however, are endless compliments about how delicious (and plentiful) the food and drinks were. My husband and I have already vowed to return every year on our anniversary to remember what an amazing experience we had on our wedding day. \r\rIn short, my husband and I have nothing but the most wonderful of words to say about Evan and his staff. We would not hesitate for even a second to recommend Cortlandt Colonial to absolutely anyone, whether they were looking for a relaxing dinner for two, or planning the most important event of their lives.\r\rWe are so thrilled that when we look back at how perfect our wedding day was, we have nothing but the fondest of memories of the staff at the Cortlandt Colonial. \r
Reviewed on 16-10-2013
Wedding Date 20-07-2013
From the first meeting with Evan, my husband and I knew that we wanted to have our most special day at Cortlandt Colonial. We chose to visit his establishment before we went anywhere else, but after meeting with him and hearing what he promised to do for us, we did not see the need to waste time looking at other venues. We knew we wanted Evan to host our day.\r\rFrom the day we booked the ballroom through the end of the reception, Evan was one hundred percent accessible at all times. As everyone knows, planning a wedding is not the least stressful event of a person’s life, but he made every step manageable and easy. He was reachable at all times, and we were never overwhelmed with planning a six hour event for close to one hundred and fifty guests. Friends and family could not stop remarking about how well organized the event was from start to finish, thanks to the coordinated efforts of a truly professional staff.\r\rWhat my husband and I still hear the most, however, are endless compliments about how delicious (and plentiful) the food and drinks were. My husband and I have already vowed to return every year on our anniversary to remember what an amazing experience we had on our wedding day. \r\rIn short, my husband and I have nothing but the most wonderful of words to say about Evan and his staff. We would not hesitate for even a second to recommend Cortlandt Colonial to absolutely anyone, whether they were looking for a relaxing dinner for two, or planning the most important event of their lives.\r\rWe are so thrilled that when we look back at how perfect our wedding day was, we have nothing but the fondest of memories of the staff at the Cortlandt Colonial. \r
Reviewed on 16-10-2013
Judy Torres (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-09-2013
I couldn't ask for a better venue. Unlike most popular venues, here you are more than just a number we were ray and Judy. During preparation and planning and during the wedding we received undivided attention. They even gave us their cell phone number. Even during a panic my wife called the venue at 1am the day before the wedding and Evan, manager/head chef/wedding planner, was able to calm my wife down and assured that everything will turn out beautiful. He was a man of his word. Week later we are still receiving compliments. These compliments include but not limited to the amount of food that was served(no one left hungry, to go trays were even given out), the custom made cigar bar, huge pineapple tree edible arrangements, and the staff. They even hosted our rehearsal dinner, which I highly suggest. Evan or his staff will walk the entire wedding staff through the ceremony before serving us a plethora of food. You can not compare this service for its price any were. Believe us we looked.
Reviewed on 29-09-2013
Wedding Date 01-09-2013
I couldn't ask for a better venue. Unlike most popular venues, here you are more than just a number we were ray and Judy. During preparation and planning and during the wedding we received undivided attention. They even gave us their cell phone number. Even during a panic my wife called the venue at 1am the day before the wedding and Evan, manager/head chef/wedding planner, was able to calm my wife down and assured that everything will turn out beautiful. He was a man of his word. Week later we are still receiving compliments. These compliments include but not limited to the amount of food that was served(no one left hungry, to go trays were even given out), the custom made cigar bar, huge pineapple tree edible arrangements, and the staff. They even hosted our rehearsal dinner, which I highly suggest. Evan or his staff will walk the entire wedding staff through the ceremony before serving us a plethora of food. You can not compare this service for its price any were. Believe us we looked.
Reviewed on 29-09-2013
danielle olivo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-06-2013
My husband and I got married June 8th, 2013 at Cortlandt Colonial. From the first time meeting with Evan we felt comfortable and felt like he truly cared about our special day. We had some set backs in planning due to family issues but throughout the whole time Evan was there step by step to make sure that we had no worries. He was there for us any time we had a question and on the day of the wedding EVERYTHING was perfect just the way we had discussed. The quality and quantity of the food was incredible and we both come from Italian families where food is important!!!! I would definitely recommend Cortlandt Colonial and can't wait to have another event there!!!!\rThank you Evan and the whole staff at Cortlandt Colonial for making our special possible and everything we ever wanted\r-Danielle & Christopher Kaufman
Reviewed on 27-09-2013
Wedding Date 08-06-2013
My husband and I got married June 8th, 2013 at Cortlandt Colonial. From the first time meeting with Evan we felt comfortable and felt like he truly cared about our special day. We had some set backs in planning due to family issues but throughout the whole time Evan was there step by step to make sure that we had no worries. He was there for us any time we had a question and on the day of the wedding EVERYTHING was perfect just the way we had discussed. The quality and quantity of the food was incredible and we both come from Italian families where food is important!!!! I would definitely recommend Cortlandt Colonial and can't wait to have another event there!!!!\rThank you Evan and the whole staff at Cortlandt Colonial for making our special possible and everything we ever wanted\r-Danielle & Christopher Kaufman
Reviewed on 27-09-2013
valerie elie (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-07-2013
\rSteven and I had the pleasure of having our wedding at Cortlandt Colonial Ballroom on July 12th. Something told me I would end up there when my best friend was checking venues for her wedding there 2 years ago. It was a magical place then and even better when the love of my life and I got to say \"I DO\" at the Gazebo. The garden and scenery was beautiful. The Bridal Suite was great and oversized. Evan was there every step of the way in directing all my 14 sorority girl bridesmaids throughout the ceremony and reception. The food was absolutely amazing!!! All of the guests could not stop talking about how great the food was and there certainly was quality AND quantity!\rWhen it came to planning the wedding Evan was so helpful; he recommended our officiant and different vendors. If we had questions he was happy to answer them. The overall service was personable. The only thing negative I can say was at the end of the reception the rest of the cake was thrown out and guests wanted to take a piece home. As a whole it was such an amazing night for us. We can't wait to go there again.
