Thank you Luis!!! 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! Location: 137 Wheatsworth Road, Hamburg, NJ 07419. Everything from the food to the atmosphere were extremely classy. They accommodated for the potentially cold weather with heaters around the pavilion and lighting the fireplace. Ballyowen Golf Club Wedding Planning Tools Vendors Wedding Website Invitations Registry Attire & Rings Ideas & Advice Gifts & Favors Find a Couple Log In Sign Up Planning Tools Checklist Budgeter Wedding Vision Guest List & RSVPs Savings Program Discover Deals And More Join The Knot Savings Program Take The Knot's Style Quiz Vendors Everyone tells you on the morning of you're wedding, "All the planning is done, there is nothing left to worry about, things may go wrong today, and if it happens, it'll all be ok". 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 decor with all the lanterns looked absolutely beautiful. He had a drink in my and my husbands hand all night, and made sure we had a private room during the cocktail hour laid out with food so we could relax and celebrate our marriage privately for a few minutes after we took our pictures! I recently toured ballyowen and black bear golf club, with my fianc and family. The team members we worked with - Julie Ho We could not have been happier with our wedding at the Ballyowen Golf Club. They both made sure to watch me walk down the aisle and held on to both my dress train and veil to make sure they didnt blow away on a super windy day. All of our out of state guests remarked at how beautiful it was and how they had no idea how nice NJ was. I'm not quite sure when it was finally decided, as I don't remember being officially told we were moving it inside. Mistakes happen, but there were lots of small(ish) things like that throughout the experience. Julie and Lee. Enjoy a discount on 18 holes of golf as selected, including cart. When we first looked at Ballyowen we knew that day it was the perfect place for us. It is exactly what I needed, and also my now husband. My husband and I dealt directly with Julie and Lee Wilde our wedding coordinator, who helped finesse all the final details and gave tips when I needed help in planning the most. PLATINUM PACKAGE. Christine and her girls got ready on-site, while Steve and his guys got ready at nearby Minerals Hotel. Our entire team was extremely pleasant to work with, Julie, Silje, and our maitre d, Mike. re myself, or my husband had a chance to worry about something, there was Luis, reading our minds, and handling "it". One of our favorite memories was riding on the golf cart for photos. The golf club is over 250 acres is a wonderful venue in NJ away from the hustle and bustle and smaller wedding venues in NYC. I looked forward to returning for anniversaries! The gorgeous sunset at the end of the night was the cherry on top! aff: Luis (maitre'd) and Silje (wedding day coordinator) specifically. a! ted on a beautiful golf course with picturesque rolling hills. It poured in the middle of our ceremony and he recovered the entire thing so that it was no big deal. 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. Julie was so helpful in the early stages with booking and any other que Hello Laura and John, Likewise, when my dad had forgotten to give Luis the sparklers I had brought for a photo with our bridal party, Luis quickly found left over sparklers left behind from another wedding and lit them for us! Balloywen definitely fit the bill - throw in Luis and Silje and there was honestly no place better. y and health protocols very seriously across all of its properties. Ballyowen Golf Club Hamburg, NJ 4.8 54 Reviews View more information 54 Reviews 4.8 out of 5.0 Recommended by 95% of couples Quality of service 4.8 Average response time 4.7 Professionalism 4.8 Value 4.8 Flexibility 4.8 Awards 54 18 User photos + 14 Sort by: A Alexis G. Married on 06/17/2022 5.0 Quality of service 5.0 Responsiveness 5.0 Do not overlook this venue, its truly one of a kind. which we found at Ballyowen. From keeping us hydrated during pictures, taking us to all of the best spots for pictures, making sure we had plates of food during the cocktail hour so we didnt miss it, and checking on us, our parents and our bridal party frequently. Silje was always so quick to answer our questions or accommodate anything that we wanted to come to life for our wedding day. Which was absolutely key especially with taking all the photos and greeting family and friends. Ballyowen hit all those checkmarks for us. Etc. We had an amazing wedding at Ballyowen thanks to you! All in all, I couldnt recommend Ballyowen more highly. Thank you so much for your 5 star review! No one was hungry the food was impeccable and people are STILL Raving about how 'gorgeous of a venue' it was and how this was the 'Best Wedding they've ever been to' also how the 'service was so put together'. Over all it was the best day of my life, and we are so happy we chose this venue to host. Mimi and Anthony had the most beautiful Ballyowen Golf Club Wedding a few weeks ago! 15. g and the bridal suite was set up with refreshments and there was always someone popping in to make sure we were okay! ays had a drink in our hand, and brought us a huge plate of our cocktail hour foods so we wouldnt miss out. The ceiling in the reception area is very dark. Ballyowen truly went above and beyond to accommodate weddings safely during this time. Taylor unfortunately parted ways with Ballyowen about a month before our wedding, which is when we were introduced to our new coordinator, Lee. In short, if you want beautiful scenery, great