Ballyowen Golf Club at Crystal Springs Resort. We had such a great night and we feel we got more than we paid for! y and health protocols very seriously across all of its properties. Though the wedding ended at 11, no one rushed us out of the space, which we appreciated since we were all still enjoying the evening and the fire pit! Our coordinator, Silje, was so great and answered every question and email quickly and with lots of patience (and I had lots of questions!) Im unable to edit my wedding date in this review to the correct rescheduled date of 6/6/21, but the Ballyowen venue and grounds are just breathtaking!! Where do I start when writing a review on my mind-reading friend Luis? Private Full-Day Santiago City and Wine Tour. Rating 74.1. Our guests are still raving about the food! Slope 134. They will not let you down. They both made our night the best day ever and we can never thank them enough. The Bailigh Bluff House accommodates up to 150 guests for your reception and overlooks the gently rolling fairways of Ballyowen Golf Club and the mountains beyond. It was chillier and wetter than we had hoped, and we finally decided later that day to move the ceremony into the pavilion instead of their outside location. In short, if you want beautiful scenery, great food and hassle free service, ballyowen is a winner. The ceremony backdrop will be an array of craggy knolls, quarries, and tall native grasses of seasonal colors. From the lush fields to the vintage indoor dcor, this space will add a timeless, elegant ambience to your special day. She even set up 100+ little succulents with our table cards in them! My bridesmaids told me that they had to yell at staff to get them to finally set the reception room and decorations up, close to ceremony time. Ballyowen has stunning grounds for amazing photos, especially at sunset. Ryan & Christina, stions we had. I felt like I did not have to do anything just show up thanks to Silje and Michael. Thank you for the wonderful review. Recommended. We had 40 rooms booked at Minerals, our rehearsal dinner at Crystal Springs Country Club and our post-wedding breakfast in a private room at Minerals. We booked them in 2019 for our original June 2020 wedding date and were so grateful for the ease of the booking and covid rescheduling processes. Our 10/09 wedding was a dream come true all thanks to the staff at Ballyowen. He is a true professional at what he does and a huge asset to Ballyowen with Luis on your side, rest assured your wedding will take off without a hitch! When we toured this venue it had been our first, and I did not need to see any others, I am so happy we went with my gut feeling, it was everything I could have ever wanted. The food was amazing and I was blown away by how beautiful our cake was too! He was the silent, hidden star of my wedding day. From the very beginning of the wedding process, both of these individuals did everything they could, answered every annoying question possible, to ensure that we had everything we needed for our big day. When our band was stuck in traffic and going to be late for our ceremony, Luis dealt with everything and didn't even tell us until our ceremony was over! Weeks leading up to the wedding Silje was amazing. If I could get married again, I would do it there again in a heartbeat. The setting and buildings are beautiful for a fall wedding. And speaking of food earlier, there was an abundance of it and people raved about how amazing it was! Stefani and Christopher's wedding day was picturesque! That brings us to the big day. dgeable, personable and patient. Unless, of course, you are working with Luis and HIS crew at BOGC. Apparently there were almost 15 guests who made it to Ballyowen just before the ceremony because there wasn't enough room in the previous shuttle. There was the potential for thunderstorms on our day and he tracked the weather all day, kept me calm, informed, and had a plan all day on top of his general responsibilities. It truly added to the ambiance of the wedding. Luis is AMAZING!! Christine and her girls got ready on-site, while Steve and his guys got ready at nearby Minerals Hotel. We were able to s Our daughter and son-in-law got married at Ballyowen in September 2018 and we could not have asked for a more perfect event! The course sprawls across 250 acres of rolling farmland that overlooks the Walkill River. Ballyowen Golf Club Paper lanterns hung from the ceiling during the reception, and cast a soft glow on the festivities. We did not have to worry about a single thing. drink in our hand thanks to Luis and his staff. Social Gatherings . The icing on the cake was how affordable Ballyowen was compared to other venues we inquired about with less than Ballyowens top notch service. She was super organized, and always answered emails (even when I asked her 100 questions!). The team members we worked with - Julie Hoffmann, Sarah Mugavero, and Silje Rendine - were so responsive every step of the way and really went out of their way to accommodate every special request or change we made to ensure that our day was perfect. Indoor receptions can be hosted in the Clubhouse, which features natural stone architecture and dark wooden floors and walls. Our pictures