Waterloo Village

All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $19,000

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests

About this venue

Featuring a working mill, blacksmith shop, active church, and several beautiful historic houses, Waterloo Village is a time capsule surrounded by an air of tranquil beauty. With its rich history, Waterloo Village is the perfect setting for weddings. Boasting two spectacular indoor event spaces—the newly-renovated meeting house and the rustic pavilion—in addition to its spacious outdoor compound, Waterloo has the resources and ambiance to make your special occasion a memorable success. As a remarkably well-preserved example of a 19th-Century canal town and the site of a 400-year-old Lenape Indian village, Waterloo Village is an incredibly valuable piece of New Jersey history. Waterloo is open to the public as part of Allamuchy Mountain State Park and home to many events and educational programs to teach and inform visitors about the past. When you choose Waterloo Village as the setting for your event, a portion of proceeds will go towards the preservation and restoration of the site.

Seated guest capacity

40-200

Venue type

Farms, Barns, Ranches
Historic Estates, Mansions
Lodges, Retreats
Parks, Gardens
Vineyards, Wineries

Venue setting

Covered Outdoor
Indoor

525 Waterloo Rd, Stanhope, NJ 07874

Our event spaces

Waterloo Village

An enchanting village from another time.

Located on the Musconetcong River within the heart of New Jersey’s Allamuchy Mountain State Park, this beautifully restored 19th-Century canal town is a charming backdrop for any special event. This elegant structure frames couples beautifully for their wedding day. Couples can also opt for an outdoor ceremony under the boughs of an old tree, framed by a wedding arch or arbor. This park also has two structural facilities couples can use for their wedding. The meeting house, which accomadates up to 200 guests and the rustic pavilion both offer indoor locations where couples can host their wedding safe from inclement weather and the chill of night. Here, couples will find magnificent stone fireplaces, weather backdrops, and grand wooden columns.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“A return to the past”

Waterloo Village

An enchanting village from another time.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“A return to the past”

Available services that can be provided by Waterloo Village

Services & amenities

Bar services
Catering services
Clean up
Dance floor
Dressing room / Bridal Suite
Event coordinator
Event rentals
Event staff
Liability insurance
Pet friendly
Service staff
Wedding cake services
Wheelchair accessible

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

14 reviews

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Emily D.
Rating: 5
•Jun 2
Bride
We chose Waterloo Village for our wedding and couldn't have been happier with our decision. From the first conversation, the team made everything a breeze with their helpful guidance and kind demeanor that instantly made us feel comfortable, like they were our friends. The venue itself is absolutely gorgeous with spacious grounds that gave us room to dream big for our celebration. What sets Waterloo Village apart is how unique the setting is—we got compliments from guests all night about how different and special the space felt compared to typical wedding venues. The staff's superior communication throughout the planning process meant we never had to worry or guess about what was happening next. We'd recommend Waterloo Village to any couple looking for a venue that combines stunning beauty with genuine care and attention.
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Stephanie R.
Rating: 5
•May 30
Absolutely Incredible
From our first conversation through our wedding day, Waterloo Village made the entire process feel easy and stress-free. Our coordinator Carolyn was wonderful to work with, and the whole staff kept us fed and looked after from start to finish. What really stood out was how they anticipated our needs without us even asking—they were constantly there to help us and our bridal party have a smooth experience. The venue itself is absolutely breathtaking with its romantic, historic charm, and the alpacas were such a fun surprise that our guests couldn't stop talking about! The team truly goes above and beyond for their couples, and we couldn't have asked for a better place to start our new beginning. We highly recommend Waterloo Village to anyone looking for a special and unique wedding day.
MB
Michelle & B.
Rating: 5
•Apr 4, 2026
Waterloo Wedding
Our wedding at Waterloo was amazing! Everyone who works there, especially Nic, were so kind and helpful and made our day so special. From the initial meetings to the execution on the day of, we were so impressed. There is so much included in their packages and it all comes together beautifully. Would recommend to any couple.
DG
Dylan & G.
Rating: 5
•Mar 23, 2026
Waterloo was perfect!
Waterloo Village was the perfect choice for our wedding venue. From the moment we first reached out, their communication was quick, detailed, and easy. The team answered all of our questions and made the planning process seamless. On the day of, the venue was absolutely gorgeous - the rustic, breathtaking setting was everything we had envisioned. Christine and her team ensured our wedding went as smoothly as possible, taking care of every detail so we could simply enjoy the moment. And the food was phenomenal, (I think almost every guest told us that as well) Waterloo Village truly made our special day even better than we hoped.
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Ashley A.
Rating: 5
•Oct 16, 2025
Bride now wife
Waterloo Village was an absolutely amazing venue for our wedding! From the first time we visited, the staff was awesome and always friendly, making the entire planning process a breeze. The venue itself was perfect - the grounds provided beautiful backdrops for our ceremony and photos, and the indoor space was just gorgeous for our reception. Everything about Waterloo Village exceeded our expectations, and our guests were blown away by how beautiful and well-organized the whole day was. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding venue and highly recommend Waterloo Village to any couple looking to get married!