food and hassle free service, ballyowen is a winner. It's air conditioned and heated so you don't have to worry about the weather. After the ceremony Louis made sure my husband and I always had a drink in our hand and made sure we were satisfied with everything happening. You made our day!! The club is loca We loved our wedding at Ballyowen and it was an absolutely perfect day! We even had issues checking into rooms the weekend of the wedding. Don't be afraid to ask for what you want. This modern sport involves throwing an axe at a wooden target, and attempting to hit as close to the bullseye as possible. I am so close to hiring a lawyer. Kyle and I did not have to worry about ANYTHING! We got married on 10/22/16. We cannot say enough good things about Ballyowen. The food was delicious and everyone was on the dance floor all night. The venue is stunningly beautiful, the food was delicious (and there was so much of it), and they worked with us to include all of our ideas. I didnt even want to look at any other venues and I actually booked Ballyowen without my fianc seeing it. 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. 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!! 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. Mar 5, 2019 - Scenic Ballyowen Golf Club is the ideal choice for an elegant golf course wedding in NJ. Again, OVERALL the wedding was beautiful and we were happy -- the venue is fantastic and really takes care of everything you need to pull off a great wedding -- but there were some stressful times dealing with the room block at CSR. To arrange a tour or get a quote, please call our team at(855) 891-2117 or contact us here. Everything we had from the cocktail hour through dessert was delicious! Our maitre d was the cherry on top of a wonderful customer experience. Julie and Silje made the whole process very easy, even wi Not only was Ballyowen absolutely breathtaking for photos and perfect for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception because of the ease for guests (meaning every location is right next to each other) but the staff was hands down the most amazi We loved everything about our wedding experience. Celebrate your special day with a Celtic style country club wedding at Ballyowen Golf Club. 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. Lorem ipsom verde unim pluribs quanto venk. Outdoor ceremonies of up to 150 attendees can enjoy The Pavillion and flourishing gardens, with the alpine landscape behind creating an unforgettable vision. I had my wedding last week (October 5th 2012) at Ballyowen. For additional information . Join us for a memorable Easter celebration with your loved ones. If you do, you will have to hire someone/get someone to set everything up for you as this venue will not. People started to claim seats and eat salad during the mother-son dance, while others felt lost and had to wait for more plates and silverware to come out from the back after my husband had to talk and explain to Luis what our reception was supposed to be like. On the day of our wedding, Silje met us at the venue - they had snacks and drinks ready for us in the bridal suite. Also if anyone has any insight, would seomone be able to tell me if they held a wedding on september 7th 2019. an outdoor venue and provided no social distancing.. 't see the hold up. Excuses after excuses have been heard, and I'm tired of it. The team at this venue is wonderful, and not to mention the stunning grounds. It's a perfect location for a smaller wedding. Ballyowen is simply gorgeous. The dance floor looked small, but don't be fooled, it fit at least 20-30 ppl at a time. I did not feel welcomed and feel as if I could ask questions without receiving snarky answers. Anything we needed, they were there. Our coordinator, Silje, was so great and answered every question and email quickly and with lots of patience (and I had lots of questions!) The food was incredible, the staff were wonderful, and the wedding was perfect. The process leading up to the wedding I dont think could of went any smoother. There were 10 tables set up inside seating 10 to We got married on 8/1/2020. My biggest concern the day of was that we had guests staying at Minerals and Grand Cascades and I was worried there would be some confusion with pick up and drops off, but everything went perfectly. Other than that, this venue was amazing and beautiful. While we were driving the course, we were chased by a player assistant (an employee of Ballyowen) who immediately began to yell at us for being on the course, despite the fact that we were given the keys by Julie and told we were free to go. Furthermore, your NJ golf club wedding will be the only one taking place that day, guaranteeing that your special day is just for you. My bridal party got ready there and my new husband and I stayed there 2 nights after the wedding before we went on our honeymoon. The food was delicious and the service was great. BALLYOWEN GOLF CLUB AT CRYSTAL SPRINGS RESORT. We cannot thank you enough!!! Our 10/09 wedding was a dream come true all thanks to the staff at Ballyowen. The driving range includes complimentary balls, and there's a reasonably sized putting green. The ceremony backdrop will be an array of craggy knolls, quarries, and tall native grasses of seasonal colors. Everyone has been raving about our food as well as the cake! She made sure our day went so smoothly up until our ceremony was overReadMore. The icing on the cake was how affordable Ballyowen was compared to other venues we inquired about with less than Ballyowens top notch service. I