The Best Beach & Waterfront Wedding Venues in Stratford, NY

The Best Beach & Waterfront Wedding Venues in Stratford, NY

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9 Wedding Venues in Stratford, NY

Beaches, waterfront settings
150-200 guests
Available on May 30, 2026
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The Barrack's Inn 

5.0

Sackets Harbor, NY
  • Up to 230 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $5,000

We are an upscale wedding venue with both inside and outside seating located directly on picturesque Lake Ontario with our 1600 square foot dock over it. The Barrack’s Inn stone center building was the first building built in the War of 1812 to be the bakery. It is on the historic national register. Inside we can seat 150 people, while outside we can seat an additional 100 people. We are happy to make any and all food requests and we feature all-inclusive packages which include: flowers, table decorating, music, photography, cake and desserts, ceremony, favors and all food and beverages.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Rustic charm with elegance
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away
  • Allows pets

Venue considerations

  • No on-site bridal suite
  • No on-premises lodging options
  • On-site parking not available
Awarded Best of Zola
We had our wedding at The Barracks Inn last month (Labor Day 2022). What a beautiful venue, the view can't be beat, the reception/dinner room is beautiful, the food was wonderful. And the drinks were perfect! The owner was so accommodating with all of my quirky plans - never complained, listened to what we wanted and made it all happen. We are picky so this is really something. The sound system is great - really over the top from what you would normally expect. Dancing on the beautiful deck that sits out on the water was heaven. We could have danced until dawn. I heartily recommend this venue and Kim (the owner) as "the" place to have your wedding, anniversary party, birthday party, or just a party party! You will be very pleased with the whole process.
Elise Ambrose & J., 3 years ago
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Blenheim Hill Farm 

5.0

  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $30,000

Blenheim Hill Farm is a heavenly wedding destination in the Catskills mountains. We grow the food and cook it for you in ​our ​own kitchen. You don't have to worry about outside catering, rentals, or even a planner. Our in-house team—at the farm and at our NYC restaurant—help you every step of the way, and everything is included. Our historic farmhouse ​onsite ​is a gorgeously appointed sanctuary for you and your family, and sleeps up to 20 guests. With over 15 years in farm-to-table dining and destination weddings, we are committed to hosting your best-day-ever with extraordinary attention to detail, making it a very personal experience. Please read our couples reviews. Blenheim is located a little over 2.5 hours from NYC.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Classic, vintage atmosphere
  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Unique barn setting

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • No free parking
Awarded Best of Zola
Blenheim is a beautiful property and the perfect location for a Catskills wedding. Min and Morton are accommodating owners who made sure all of our needs were considered and facilitated. If you want to have an upscale barn wedding that is a highly memorable affair this is absolutely the venue for you! The food is amazing, the staff is on top of everything (shoutout to Rosie!), and the setting is gorgeous. We had multiple wedding events (welcome party, wedding, after party and farewell brunch) and every one was amazing!
Carrie S., 8 months ago
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The Rosemary at Spano Lake 

5.0

Schenevus, NY
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $6,000

Discover The Rosemary at Spano Lake - the latest addition to Upstate New York's stunning outdoor wedding and events venues. Just a short drive from the historical town of Cooperstown, The Rosemary offers a picturesque setting for your special occasion. Encompassing a vast expanse of 325 acres, this private waterfront location is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, making it the perfect choice for your wedding or private gathering. Experience the magic of a secluded and intimate celebration beside the tranquil waters of our private lake, creating unforgettable moments that will be treasured forever.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Pets can join the celebration
  • Bridal suite on site

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you don't want a rustic vibe
  • Requires outside catering services
  • No on-premises lodging options
Awarded Best of Zola
Jackie and Danny Spano have created something special with the Rosemary at Spano Lake. I had the good fortune to get married at the Rosemary this May, and my husband and I are so grateful that the Rosemary will forever be part of our memory of our wedding day. It is objectively a beautiful place to get married with gorgeous vistas of the lake and the woods and flawlessly manicured grounds. It also feels intimate because you and your guests are truly welcomed into the Spanos' home. Jackie and Danny went above and beyond to ensure our guests were comfortable and happy on a day when the weather didn't fully cooperate by setting up the site, getting us heaters, doling out umbrellas, and working with us to host our ceremony in a window when the clouds parted. Even though they weren't coordinators for the event, the Spanos did everything they could to make sure we were getting the most out of our day. Aside from the remarkable couple running the Rosemary, this venue has so much more available for you than the average outdoor venue, including handmade harvest tables, a bridal suite, chairs for your guests, and a sailcloth tent. I couldn't recommend it enough.
Samantha S., 14 days ago
The Lodge on Echo Lake 