Reviewed on 25-09-2013
Wedding Date 12-07-2013
\rSteven and I had the pleasure of having our wedding at Cortlandt Colonial Ballroom on July 12th. Something told me I would end up there when my best friend was checking venues for her wedding there 2 years ago. It was a magical place then and even better when the love of my life and I got to say \"I DO\" at the Gazebo. The garden and scenery was beautiful. The Bridal Suite was great and oversized. Evan was there every step of the way in directing all my 14 sorority girl bridesmaids throughout the ceremony and reception. The food was absolutely amazing!!! All of the guests could not stop talking about how great the food was and there certainly was quality AND quantity!\rWhen it came to planning the wedding Evan was so helpful; he recommended our officiant and different vendors. If we had questions he was happy to answer them. The overall service was personable. The only thing negative I can say was at the end of the reception the rest of the cake was thrown out and guests wanted to take a piece home. As a whole it was such an amazing night for us. We can't wait to go there again.
Reviewed on 25-09-2013
Joseph Sharff (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-09-2013
When my wife and I started our journey about 2 years ago we found a wonderful venue recommend by a great friend of mine and that was the Cortlandt Colonial, the owner takes as much time with you as needed, very helpful, friendly and courteous staff, food is excellent, waterfall on the outside adds great effect for the perfect photos for your perfect day! One main factor is that its one party at a time to make sure its only about you.
Reviewed on 25-09-2013
Wedding Date 22-09-2013
When my wife and I started our journey about 2 years ago we found a wonderful venue recommend by a great friend of mine and that was the Cortlandt Colonial, the owner takes as much time with you as needed, very helpful, friendly and courteous staff, food is excellent, waterfall on the outside adds great effect for the perfect photos for your perfect day! One main factor is that its one party at a time to make sure its only about you.
Reviewed on 25-09-2013
Danielle (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-07-2013
I should start by saying that I didn't look at many wedding vendors. As someone who has lived in this area for many years I had already heard glowing reviews of this venue from others, so they were on my short-list before I even started. My family had our Christmas Eve dinners there for many years so I was already aware that the food quality was above average. I went to the venue with my now-husband for a quick look around, and when we both saw the brochure and the options were laid before us, he was convinced there would be no way we would be able to afford it (we were on a tight budget, to say the least). Needless to say, he was shocked when we finally saw the prices. Without question, this is the absolute best value for your money, and living in Westchester, that really says something.\r\rI had already been planning for about a year, but we met with Evan about a week before the wedding to go over all the final details. He was super-helpful in getting things organized, and reminded me of a lot of things I otherwise would have missed. I didn't find that I needed tons of guidance every step of the way, but he knows what he's doing and it's definitely worth meeting with him beforehand. He even provided me with his personal cell # in case I had any last minute questions or concerns.\r\rThe day of my wedding (7/19/13) happened to be the hottest day of the year, but Evan and his staff were so accommodating in keeping people comfortable in the heat.\r\rWe had our ceremony on site, and since we viewed the area in the winter, we had no idea how beautiful the garden would be come summer time. The flowers and the waterfall were amazing. Believe it or not, I had a Harry Potter-themed wedding, and Evan and his staff were beyond amazing in helping to put all of the little details together. I had boxes upon boxes of stuff, and though I was a little confused as to how it all might go together, somehow they figured it out and made it all work. I had alcoholic butterbeer as my signature drink, and they went above and beyond in making it as authentic as possible. The staff even wore Harry Potter glasses when it came time to serve dessert (the Viennese table was out of this world). Then there was the food....the amount of food they serve is unbelievable. It was bountiful and delicious, and no only were our guests offered seconds, they were offered thirds! I've never heard of any wedding venue that does this.\r\rI literally had people coming up to me all night telling me how much fun they were having, how amazing the food was, and that this was pretty much the best wedding they'd ever been to. I even had guests stop in to my mother's place of work just to tell her what a fantastic time they had.\r\rI have a feeling that a lot of people might consider passing this place by because it's not as large or typically weddingy-looking from the outside. DO NOT LET THAT FOOL YOU! You simply will not find better quality, better service, and better food than you will here.\r\rI'm actually hoping that I'll have the good fortune to attending a wedding here as a guest some time soon. It was a better experience than I ever could have imagined, and I can recommend them enough.