from our ceremony are amazing. be faithful to each other through thick and thin and eagerly await for your wedding day to arrive. eir tables to mingle or wait at the bar or photo booth. We are so thankful for example that Silje still took us out on the golf cart for photos despite the 95 degree weather on our wedding day! Brent and I had visited so many venues for our wedding, we were looking for a venue that allowed for organic natural decor and our love for the outdoors to be indoors. She even helped decorate my sweetheart table and made sure everything was were it was supposed to be for the reception! From the moment we saw Ballyowen we knew we had to get married there. It was so nice meeting My husband and I got married at Ballyowen a few weeks ago and it was truly the most amazing and perfect day. Overall, the food and atmosphere were amazing and our family and friends could not stop talking about what a great time they had. Laura & John Filipek. Our wedding day went so smoothly with their help, the venue is absolutely gorgeous if you love rustic glam, and the views were breath taking! Our wedding day was absolutely perfect. The next morning when we went to pick up all of our decorations, he had already gotten everything together and it was all waiting for us! With the package, we had a "honeymoon suite" included--this was not a suite but just a regular hotel room at Minerals. From the moment I walked on to the grounds of Ballyowen I knew it was the place I was going to get married. The outdoor ceremony space has the most incredible views and is perfectly maintained. Length 7094 yards. Our guests cannot stop talking about how beautiful the ceremony location was. I am so close to hiring a lawyer. The Bagwell's. Thank you Luis!!! Our wedding coordinator Silje was very helpful and responsive throughout the whole process and made the day go super smooth. The staff were always there to answer any questions/concerns from day 1! Our guests raved about the view, as well as the food selection during cocktail hour. The entire day was Oh man- where do I start with Ballyowen and their staff? We loved our matire-dhe checked in on us frequently and kept the night moving without making us feel rushed. Find wedding inspiration that fits your style with photos from real couples, Sit back and relax with travel info + exclusive deals for the hottest honeymoon destinations. We had our rehearsal dinner in the Chestnut Room at Grand Cascades and breakfast the morning after our wedding in the Garden Room, food and service was great at both. He even set up a private cocktail hour for us after our ceremony so that we could enjoy some food. Balloywen definitely fit the bill - throw in Luis and Silje and there was honestly no place better. Our day to night was PERFECT. All of our guests keep raving about the night and we could not be happier! It was inconvenient for guests to have to spend the time to call reservations instead of being able to book online. This scenic golf course features a beautiful gazebo that can serve as a romantic location for your ceremony. All that's missing is the sound of bagpipes (not . Ballyowen Golf Club is an absolute dream venue. My husband and I were never without food or a drink in our hand thanks to Luis and his staff. It was $130 per person, which is steep (includes cart). Ballyowen Golf Club is a stunning wedding venue ideally situated in Hamburg, NJ. Excuses after excuses have been heard, and I'm tired of it. From the incredible landscape, delicious food, and wonderful service, they truly have it all. Thank you all so much for the best day of our lives <333. :). It all went off without a hitch thanks to the amazing and accommodating staff! We truly felt they cared about us and our experience. Our pictures from our ceremony are amazing. uld dream up, you've found your venue. The resort has 3 additional venues to host weddings including the Grand Cascades Lodge, Minerals Hotel, and Black Bear Golf Club. . We felt so well taken care of by Louis, Julie, Silje and Jen right from the very first corresponding email up to the very last centerpiece being packed up to go home. Ballyowen hit all those checkmarks for us. From first being in contact with their wedding sales manager, Julie, we knew Ballyowen was the perfect venue for our big day. Our Maitre D, Laurie, was so attentive. The golf course features a plush green fairway, which is a truly picturesque location for sun-kissed photo sessions. The ambiance, the food and the staff were all incredible and I'm so glad we chose this venue. My husband and I made sure to eat our food that night and we were so glad we did not only did we enjoy it, but to this day months later, all of our guests tell us how amazing all of their food was and it was the best they have ever ate at any of the weddings they've ever been to. Nothing was out of the question and they helped us make sure everything was ready and in place for our big day. 2. Over all it was the best day of my life, and we are so happy we chose this venue to host. Nicole and Peggy were both amazing to work with and made sure every de From the food to our coordinators, everything about this venue screams wedding! Julie helped coordinate everything for us and was a