5.0

Warrensburg, NY
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

Nestled against the stunning backdrop of wooded pines and 35 acres of pristine Echo Lake, The Lodge is a rare gem and one of Adirondack’s most popular destination wedding venues. Whether you are looking for a single-day or a fun-filled weekend celebration, The Lodge is perfect for your special event! The Lodge on Echo Lake’s intimate size and pristine Adirondack location offers you, your families and guests a genuinely unique setting – that is warm, rustic and elegant – for your wedding celebration. Just 10 minutes from Lake George, The Lodge is famous for its service excellence, delicious cuisine and creatively planned wedding receptions and private functions. Your wedding will be talked about for years!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Has a relaxed and casual vibe

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • Additional event staff required
  • Lighting and sound are not included
The Lodge on Echo Lake was the perfect venue for our wedding. Kathy was always available and quick to respond, making the planning process a breeze. The venue itself is beautiful, with a cozy and rustic atmosphere that made our special day even more magical. The staff were amazing and extremely kind, making us and our families feel like this was the only wedding they had all year. The level of detail was incredible, and we couldn't thank The Lodge on Echo Lake and their staff enough for such an amazing day. The lodge and location were beautiful, and the lodging on site was updated and super comfortable for our guests.
Emma C., 8 months ago
Lake George Waterfront Cruises 

5.0

Lake George, NY
  • Up to 400 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $5,000

Set sail with Waterfront Cruises, a yacht venue hosting weddings on one of two boats in the Lake George, New York area. Couples looking for a waterfront wedding can't get much closer to the water than aboard one of these ships, which have space for ceremonies and dining alike. These venues set sail from the southern shores of Lake George, conveniently located right off of I-87. Facilities and Capacity Couples can choose to celebrate their special day on one of two boats, which can hold as many as 400 guests. The Horicon, Waterfront Cruises’ wooden yacht stretching an impressive 85 feet long, shines with two glass-enclosed decks. The larger boat, the Adirondac, is a 115 luxury cruise ship trimmed with mahogany and cedar along all three decks and modeled after late 19th century touring ships. For couples seeking a waterfront venue but not quite sure of their sea legs, the Restaurant’s private deck hosts smaller and more intimate affairs.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Accommodates more than 200 guests
  • Multiple event spaces
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
We had our dream wedding reception aboard the Adirondac! The staff, decor, food and experience was one our guests are still raving about, years later. The photos are perfection... we absolutely loved this venue!!
KC W., 2 years ago
Courtyard by Marriott Lake George 

5.0

Lake George, NY
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

Whether you’re planning an intimate outdoor affair or a grand celebration for up to 200 guests, Courtyard Marriott is the ideal wedding venue in the heart of Lake George. Two ballrooms, as well as a rooftop terrace, and three separate event spaces along with our seasoned catering and culinary teams help create memorable moments while bringing your vision to life. From menu tastings to a champagne toast our wedding packages have all of the details covered for your special day and can be customized to create a personalized experience for you and your guests. A Mazzone Hospitality Wedding specialist will attend to each aspect of your event, leaving you relaxed and energized to revel in the joy of your celebration.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides event staff
  • Classic seating dinner
  • Handles all cleanup logistics

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • No on-site bridal suite
Marcia and her team at the Marriott helped make our day amazing! She was very patient with us and our multiple changes along the way. The chef, bartenders, servers, and everyone in between did a lovely job at both our welcome event and our reception. While some communication was difficult along the way, Marcia really prioritized us in the couple weeks leading up to the wedding. If we could redo, we would have our wedding here again.
The C., 7 months ago
The Inn at Erlowest 

5.0

Lake George, NY
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

Experience the wedding of your dreams on the shores of Lake George, in a turn-of-the-century castle. Onsite accommodations, lakeside ceremony sites, onsite catering and coordinators help to make your wedding day exactly how you envision.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Designed for grand celebrations
  • Dressing room available
  • Caters to out-of-town guests

Venue considerations

  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • Lighting and sound are not included
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
The Inn at Erlowest was the perfect venue for our special day. From signing to the day of, the staff was efficient, organized, and friendly in their communication - especially the onsite wedding coordinator. LeAnna and her team were so knowledgeable and good at their jobs that I never stressed about the event. All good vibes! They helped coordinate all of our details; from the night before BBQ, to table linens to photographs of two large families, keeping everything running smoothly and on time. The venue itself is breathtaking. Guests are still telling us that they’re never seen a more beautiful ceremony location, and the reception space is a perfect mix of elegant and down to earth that we were aiming for. The staff truly helped make this the best day of our lives by creating a seamless, stress-free event that allowed us to focus on celebrating with our loved ones. If anything event wrong, I have no idea! We couldn't have asked for more from our venue and highly recommend The Inn at Erlowest to any couple looking for a magical wedding location with top of their game staff. I wish we could do it again!
Julie M., 9 months ago
The White House on the Lake 
Lake Pleasant, NY
  • Up to 500 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $2,500