Reviewed on 24-09-2013
Wedding Date 19-07-2013
I should start by saying that I didn't look at many wedding vendors. As someone who has lived in this area for many years I had already heard glowing reviews of this venue from others, so they were on my short-list before I even started. My family had our Christmas Eve dinners there for many years so I was already aware that the food quality was above average. I went to the venue with my now-husband for a quick look around, and when we both saw the brochure and the options were laid before us, he was convinced there would be no way we would be able to afford it (we were on a tight budget, to say the least). Needless to say, he was shocked when we finally saw the prices. Without question, this is the absolute best value for your money, and living in Westchester, that really says something.\r\rI had already been planning for about a year, but we met with Evan about a week before the wedding to go over all the final details. He was super-helpful in getting things organized, and reminded me of a lot of things I otherwise would have missed. I didn't find that I needed tons of guidance every step of the way, but he knows what he's doing and it's definitely worth meeting with him beforehand. He even provided me with his personal cell # in case I had any last minute questions or concerns.\r\rThe day of my wedding (7/19/13) happened to be the hottest day of the year, but Evan and his staff were so accommodating in keeping people comfortable in the heat.\r\rWe had our ceremony on site, and since we viewed the area in the winter, we had no idea how beautiful the garden would be come summer time. The flowers and the waterfall were amazing. Believe it or not, I had a Harry Potter-themed wedding, and Evan and his staff were beyond amazing in helping to put all of the little details together. I had boxes upon boxes of stuff, and though I was a little confused as to how it all might go together, somehow they figured it out and made it all work. I had alcoholic butterbeer as my signature drink, and they went above and beyond in making it as authentic as possible. The staff even wore Harry Potter glasses when it came time to serve dessert (the Viennese table was out of this world). Then there was the food....the amount of food they serve is unbelievable. It was bountiful and delicious, and no only were our guests offered seconds, they were offered thirds! I've never heard of any wedding venue that does this.\r\rI literally had people coming up to me all night telling me how much fun they were having, how amazing the food was, and that this was pretty much the best wedding they'd ever been to. I even had guests stop in to my mother's place of work just to tell her what a fantastic time they had.\r\rI have a feeling that a lot of people might consider passing this place by because it's not as large or typically weddingy-looking from the outside. DO NOT LET THAT FOOL YOU! You simply will not find better quality, better service, and better food than you will here.\r\rI'm actually hoping that I'll have the good fortune to attending a wedding here as a guest some time soon. It was a better experience than I ever could have imagined, and I can recommend them enough.
Reviewed on 24-09-2013
Kirsten Brunsden (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-09-2012
We loved this place. The food is extremely good, actually way better than anything we were able to find in Lower Hudson Valley/Westchester/NYC Area. Conveniently located 10 min from West Point Academy, this place has style, excellent service, clean grounds, and an excellent value for the quality. This is the only wedding venue that I have ever been to where people that attended were able to complain that there was \"too much food.\" No worries about the too much food thing, as Evan and staff will ensure you get a 'to go' container so you can take a dish for the road. The table staff were absolutely fantastic, we had guests that had special dietary needs and the staff & kitchen were more than accommodating for these people as well. The waterfall in the back makes for some awesome imagery (you're photographer will love that you made their life so easy), and the dance floor is large enough to easily fit 100+ people without worrying about whether grandma is going to get knocked over after Uncle Fred kicks back a few too many and starts moshing to \"Girls Just Wanna Have fun.\" \r\rYOU WILL NOT GET A BETTER DEAL ANYWHERE IN THE TRI-STATE :-)\r\rthx for reading
Reviewed on 22-09-2013
Wedding Date 02-09-2012
We loved this place. The food is extremely good, actually way better than anything we were able to find in Lower Hudson Valley/Westchester/NYC Area. Conveniently located 10 min from West Point Academy, this place has style, excellent service, clean grounds, and an excellent value for the quality. This is the only wedding venue that I have ever been to where people that attended were able to complain that there was \"too much food.\" No worries about the too much food thing, as Evan and staff will ensure you get a 'to go' container so you can take a dish for the road. The table staff were absolutely fantastic, we had guests that had special dietary needs and the staff & kitchen were more than accommodating for these people as well. The waterfall in the back makes for some awesome imagery (you're photographer will love that you made their life so easy), and the dance floor is large enough to easily fit 100+ people without worrying about whether grandma is going to get knocked over after Uncle Fred kicks back a few too many and starts moshing to \"Girls Just Wanna Have fun.\" \r\rYOU WILL NOT GET A BETTER DEAL ANYWHERE IN THE TRI-STATE :-)\r\rthx for reading
Reviewed on 22-09-2013
JONIBOY426 (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-09-2012
We had a fabulous experience at Cortlandt Colonial! Evan was extremely helpful throughout the entire process leading up to our wedding day and made our special day one we will never forget. Every one of our guests, to this day, has wonderful things to say about our wedding at Cortlandt Colonial! We would highly recommend this venue! You will truly have an unforgettable experience at Cortlandt Colonial! Thanks again to Evan and his staff for making our special day amazing!\r
Reviewed on 16-09-2013
Wedding Date 22-09-2012
We had a fabulous experience at Cortlandt Colonial! Evan was extremely helpful throughout the entire process leading up to our wedding day and made our special day one we will never forget. Every one of our guests, to this day, has wonderful things to say about our wedding at Cortlandt Colonial! We would highly recommend this venue! You will truly have an unforgettable experience at Cortlandt Colonial! Thanks again to Evan and his staff for making our special day amazing!\r
Reviewed on 16-09-2013
danielle jaray (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-10-2012