pleasure to work with, while Mike Mikulich, our maitre d was fantastic as well. It truly added to the ambiance of the wedding. Luckily the weather was great and we had the ceremony outside. Celebrate your special day with a Celtic style country club wedding at Ballyowen Golf Club. Julie, Silje, and our matre D Luis were all wonderful to work with. Name. Ballyowen is simply gorgeous. Promising one another that you'll We recently had our wedding at Ballyowen Golf Club. Exchange vows atop 250 beautiful sprawling acres with 360 degree vista views of rolling farmland, craggy knolls, plunging quarries, tall native grasses, and plush green golf course fairway. The food was fabulous,though I admit I did not spend much time eating. I chose ballyowen for my wedding bc it is absolutely breathe taking. The food included in the base price is already pretty high end and so delicious that any additions felt unnecessary and wouldn't have been worth the added cost. We had the wedding of our dreams thanks to everyone at Ballyowen!! The venue is stunning and the view is absolutely beautiful for pictures. A huge stand out for this venue is the service. Outdoor ceremonies of up to 150 attendees can enjoy The Pavilion and flourishing gardens, with the alpine landscape behind creating an unforgettable vision. The other big selling point for us was the fact that it was a resort. All the workers wore masks though, so they care if their worker spreads the disease, but not if they catch it. Mimi and Anthony had the most beautiful Ballyowen Golf Club Wedding a few weeks ago! I later found out that he provided several family members and friends with Flip flops if their feet hurt!! Just had our wedding there last weekend, and we could not have been happier. She was even so helpful the day of the wedding, which we are grateful for! Get your competitor hat on in this safe and fun environment. Anything we needed, they were there. Cheers to the bride and groom for a life filled with good health and happiness :). We had about 100 people and it felt like the perfect amount for Ballyowen - I wouldn't have more than 125 in that space. Company Name. From th From the moment we saw Ballyowen, we knew we were going to get married there and it did not disappoint! Julie was great to work with (especially through the last year with all the ups and downs regarding COVID restrictions), the venue was beautiful and the food was fantastic. The Mind Reader at Ballyowen Golf Club Silje, the wedding coordinator was very nice to work with, and answered all of our questions along the way! I had several major panic moments leading up to the wedding, and Nicole was just amazing. The setting was gorgeous, and the staff couldn't have been more helpful and attentive! The foodoh my, the food. it was so delicious!! stations. plated dinner reception. To arrange a tour or get a quote, please call our team at (855) 891-2117 or contact us here. final, small details of the day and made sure everything went off without a hitch. Silje our coordinator was amazing throughout the entire planning process as well. We wish they paid closer attention to details on the hotel staff/management side. Everything was truly a dream come true. They are putting employees and guests at risk. The pavilion, where the main reception Mike was our right hand man for the rest of the day. All of our guests raved about how beautiful the spot was! Almost all of our guests also went outside to take their own pictures. our ceremony. Lorem ipsom verde unim pluribs quanto venk. ce with easy access to a hotel, and somewhere with outstanding food. I chose ballyowen because I didn't want to get married in a banquet hall, yet I still wanted the convenience of a professional catering hall. Julie, Silje & Louis were amazing and super accommodating throughout the whole process! The food was incredible, the staff were wonderful, and the wedding was perfect. I cannot express how amazing my experience was with ballyowen! He snuck us away during cocktail hour and made sure we got a plate of all of the food we had selected while enjoying some time alone. The food was delicious and everyone was on the dance floor all night. Seriously, if you are looking for a rustic yet natural, romantic venue with stellar staff, you must consider Ballyowen. Silje is amazing and answers every question, and I had a ton! e beginning, Julie was great in answering all of our questions before booking. Our maitre'd Luis was exceptional! I had a suite at the Grand Cascades Lodge which was amazing. We lucked out and had a beautiful, 72 degree weather day with a sunset that blew me away. On the big day, Silje and Luis wouldn't leave my side - they were constantly checking in with me and my family and the wedding party to make sure we were all good. Hamburg, NJ 07419. Our entire team was extremely pleasant to work with, Julie, Silje, and our maitre d, Mike. Ballyowen Golf Club Wedding. It was indoors with 150 guests plus workers in a space with a 150 person capacity. We have a fantastic time! 1. We look forward to welcoming you to the wedding of your dreams at Ballyowen Golf Club. The package we picked offered a lot including a beautiful wedding cake and other nice touches such as welcome champagne for our