The White House on the Lake sits on 120 acres on picturesque Lake Pleasant, surrounded by mountains in the Adirondack State Park located in New York State. The venue consists of a well manicured lawn as far as the eyes can see, a lake front attached to a beautiful beach and a elegant boat house plus a bridal room located inside of the house.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Accommodates more than 200 guests
  • Unique barn setting
  • Has a dance floor for celebration

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you're looking for a sleek and contemporary space
  • No in-house catering options
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
Great Pines 
Old Forge, NY
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

This 100-year-old Adirondack Great Camp has shared many memories through its years! Completely renovated in 2015, this beautiful space has become a wedding destination for the coziest rustic elegance in the Old Forge area! Enjoy an Adirondack escape with a weekend getaway wedding perfect for all rustic couples!! Set on over 13 private acres and 600 feet of prime waterfront on the region’s most popular lake, Fourth Lake, Great Pines has 29 hotel rooms split between The Lodge 9 elevated King rooms, 3 Cabins, and 17 Motel- Style rooms, all of which reflect the history and character of the Adirondacks. Wake up watching the sun come over the surrounding mountains and fall asleep In the serenity of the Adirondacks.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Has a dance floor for celebration

Venue considerations

  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • Not wheelchair accessible

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About wedding venues in Stratford, NY

Why is New York the Perfect Wedding Destination?

New York gives you incredible variety for your special day, from Manhattan's iconic skyline to the charming countryside of Upstate. You can enjoy timeless elegance at The Plaza Hotel with its grand ballrooms overlooking Central Park, or take in breathtaking panoramic views of Manhattan at Tribeca Rooftop. Brooklyn offers photography-friendly industrial-chic spaces like The Foundry with its character-filled exposed brick and factory windows. Head Upstate and you'll find City Winery Hudson Valley where your celebration unfolds against the backdrop of a working vineyard with mountain views that change beautifully with each season. April sees the most wedding inquiries in New York, showing just how many couples are drawn to the region during spring's beautiful blooming season.

What's the Reality of Wedding Costs in New York?

Expect to pay more for your New York wedding than the national average of $6,500-$12,000 for venues alone. New York venues typically cost around $16,709 which makes up about 22% of your total wedding budget. Your overall costs will vary based on how many guests you're hosting:

Guest CountTotal Wedding Budget
50 guests (small wedding)$32,316
100 guests$54,844
150 guests$76,011
200 guests$94,911
250 guests$113,810
300 guests (large wedding)$132,709

Your other major expenses will include catering at $13,367 (18%), bar services running $10,694 (14%), florals at $8,177 (11%), planners costing $6,044 (8%), photography at $5,119 (7%), videography at $4,622 (6%), entertainment at $2,298 (3%), cake and desserts at $1,067 (1%), and hair and makeup averaging $550 (1%).

How Do NYC Wedding Venues Compare to Upstate Locations?

NYC venues offer you urban sophistication with distinctive skyline views. At Tribeca Rooftop + 360° you'll enjoy floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing Manhattan panoramas while The Plaza presents opulent ballrooms featuring chandeliers ornate molding and gold accents. The 620 Loft & Garden gives you a stunning rooftop terrace overlooking St. Patrick's Cathedral and Fifth Avenue.

Upstate venues surround you with natural beauty and historic architecture. City Winery Hudson Valley welcomes you to a renovated factory featuring vaulted ceilings stone walls and vineyard views. You can host up to 350 guests here and customize your outdoor ceremony areas to create exactly the atmosphere you're dreaming of.

Which New York Venues Offer Outstanding Culinary Experiences?

You can treat your guests to Two Michelin star cuisine at Manhatta perched 60 floors high in the Financial District where Executive Chef Justin Bogle creates memorable dishes like hamachi and black truffle dumplings. The River Cafe in Brooklyn serves Michelin-starred cuisine featuring Hudson Valley foie gras and Nantucket Bay scallops with Brooklyn Bridge views right outside your window. For a farm-to-table experience Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Westchester County offers cuisine sourced directly from their on-site farm with their HayLoft space accommodating anywhere from 40 to 260 guests.

Where Can You Find Accessible Wedding Venues in New York?

For couples prioritizing accessibility 620 Loft & Garden offers customizable settings that can work with various needs though you'll want to confirm specific features during your planning. Prospect Park Boathouse and Central Park Conservatory Garden provide accessible options with proper pathways for all your guests. Always ask about specific accommodations like wheelchair ramps elevators and accessible restrooms when you're researching potential venues to ensure everyone can fully participate in your celebration.

How Can Guests Participate Remotely at New York Weddings?

Historic Manhattan venues can make remote guests feel included by incorporating virtual tours during ceremony breaks while Midtown Loft & Terrace supports interactive platforms that go beyond simple passive streaming. You might consider venues in Chelsea or SoHo that can enhance those famous skyline views with live streaming that includes interactive elements like virtual photobooths live chats or virtual toasts. These features help create genuine engagement for participants joining your special day from afar.

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