Everything about our experience with The Ballroom at Cortlandt Colonial Manor and Evan was amazing. Our original venue closed about five months before the wedding and the owner of that venue pointed us in the direction of the Cortlandt Colonial. We met with Evan and not only was he highly sympathetic to our situation but he did everything possible to make the transition easy and smooth. The week before the wedding brought Hurricane Sandy. We were concerned about the venue having damage or no power and Evan was totally on top of keeping us updated and keeping Cortlandt Manor running. We ended up with more than we could have even imagined asking for. The food was amazing and there was certainly no shortage of it and the service was fantastic. Evan himself was at the wedding asking if we needed anything and if everything was alright and they even offered seconds so guests could try all the entrees if they wanted to. The pricing was great and there isn't one thing that I wished had been different. Evan is open to every possible suggestion and welcomes challenges and new ideas. He will tell you when you meet him that he wants every wedding to feel like the couple, not just a generic thing and he will do everything he possibly can to make it that way including helping you come up with ideas if you can't quite figure out how to make it \"you\". All in all it was an amazing thing, everything was exactly as we wanted it and no one left hungry or displeased about anything. \rDefinitely a place worth checking out!!\r
Reviewed on 13-09-2013
Wedding Date 20-10-2012
Everything about our experience with The Ballroom at Cortlandt Colonial Manor and Evan was amazing. Our original venue closed about five months before the wedding and the owner of that venue pointed us in the direction of the Cortlandt Colonial. We met with Evan and not only was he highly sympathetic to our situation but he did everything possible to make the transition easy and smooth. The week before the wedding brought Hurricane Sandy. We were concerned about the venue having damage or no power and Evan was totally on top of keeping us updated and keeping Cortlandt Manor running. We ended up with more than we could have even imagined asking for. The food was amazing and there was certainly no shortage of it and the service was fantastic. Evan himself was at the wedding asking if we needed anything and if everything was alright and they even offered seconds so guests could try all the entrees if they wanted to. The pricing was great and there isn't one thing that I wished had been different. Evan is open to every possible suggestion and welcomes challenges and new ideas. He will tell you when you meet him that he wants every wedding to feel like the couple, not just a generic thing and he will do everything he possibly can to make it that way including helping you come up with ideas if you can't quite figure out how to make it \"you\". All in all it was an amazing thing, everything was exactly as we wanted it and no one left hungry or displeased about anything. \rDefinitely a place worth checking out!!\r
Reviewed on 13-09-2013
Gilbert Ramos (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-08-2013
My wedding was \"AWESOME\" Evan made me look good. He took a $6,000 dollar budget and gave me, my bride, my family and friends a priceless memory for $5,600. the hands on personal service was \"EXCELLENT\" from first hand shake when you meet Evan, to the last hand shake when you leave the wedding. You feel like family, that means the world to a new married couple. We wanted a perfect wedding, some people say that impossible. Not for Evan, nothing is impossible at \"The Cortlandt Colonial Manor. We would renew your vows there, have a sweet 16, Christmas party, you name it. The food was \"TOP SHELF\" the liquor was \"TOP SHELF\". The staff, well let me tell you. We got \"THE 'A' TEAM\" to serve your guest. You don't have to believe this review, schedule an appointment with Evan your self and feel the love...!!!!
Reviewed on 27-08-2013
Wedding Date 24-08-2013
My wedding was \"AWESOME\" Evan made me look good. He took a $6,000 dollar budget and gave me, my bride, my family and friends a priceless memory for $5,600. the hands on personal service was \"EXCELLENT\" from first hand shake when you meet Evan, to the last hand shake when you leave the wedding. You feel like family, that means the world to a new married couple. We wanted a perfect wedding, some people say that impossible. Not for Evan, nothing is impossible at \"The Cortlandt Colonial Manor. We would renew your vows there, have a sweet 16, Christmas party, you name it. The food was \"TOP SHELF\" the liquor was \"TOP SHELF\". The staff, well let me tell you. We got \"THE 'A' TEAM\" to serve your guest. You don't have to believe this review, schedule an appointment with Evan your self and feel the love...!!!!
Reviewed on 27-08-2013
danielle romero (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-04-2013
Very simple place with an old feel.. beautiful grounds and waterfall in the back outdoors. The staff was helpful and fast. Fast in a good and not so good way. Evan was a pleasure to work with, very detailed, experienced and personable along with the staff. Overall, my experience was a nice one. Food and Drinks were very very good !!
Reviewed on 17-05-2013
Wedding Date 21-04-2013
Very simple place with an old feel.. beautiful grounds and waterfall in the back outdoors. The staff was helpful and fast. Fast in a good and not so good way. Evan was a pleasure to work with, very detailed, experienced and personable along with the staff. Overall, my experience was a nice one. Food and Drinks were very very good !!
Reviewed on 17-05-2013
carissa garcia (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-11-2012
Evan was FABULOUS!! He handles everything perfectly! The grounds are beautiful, the food is amazing & the price is right!!
Reviewed on 19-11-2012
Wedding Date 02-11-2012
Evan was FABULOUS!! He handles everything perfectly! The grounds are beautiful, the food is amazing & the price is right!!
Reviewed on 19-11-2012
tina king (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-08-2012
The staff at cortlandt colonial were excellent.Evin( the owner)and matrade made sure everything was just the way i wanted. He was a great help in planning my wedding as well.The waterfall outside was beautiful, the food was excellent, and all my guest loved the place and the staff, and food. I had some very picking eaters too.Believe me. (me included.)They even catered to my grandchild. It was an amazing wedding.As the bride i did not have to do anything, Evin ,made sure the guest book , picture frames and the box for the cards were all put out,they did a wonderful job, all i had to do was get married and have fun. The outside was very well matained, the gazebo was beautiful. I would recommend this place for any kind of function, but exspecially a wedding.
Reviewed on 30-08-2012
Wedding Date 12-08-2012
The staff at cortlandt colonial were excellent.Evin( the owner)and matrade made sure everything was just the way i wanted. He was a great help in planning my wedding as well.The waterfall outside was beautiful, the food was excellent, and all my guest loved the place and the staff, and food. I had some very picking eaters too.Believe me. (me included.)They even catered to my grandchild. It was an amazing wedding.As the bride i did not have to do anything, Evin ,made sure the guest book , picture frames and the box for the cards were all put out,they did a wonderful job, all i had to do was get married and have fun. The outside was very well matained, the gazebo was beautiful. I would recommend this place for any kind of function, but exspecially a wedding.