truly feel like Julie, Lee and Mike are now family. She had all of Taylors detailed notes ready to go and not even one minor detail got lost in translation. And the ceremony space on the 10th hole?!?! Taylor unfortunately parted ways with Ballyowen about a month before our wedding, which is when we were introduced to our new coordinator, Lee. Our maitre'd Luis was exceptional! Julie is very knowle Hello Lauren and Jonathan, From there he continued to run the rest of the reception flawlessly and even altered the timeline of the cake cutting when he saw my elderly grandmother was getting too tired to stay out for the entire reception. Working with the staff of ballyowen was a pleasure, they were all very helpful. With the package, we had a "honeymoon suite" included--this was not a suite but just a regular hotel room at Minerals. But this also means everything appears very rigid on paper. From first being in contact with their wedding sales manager, Julie, we knew Ballyowen was the perfect venue for our big day. As a young girl my wedding was something I dreamed about, played dress up for and longed for. The Bailigh Bluff House accommodates up to 150 guests for your reception overlooking the gently rolling fairways of Ballyowen Golf Club and the mountains. It was $130 per person, which is steep (includes cart). 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!! My husband and I just recently got married at Ballyowen Golf Club and were completely blown away. My husband and I had been concerned that check-in time at the hotel was at 4:00 and our ceremony was at 5:00, and we were told the shuttle bus would only take 2 loops to get everyone to Ballyowen for the ceremony, but Silje kept telling us that is how it is. My one piece of advice to brides who book this as their venue---DO NOT DIY your wedding. 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! Please don't be a stranger and come back to visit. Definitely ask to get a golf cart to go out on the course to take photos! The gorgeous sunset at the end of the night was the cherry on top!! I know people who were there yesterday. So much time for photos that we even had . 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. Location. But it was minor. Everything was set up meticulously and beautifully. ce with easy access to a hotel, and somewhere with outstanding food. 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. We recommended Minerals Resort and Spa for accommodations because it was cheaper and had more activities. , we were extremely well taken care of by Julie, Louis, Silje and the rest of the wonderful staff. They went above and beyond for everything to make sure we enjoyed the day! The real MVP of our wedding day was Luis, the Maitre D'. She even helped decorate my sweetheart table and made sure everything was were it was supposed to be for the reception! 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. We have to take a star off however for the hotel management and room reservations department. (973) 864-8080. Silje and Julie were also great throughout the planning process by answering our many many questions. She worked with me up until the evening before the wedding on seating charts and what would look best. He was a wonderful person to work with the day/night of the wedding. Our guest raved about the beautiful views, amazing service, and location o Ballyowen is an amazing venue! He was the silent, hidden star of my wedding day. Guests can enjoy a cocktail at the circular bar, while relaxing near the large stone fireplace with cozy lounge furniture. Overall, the planning process with Ballyowen was very smooth and organized and the day was a breeze. it and eat our main course which was also delicious. When looking at venues, we knew we wanted a beautiful scenic location, somewhere we and our guests would feel at home, a pla Rehearsal Dinner: Black Bear Golf Club Description. . My husband and I searched high and low for the perfect venue - not too wedding-factory-like, something rustic and not too over the top, a place that was small enough to be intimate but large enough to be host a big ass party. The staff at Ballyowen was professional and our day was everything we had ever hoped for and more because of all of their hard work. We appreciate your looking into this so that it will not remain on your public-facing site. That brings us to the big day. Thank you so much Julie, Lee and all the great staff at Ballyowen Golf Club, you went above and beyond for our wedding! -Crystal springs doesn Ballyowen absolutely blew us away from the moment we saw it! Not only did we have such beautiful weather, but Stefanie and Chris gifted us every wedding photographer's dream- time!! I worked very closely with Julie and Silje leading up to the wedding. Add to cart $150.00. The food was incredible, the staff were wonderful, and the wedding was perfect. From the moment I walked on to the grounds of Ballyowen I knew it was the place I was going to get married. There were a few times where I was told one thing at our initial meeting only to be told something else at a later date. Our guests are still raving about the food! He kept a perfect timeline around the weather forecast, and thankfully it was sunny and beautiful all day. Ballyowen Golf Club 4.8 Excellent 54 reviews Hamburg, NJ Visit website $13k - $17k For 100 Guests Up to 150 guests Request pricing About FAQs Reviews 54 Real Weddings 2 Pricing View all 85 About Ballyowen Golf Club is a stunning wedding venue ideally situated in Hamburg, NJ. I do not even know where to begin. This venue is perfect for both large and intimate