guests at the wedding. My husband and I were never without food or a Our 10/3 wedding at Ballyowen was beautiful and I am so glad we chose this venue. The magnificent stone Clubhouse embodies an old-world design . Discover 5 magnificent venues. Thank you so much Julie, Lee and all the great staff at Ballyowen Golf Club, you went above and beyond for our wedding! Our maitre d' Luis, was phenomenal, he went around to every table to ensure our guests were taken care of. Join us during Spring Break {March 31 - April 16} and receive up to $300 Resort credit + Hats & Shades with a 3-Night Stay. We had an amazing wedding at Ballyowen thanks to you! Ballyowen Golf Club is a stunning wedding venue ideally situated in Hamburg, NJ. We got married on 10/22/16. Finally we came across Ballyowen through a friend's recommendation, she'd gotten married at Blackbear and said Ballyowen was beautiful too. The service during our seated dinner was wonderful with extremely attentive wait staff as well as maitre'ds. She had all of Taylors detailed notes ready to go and not even one minor detail got lost in translation. Not only did we have such beautiful weather, but Stefanie and Chris gifted us every wedding photographer's dream- time!! 5.0 out of 5 rating , 349 Reviews, 5.0 out of 5 rating , 150 Reviews, 4.9 out of 5 rating , 96 Reviews, 5.0 out of 5 rating , 143 Reviews, 5.0 out of 5 rating , 755 Reviews, 4.9 out of 5 rating , 144 Reviews. I did not go to the bar once at the reception because any time I put my drink down, Luis was there with a fresh poured glass for me. Julie, Silje, Luis and the entire staff at Ballyowen Golf Club. The color scheme consisted of greens, dusty blues, gold and white. The team members we worked with - Julie Ho We could not have been happier with our wedding at the Ballyowen Golf Club. On the day of the wedding, the second shuttle also didn't pick up guests at Grand Cascades for whatever reason, and my grandparents again were left in the dust and came late to our ceremony. THe only complaint I have is that we did not eat enough at cocktail hour. It was extremely affordable compared to other venues in the area and includes so much! enough wonderful things about Ballyowen and the service we received there. The only thing that annoyed me was that things were not set up exactly how I wanted them. Silje was very responsive and helped answer lots of one-off questions. Guests have been checking into the hotel, weddings have been held and are still currently being booked. Overall, the planning process with Ballyowen was very smooth and organized and the day was a breeze. Which was absolutely key especially with taking all the photos and greeting family and friends. She answered about 100 questions from us throughout the planning process before we were introduced to our wedding coordinator, Taylor, who was equally as amazing. If you are the bride/groom, there are issues you want to be aware of. On the day of our wedding, Silje met us at the venue - they had snacks and drinks ready for us in the bridal suite. The venue was not only breathtaking, but everyone who worked there was great. Overall we were very happy with our wedding. Reception Venues Wedding Photographers Catering Bridal Salons Wedding Planners Wedding Cakes Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal Showers & Parties DJs Videographers Wedding Rentals Beauty Services Florists Wedding Bands Officiants & Pre-marital Counseling Photo Booths Bar Services Transportation Jewelers Soloists & Ensembles Dance Lessons Decor Invitations Both party rooms are lovely. If you are getting married in the summer in the afternoon/evening you will likely be standing in full sun! Crystal Springs truly gave us the wedding of our dreams! All of my guests complainer she was awful. (Thank you Louis!!) Do not overlook this venue, its truly one of a kind. Silje was always so quick to answer our questions or accommodate anything that we wanted to come to life for our wedding day. The process leading up to the wedding I dont think could of went any smoother. We can't wait to see pictures. All of our love!! Beautiful landscaping, and scenery. Christine and Steve held their Summer June wedding at Ballyowen Golf Club in Hamburg, New Jersey. I'd recommend this venue to any and every new 'bride-to-be' I've come across since and everyone that I'll meet in the future. I cannot say enough nice things about them, they were truly wonderful. Check out this years best local pros, chosen by couples like you. Luis and the waitstaff were constantly checking on us, making sure We were married at Ballyowen Golf Club this summer and it was a dream come true! SO BEAUTIFUL. hey make me feel like I was asking too much or like I was being too needy. She answered every question/concern I had so promptly and was always so helpful. She is quick and covers everything you need. About a month before the wedding, Ballyowen got a new wedding coordinator, Lee, and she was amazing from the minute we started working with her. The food is amazing! I would definitely recommend Ballyowen Golf Club to anyone searching for a venue. I'm not quite sure when it was finally decided, as I don't remember being officially told we were moving it inside. Guests can stay