Reviewed on 30-08-2012
Christina Junior (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-07-2012
Planning a wedding long distance had to be one of the hardest things I've ever had to do, especially while my Husband and were trying to finish Graduate School in the D.C. Area. The staff at Cortlandt Colonial were not only gracious and helpful, they made the experience memorable and unique. Our families and friends are STILL talking about what a great time they had: the scenery, the decorations, the FOOD; it was all EXCELLENT! And the best part was that it was super affordable, but the QUALITY was DEFINITELY FIVE STAR ALL THE WAY. I would TOTALLY recommend ANYONE and EVERYONE to go there for their wedding; it was one of the best decisions we made during the wedding planning process, and I would recommend them over and over again.
Reviewed on 18-08-2012
Wedding Date 14-07-2012
Planning a wedding long distance had to be one of the hardest things I've ever had to do, especially while my Husband and were trying to finish Graduate School in the D.C. Area. The staff at Cortlandt Colonial were not only gracious and helpful, they made the experience memorable and unique. Our families and friends are STILL talking about what a great time they had: the scenery, the decorations, the FOOD; it was all EXCELLENT! And the best part was that it was super affordable, but the QUALITY was DEFINITELY FIVE STAR ALL THE WAY. I would TOTALLY recommend ANYONE and EVERYONE to go there for their wedding; it was one of the best decisions we made during the wedding planning process, and I would recommend them over and over again.
Reviewed on 18-08-2012
Ashley Sullivan (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-05-2012
When looking for a venue a big concern for me and my fiance was food allergies. Guests had allergies ranging from nuts, legumes, fruit, and even gluten. The last thing I wanted on my day was fro someone to have to be rushed to the hospital. We met with Evan and he assured us that he'd be able to accomodate all of our concerns. I was a bride on a budget and Evan was able to provide us with a beautiful reception and offered many extras that other venues charged extra for. People are still raving about dinner, which tasted even better than it did at our tasting. Evan was always there to lend a hand and made the wedding-planning process simple. I definitely recommend The Ballroom at Cortlandt Colonial..
Reviewed on 03-06-2012
Wedding Date 20-05-2012
When looking for a venue a big concern for me and my fiance was food allergies. Guests had allergies ranging from nuts, legumes, fruit, and even gluten. The last thing I wanted on my day was fro someone to have to be rushed to the hospital. We met with Evan and he assured us that he'd be able to accomodate all of our concerns. I was a bride on a budget and Evan was able to provide us with a beautiful reception and offered many extras that other venues charged extra for. People are still raving about dinner, which tasted even better than it did at our tasting. Evan was always there to lend a hand and made the wedding-planning process simple. I definitely recommend The Ballroom at Cortlandt Colonial..
Reviewed on 03-06-2012
Jennifer Caputo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-04-2012
My parents were married here 27 years ago so when I began looking at venues this was #1 on my list. No other places I looked at could beat the value here. The owner, Evan, works with you every step of the way to make your wedding exactly what you want. Things ran absolutely perfectly and I didn't have to worry about a thing other than enjoying myself!
Reviewed on 01-05-2012
Wedding Date 13-04-2012
My parents were married here 27 years ago so when I began looking at venues this was #1 on my list. No other places I looked at could beat the value here. The owner, Evan, works with you every step of the way to make your wedding exactly what you want. Things ran absolutely perfectly and I didn't have to worry about a thing other than enjoying myself!
Reviewed on 01-05-2012
Debbie Carr (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-08-2011
I couldn't have asked for a more wonderful place. I had a story book wedding. Everything was perfect from the hall to the staff. Just simply the best. Thanks to all of you at Cortlandt Colonial.
Reviewed on 07-09-2011
Wedding Date 12-08-2011
I couldn't have asked for a more wonderful place. I had a story book wedding. Everything was perfect from the hall to the staff. Just simply the best. Thanks to all of you at Cortlandt Colonial.
Reviewed on 07-09-2011
Alexandria Lanese (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-10-2011
Evan was an amazing help to my fiancee and I. We had a lot of fun planning the reception with him. The food is amazing! The second we walked into our tour of the venue, he sat us down and gave us our taste test--which without a doubt sold us on the spot! His packages are so generous for people on a budget or those who wish to be extravagant. If you are looking for someone who wishes to create a comfortable, family atmosphere for your wedding --then this is the place to go. \r\rOn the day of the wedding, the staff at Cortlandt Colonial set everything up and it looked magical. Really after all the hardwork and details put into the day--it was worth it to see the room all dressed up. All of the staff members were welcoming and professional. The food is out of this world. All of our guests were so happy with this venue. If you have families that love to eat--this is the place for you! No one will go home hungry! After you have your first main course, the staff will come around and say would you like to try something different or have more of what you already tried? Its amazing! I will never forget how great Evan and his staff made our wedding!
Reviewed on 29-08-2011
Wedding Date 15-10-2011
Evan was an amazing help to my fiancee and I. We had a lot of fun planning the reception with him. The food is amazing! The second we walked into our tour of the venue, he sat us down and gave us our taste test--which without a doubt sold us on the spot! His packages are so generous for people on a budget or those who wish to be extravagant. If you are looking for someone who wishes to create a comfortable, family atmosphere for your wedding --then this is the place to go. \r\rOn the day of the wedding, the staff at Cortlandt Colonial set everything up and it looked magical. Really after all the hardwork and details put into the day--it was worth it to see the room all dressed up. All of the staff members were welcoming and professional. The food is out of this world. All of our guests were so happy with this venue. If you have families that love to eat--this is the place for you! No one will go home hungry! After you have your first main course, the staff will come around and say would you like to try something different or have more of what you already tried? Its amazing! I will never forget how great Evan and his staff made our wedding!