celebrations, hosting country weddings of up to 150 people. During the planning process, we did struggle at times with Julie, as she seemed disorganized, following up to ask about things that were already clarified in earlier emails, even pulling up the incorrect event list on the day of our wedding (for a different wedding altogether). We can't say enough about how beautiful our day was and can't thank the team enough for helping pull it all together!! They took care of everythingRead More. (Thank you Louis!!) The main reason for that, besides the beautiful location obviously, is the st We absolutely loved every aspect of our wedding day at Ballyowen! Louis made sure we alw We just got married at Ballyowen and it was FANTASTIC! If you are thinking about booking Ballyowen as your wedding venue, just know that they will completely exceed all of your expectations! And speaking of food earlier, there was an abundance of it and people raved about how amazing it was! In addition I had bought two cake toppers (both of which broke in the mail) and I had no time to fix them. Ballyowen Golf Club June Wedding. Unfortunately he couldn't be there the day of so Peggy had to fill. From our final details meeting to the day of the wedding, we couldnt have done it without her. Warm Regards, Company Name. From the lush fields to the vintage indoor dcor, this space will add a timeless, elegant ambience to your special day. Ballyowen Golf Club. Thank you Ballyowen !! Thank you Luis!!! The stuff was incredible ! Warm Regards, The great thing about Crystal Springs is that your wedding package comes with a wedding coordinator. 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. He genuinely cared about us and did everything he could to make our wedding perfect. Indoor receptions can be hosted in the Clubhouse, which features natural stone architecture and dark wooden floors and walls. Its large windows will have you and your partner basking in natural light during the day, while a large, intricate chandelier provides muted romantic lighting during the evening. Ballyowen r gorgeous location and definitely unique; the guests loved the laidback atmosphere and watching the sunset over the hills. It seems like the resort needs to update the systems they use because it was a headache for us and our guests all year to deal with clueless staff and endless automated phone messages to fix the room block issues. Get your competitor hat on in this safe and fun environment. Ballyowen is a private venue and so romantic. -The max for the venue is 150, but anything over 135-140 i think would have felt too cramped (word to the wise) They filled all our requests, and went above and beyond. All that's missing is the sound of bagpipes (not . I would recommend 100%. Everyone loved it. The resort has 3 additional venues to host weddings including the Grand Cascades Lodge, Minerals Hotel, and Black Bear Golf Club. The course sprawls across 250 acres of rolling farmland that overlooks the Walkill River. My only other complaint is that during the day, Julie gave our photographer the keys to a golf cart and told us we are free to explore the course and take photos anywhere as long as there isnt a game of golf on that hole. The first time we ever saw the venue, it literally took our breath away. She is quick and covers everything you need. We were worried about getting marr My husband and I got married at Ballyowen Golf Club in October. I could not have asked for a better venue!!! Luis was phenomenal. Luis, the mait Ballyowen Golf Club; Wedding Review: She let us drop off all of our supplies a week early, and helped with picking out linen colors and other layouts and ideas, and checked in repeatedly on the wedding day. We cannot say enough about Louie who was our Matire D for the evening. He even set up a private cocktail hour for us after our ceremony so that we could enjoy some food. The only problem we had was with the air conditioning not being cool enough, but other than that I recommend Ballyowen to anyone looking for a different, non-ballroom atmosphere. I can go on and on about how much I recommend this venue until my fingers hurt from typing. The entire day was Oh man- where do I start with Ballyowen and their staff? Enjoy a beautiful Celtic setting on your special day. Hit the fairways in 2023! This event was over capacity and not an outdoor venue. 4. We mentioned how we were having so much fun the night before we hadn't even had a chance to try out our pie bar for dessert Luis went back in the club house and came back with 3 leftover pies for us to take back home with us!!! our ceremony. 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. They were both extremely responsive and helpful and patient - the perfect mix to my neurotic Plan-A self. Then we met Silje who hands down, made the entire process a breeze. Ballyowen is honestly a hidden GEM!!! Ballyowen was the perfect place for us, and we would recommend it to anyone! It was fun and there are so many beautiful spots. 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. 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. The setting was gorgeous, and the staff couldn't have been more helpful and attentive! Look no further for your dream wedding venue! The club house where they host weddings is situated on top of a beautiful hill overlooking a valley of well manicured golf greens and is absolutely gorgeous. Julie is very knowledgeable, personable and patient. (888) 388-3472 Crystal Springs Resort Sussex County, NJ (Directions). The accommodations are beautiful. 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.