at Crystal Springs Resort's two stylish hotels and enjoy a host of world-class amenities including two luxury spas, 6 championship golf courses, refreshing indoor and outdoor pools, plus a renowned Wine Cellar. Ballyowen truly went above and beyond to accommodate weddings safely during this time. Sign up on The Knot to reach more couples and book more weddings! He kept a perfect timeline around the weather forecast, and thankfully it was sunny and beautiful all day. Everything from the food to the atmosphere were extremely classy. Jen Baldwin also helped coordinate decor and the first look the day of along with other details that she and Louis organized. She was great- knew exactly what she was doing and always kept me calm. (888) 388-3472 Crystal Springs Resort Sussex County, NJ (Directions). Honestly, the biggest piece of advice I got as a bride was not to worry if something went wrong, because it always does, but not one single thing went wrong!! Please be advised that the wedding in question was held at an outdoor venue, and that staff adhered to all COVID-19 protocols required for events transpiring at an outdoor venue in the State of New Jersey. Always making sure we had what we needed and were taken care of. Our maitre d, Mark, was absolutely spectacular and took great care of my husband and I throughout the night. The team at this venue is wonderful, and not to mention the stunning grounds. SO BEAUTIFUL. This modern sport involves throwing an axe at a wooden target, and attempting to hit as close to the bullseye as possible. I begin to tear up just thinking about how perfect our 6/14/19 wedding there was - it was just a magical day! The whole staff the night of was amazing, and multiple guests commented how amazing the service was. The overall experience was great, but day of details could have really caused issues if I had been more uptight/nervous over details. That was how my story begins. Our guests cannot stop talking about how beautiful the ceremony location was. You have the place to yourself and the smaller details really elevate it to another level. Louis is the Maitre'd and is AMAZING!! That brings us to the big day. , we were extremely well taken care of by Julie, Louis, Silje and the rest of the wonderful staff. Thank you again for choosing the Ballyowen Golf Club is an absolute dream venue. One of our favorite memories was riding on the golf cart for photos. Ballyowen Golf Club is located on the Crystal Springs Resort . If you are looking for a venue that is not a traditional New Jersey, gaudy, ballroom wedding, but embodies a rustic elegance Joanna Gaines wo My husband and I just got married at Ballyowen, and it was truly the most incredible day of our lives. Befo Ballyowen was hands down the most amazing venue. She was always so quick to respond to all of my emails and was so understanding when we had a few family emergencies just days before our wedding. The food was great, the venue itself was clean and gorgeous, and our maitre d Luis was a GEM. The tables/chairs/linens/ etc were all pretty standard fare. 15. Above all is the amazing atmosphere and views you get from the ceremony spot and patio right outside the reception room. The scenery is amazing and the grounds are so well kept. They even had someone shuttle over my welcome bags and hand deliver them to each guest. (973) 864-8080. We got married on 8/1/2020. I did not feel welcomed and feel as if I could ask questions without receiving snarky answers. Enjoy a beautiful Celtic setting on your special day. I can go on and on about our wonderful wedding at Ballyowen, we truly had the best possible experience, and I look back at our wedding with joy every single time. Once the reality took shape, Louis helped in so many ways! She was always one step ahead of us with logistics for day-of, and it is obvious she knows the venue and how to successfully execute the perfect wedding. Julie is very knowle Hello Lauren and Jonathan, None of the guests were wearing masks at any point in the evening and there were a lot of old people in the room. The accommodations are beautiful. I had attended a wedding there many years ago and it made such an impression on me that day that I immediately thought to check it out for our own wedding. Hit the fairways in 2023! NJ's Luxury Resort Wedding Destination Ballyowen Golf Club (rated #1 in NJ) at Crystal Springs Resort embodies the Celtic feel of Ireland. it and eat our main course which was also delicious. We are still receiving compliments about the delicious food, gorgeous views, friendly staff and overall amazing venue. Julie was our wedding coordinator and did a great job. 3. If you are looking to wow your guests with delicious food and a GORGEOUS view then look no further!!! I recently toured ballyowen and black bear golf club, with my fianc and family. Silje took care of My husband and I were married at Ballyowen 9/22/19 and we could not of picked a better venue! From the beautiful views to the delicious food and top-notch staff, it made our wedding day perfect!!! Taylor unfortunately parted ways with Ballyowen about a month before our wedding, which is when we were introduced to our new coordinator, Lee. 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