Reviewed on 29-08-2011
Jaime Marino (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-08-2011
Evan worked with us through every detail from the start. He helped us with not only the catering, but also question we had about invitations, flowers, etc. Working with Cortlandt Colonial was low stress and on our wedding day they created a beautiful atmosphere with attention to detail. From the moment I arrived on our wedding day, I didn't need to worry about a single thing-Evan and his staff took care of it all. I wouldn't hesitate to book another event here!
Reviewed on 25-08-2011
Wedding Date 07-08-2011
Evan worked with us through every detail from the start. He helped us with not only the catering, but also question we had about invitations, flowers, etc. Working with Cortlandt Colonial was low stress and on our wedding day they created a beautiful atmosphere with attention to detail. From the moment I arrived on our wedding day, I didn't need to worry about a single thing-Evan and his staff took care of it all. I wouldn't hesitate to book another event here!
Reviewed on 25-08-2011
chris carpenter (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-04-2011
We wanted to write a review for Cortlandt Colonial Resturant and Ballroom. From the moment we met with Evan we know we were at home. He was very easy to talk with and also was very informative, with us. He was up front by telling us that he and his family would be running our wedding. He is the chef and his dad,mom and sister all were there for our day. His sister jumped right in to help my wife with here gown during our ceremony. Evan's dad was a get help also organizing our wedding. Our outdoor wedding was beautiful. The ground are beautiful with the waterfall running we loved it. They made a great day. The cocktail hour was great, many table of finger foods never an empty plate. Our guests raved about it. Dinner was hot and well prepared, the meals were made to order well organized. A guest touch was at the end of dinner Evan sent out platters of the three dishes we picked so our guests could have seconds. The cake was amazing from a local bakery. Our guests said it was the best wedding cake they ever had. It was outstanding we recommend this to everyone for price, service and quality. Chris and Fely Carpenter
Reviewed on 09-08-2011
Wedding Date 17-04-2011
We wanted to write a review for Cortlandt Colonial Resturant and Ballroom. From the moment we met with Evan we know we were at home. He was very easy to talk with and also was very informative, with us. He was up front by telling us that he and his family would be running our wedding. He is the chef and his dad,mom and sister all were there for our day. His sister jumped right in to help my wife with here gown during our ceremony. Evan's dad was a get help also organizing our wedding. Our outdoor wedding was beautiful. The ground are beautiful with the waterfall running we loved it. They made a great day. The cocktail hour was great, many table of finger foods never an empty plate. Our guests raved about it. Dinner was hot and well prepared, the meals were made to order well organized. A guest touch was at the end of dinner Evan sent out platters of the three dishes we picked so our guests could have seconds. The cake was amazing from a local bakery. Our guests said it was the best wedding cake they ever had. It was outstanding we recommend this to everyone for price, service and quality. Chris and Fely Carpenter
Reviewed on 09-08-2011
Kimberly Xavier (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-05-2011
My husband and I could not have asked for a more memorable day. Evan, together with his family and staff, went above and beyond to ensure that our May 2011 ceremony and reception were absolutely amazing! The very first night we met Evan while having dinner at the restaurant and got an impromptu tour of the ballroom, pavilion and garden area we decided this was where we wanted to have our wedding. The quality of food, service and attention to detail we received for a package that was within our budget is unbelievable. Working with Evan made the planning process stress-free; he streamlined what we needed, made suggestions along the way and even recommended the florist he had used for his own wedding. Seriously, we got a caterer, wedding planner and day-of-coordinator all in one. When the day finally arrived, we were confident everything was under control. Even though there was a chance of rain, we had no worries knowing Evan would track the weather minute-by-minute on his iPad. It makes a big difference when you trust who you are working with to make any last minute decisions/changes that may be necessary in case any unexpected things come up. Thankfully, the day turned out beautiful. Evan worked with all the vendors making sure the day ran smoothly. As I walked down the aisle, I was delighted to see the beautiful flowers planted in the garden area. The garden and waterfall added another dimension to the backdrop for our day. And most importantly – the FOOD was delicious. We had a couple of additions to our cocktail hour and dessert table to reflect our Hispanic/Portuguese backgrounds. My family and friends could not stop commenting on the cocktail hour, dinner selections, the option for seconds and a chance to taste all three entrees offered. Our guests also enjoyed the late night dessert hour and international coffee table under the pavilion with intimate tables set up under the waterfall. It was the perfect end to a perfect night. We look forward to celebrating many anniversaries, family celebrations, holidays and even casual nights out at Cortlandt Colonial for years to come.
Reviewed on 09-08-2011
Wedding Date 29-05-2011
My husband and I could not have asked for a more memorable day. Evan, together with his family and staff, went above and beyond to ensure that our May 2011 ceremony and reception were absolutely amazing! The very first night we met Evan while having dinner at the restaurant and got an impromptu tour of the ballroom, pavilion and garden area we decided this was where we wanted to have our wedding. The quality of food, service and attention to detail we received for a package that was within our budget is unbelievable. Working with Evan made the planning process stress-free; he streamlined what we needed, made suggestions along the way and even recommended the florist he had used for his own wedding. Seriously, we got a caterer, wedding planner and day-of-coordinator all in one. When the day finally arrived, we were confident everything was under control. Even though there was a chance of rain, we had no worries knowing Evan would track the weather minute-by-minute on his iPad. It makes a big difference when you trust who you are working with to make any last minute decisions/changes that may be necessary in case any unexpected things come up. Thankfully, the day turned out beautiful. Evan worked with all the vendors making sure the day ran smoothly. As I walked down the aisle, I was delighted to see the beautiful flowers planted in the garden area. The garden and waterfall added another dimension to the backdrop for our day. And most importantly – the FOOD was delicious. We had a couple of additions to our cocktail hour and dessert table to reflect our Hispanic/Portuguese backgrounds. My family and friends could not stop commenting on the cocktail hour, dinner selections, the option for seconds and a chance to taste all three entrees offered. Our guests also enjoyed the late night dessert hour and international coffee table under the pavilion with intimate tables set up under the waterfall. It was the perfect end to a perfect night. We look forward to celebrating many anniversaries, family celebrations, holidays and even casual nights out at Cortlandt Colonial for years to come.
Reviewed on 09-08-2011
anne halliday (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-05-2010
My husband and I were married in May of 2010, and still have people telling us what a wonderful time they had at our wedding and how surprised they were to be asked if they wanted seconds on dinner.We also had our cermony in there beautiful waterfall garden. As a woman your wedding day is something you dream about since you are little, and Evan and his staff made it better than I dreamed. Every questioned I had, every concern I had Evan was there with an answer or suggestion. He acted as my personal wedding planner. He listened to how I wanted my day to be, but would also give me some of his ideas. I would recommend anyone to have their wedding here, not only is it a beautiful location, the food is excellent and the price is a steal for the quality of service you will recieve. My husband and I went back there for our one yr anniversary and the service was great also in there restaurant. And made us a special dessert in celebration for our special day.
Reviewed on 08-08-2011
Wedding Date 07-05-2010
My husband and I were married in May of 2010, and still have people telling us what a wonderful time they had at our wedding and how surprised they were to be asked if they wanted seconds on dinner.We also had our cermony in there beautiful waterfall garden. As a woman your wedding day is something you dream about since you are little, and Evan and his staff made it better than I dreamed. Every questioned I had, every concern I had Evan was there with an answer or suggestion. He acted as my personal wedding planner. He listened to how I wanted my day to be, but would also give me some of his ideas. I would recommend anyone to have their wedding here, not only is it a beautiful location, the food is excellent and the price is a steal for the quality of service you will recieve. My husband and I went back there for our one yr anniversary and the service was great also in there restaurant. And made us a special dessert in celebration for our special day.
Reviewed on 08-08-2011
Samantha Ford (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-06-2011
I had my wedding at the Cortlandt Colonial Ballroom in April of 2011. I have to say that my year was filled with tragedy, turmoil and disarray. Planning a wedding just added to list of stressful items. Evan made the process simple and painless. He listenened, made suggestions and alterations to make me and my fiance now husband happy. The best of it all was my wedding day. A day which is usually filled with chaos was smooth and calm. Evan's dad George and all the other staff made the day unforgettable for me and my guest. They let me know all the details a bride should know but are unsure of, cocktail hour was fit for a princess, dinner was like eating at the Waldorf (they asked my guest if they waned seconds or would like to try another main course....unheard of). I not only recommend the Cortlandt Colonial ballroom to you but have recommended it to several friends. l
Reviewed on 03-08-2011
Wedding Date 18-06-2011
I had my wedding at the Cortlandt Colonial Ballroom in April of 2011. I have to say that my year was filled with tragedy, turmoil and disarray. Planning a wedding just added to list of stressful items. Evan made the process simple and painless. He listenened, made suggestions and alterations to make me and my fiance now husband happy. The best of it all was my wedding day. A day which is usually filled with chaos was smooth and calm. Evan's dad George and all the other staff made the day unforgettable for me and my guest. They let me know all the details a bride should know but are unsure of, cocktail hour was fit for a princess, dinner was like eating at the Waldorf (they asked my guest if they waned seconds or would like to try another main course....unheard of). I not only recommend the Cortlandt Colonial ballroom to you but have recommended it to several friends. l
Reviewed on 03-08-2011
Donna Zebrowski (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-05-2011
In April 2001,Dec.2009, May 2011 we had the absolute pleasure of having all 3 weddings at the Cortlandt Colonial Ballroom. the service was outstanding. The care and personalization they gave each wedding was beyond expectations. I had one daughter who was very particular to her wedding plans and Evan just made it all work to exactly what she wanted. 2001 and 2011 weddings the ceromonies were on there also. Everything went to the T. The food was beyond what all the guests thought it would be and they definatly never left hungry. Only one wedding at a time goes on there. The host is present at all times to make sure things role smoothly. The cost was extremly reasonable. We as parents having our own wedding in 2001, giving our 2 daughters weddings 2009, 2011... We thank you Evan Liaskos from the bottom of our hearts for weddings and memeories of a life time. \r\rDonna and Charles Zebrowski
Reviewed on 03-08-2011
Wedding Date 06-05-2011
In April 2001,Dec.2009, May 2011 we had the absolute pleasure of having all 3 weddings at the Cortlandt Colonial Ballroom. the service was outstanding. The care and personalization they gave each wedding was beyond expectations. I had one daughter who was very particular to her wedding plans and Evan just made it all work to exactly what she wanted. 2001 and 2011 weddings the ceromonies were on there also. Everything went to the T. The food was beyond what all the guests thought it would be and they definatly never left hungry. Only one wedding at a time goes on there. The host is present at all times to make sure things role smoothly. The cost was extremly reasonable. We as parents having our own wedding in 2001, giving our 2 daughters weddings 2009, 2011... We thank you Evan Liaskos from the bottom of our hearts for weddings and memeories of a life time. \r\rDonna and Charles Zebrowski
Reviewed on 03-08-2011
Debbie Mcdonald (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-05-2011
Initially looking at the Cortlandt Colonial I wasn't impressed, but my fiance told me to consider it again because he wasn't happy with the other places we saw. It's not as flashy or over the top as many of the big wedding factories, but what they lack in glitz and glamour, they make up in the quality of their food and service. We met with Evan and George (who were both there on the day of my wedding as well), and saw how much they care about making us happy. They only hold one party at a time so we had their full attention on our wedding day. I'm glad that we chose this place to host our wedding. The gardens were beautiful, especially for our ceremony and the cocktail hour. The room was decorated nicely and they even put out all of our favors for us in the exact special ways we asked. Having the huge bridal suite to get ready in with my own private bathroom really helped too since I had a big bridal party and all the girls got ready on-site. My guests keep telling me that it was the best food they EVER had at a wedding. I knew that after I had done a food tasting before even booking with them, and the food the day of the wedding was just as awesome. The service staff made it so we felt as if we never had to lift a finger. anything we needed was seemingly there before we even asked. I'm so glad we stayed away from the Wedding Factory type of catering hall and trusted our special day to the Cortlandt Colonial. I guess you can say I am biased, but I feel that they are one of the main reasons my wedding was perfect. The biggest bonus was that everything was reasonably priced too.
Reviewed on 02-08-2011
Wedding Date 07-05-2011
Initially looking at the Cortlandt Colonial I wasn't impressed, but my fiance told me to consider it again because he wasn't happy with the other places we saw. It's not as flashy or over the top as many of the big wedding factories, but what they lack in glitz and glamour, they make up in the quality of their food and service. We met with Evan and George (who were both there on the day of my wedding as well), and saw how much they care about making us happy. They only hold one party at a time so we had their full attention on our wedding day. I'm glad that we chose this place to host our wedding. The gardens were beautiful, especially for our ceremony and the cocktail hour. The room was decorated nicely and they even put out all of our favors for us in the exact special ways we asked. Having the huge bridal suite to get ready in with my own private bathroom really helped too since I had a big bridal party and all the girls got ready on-site. My guests keep telling me that it was the best food they EVER had at a wedding. I knew that after I had done a food tasting before even booking with them, and the food the day of the wedding was just as awesome. The service staff made it so we felt as if we never had to lift a finger. anything we needed was seemingly there before we even asked. I'm so glad we stayed away from the Wedding Factory type of catering hall and trusted our special day to the Cortlandt Colonial. I guess you can say I am biased, but I feel that they are one of the main reasons my wedding was perfect. The biggest bonus was that everything was reasonably priced too.
Reviewed on 02-08-2011
Tara T (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-06-2011
When we were searching for a venue, we wanted to be the only wedding at the time. Evan and his staff at Cortlandt Colonial were awesome! Evan is great and works with you during every step of the way. He is great at keeping you stress free and at customizing your wedding. There was a certain appetizer i wanted during cocktail hour and Evan made it happen. We were having my friend sing our wedding song and once again there was no problem and everything was all set when we got there. The food here is so delicious and to die for. Consistent every time we visited the restaurant. Their wedding packages are affordable and the best value for your money in the entire westchester country area. I can wait to have other milestone parties here!
Reviewed on 27-07-2011
Wedding Date 04-06-2011
When we were searching for a venue, we wanted to be the only wedding at the time. Evan and his staff at Cortlandt Colonial were awesome! Evan is great and works with you during every step of the way. He is great at keeping you stress free and at customizing your wedding. There was a certain appetizer i wanted during cocktail hour and Evan made it happen. We were having my friend sing our wedding song and once again there was no problem and everything was all set when we got there. The food here is so delicious and to die for. Consistent every time we visited the restaurant. Their wedding packages are affordable and the best value for your money in the entire westchester country area. I can wait to have other milestone parties here!
Reviewed on 27-07-2011
Virginia Schaefer (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-10-2006
The owners were exceptionally accomodating. Had lots of recommendations for other areas of wedding planning such as florist and DJ. The food was more than incredible and they took care of everything! And the pricing was extremely reasonable. They are the best!;This place was terrific. The only thing bad about this is if you are from out of town there aren't many nice hotels in the area but I heard that Cortlandt Colonial itself is building their own hotel next door. Good deal.
Reviewed on 10-05-2010
94 Reviews, with a Rating of 4.97 out of 5.0Wedding Date 29-10-2006
The owners were exceptionally accomodating. Had lots of recommendations for other areas of wedding planning such as florist and DJ. The food was more than incredible and they took care of everything! And the pricing was extremely reasonable. They are the best!;This place was terrific. The only thing bad about this is if you are from out of town there aren't many nice hotels in the area but I heard that Cortlandt Colonial itself is building their own hotel next door. Good deal.
Reviewed on 10-05-2010
Contact Info for Cortlandt Colonial Manor
| Contact | Value |
|---|---|
| https://www.facebook.com/cortlandtcolonialweddings | |
| X (Twitter) | Cortlandt Colonial Manor |
| Cortlandt Colonial Manor | |
| Website | www.ccmweddings.com |
| Phone | (914) 739-3900 |
| Address | 5714 Albany Post Rd, Cortlandt Manor, NY, 10567 |
| info@CCMweddings.com |
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Meet the Cortlandt Colonial Manor Team
Evan Liaskos (Owner) Hi, I'm Evan Liaskos. I am the second generation owner of the Cortlandt Colonial Manor. I personally work with each couple who hosts their wedding at the CCM, from initial tours until the final goodbye after the wedding, I am here to assist with all of your wedding planning needs. Working with each couple to create custom tailored wedding experiences that exceed the expectations of every couple and their guests has become my specialty. I have also become very experienced in the past few years with long-distance wedding planning for couples who live far away from our location in New York.
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