In sum, we were very happy that we chose Ballyowen! Some I didn't know about until later when my bridesmaids told me. My dress ripped at some point in the night, he found safety pins, brought me to the side to help me fix it so people would stop tripping on it. The reception room has glass doors all around and a patio, a large dance floor and bar, and is wonderfully maintained. Luis is AMAZING!! asses, wild flowers, and towering fringes of trees. Whether East Coast locals, or those from further distances searching for a destination wedding, engaged couples will find that the team at Ballyowen will be ready to accommodate their every desire. There is a fire pit outside, so if weather permits bring smores supplies! 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. 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. She is quick and covers everything you need. ted on a beautiful golf course with picturesque rolling hills. Location: 137 Wheatsworth Road, Hamburg, NJ 07419. stations. Do not overlook this venue, its truly one of a kind. But it was minor. It was indoors with 150 guests plus workers in a space with a 150 person capacity. Guests have been checking into the hotel, weddings have been held and are still currently being booked. After booking our date we worked with Silje Karlson to set up our tasting, final details meeting and cake. The bartenders were also extremely efficient, there was never a line! All I have to say is she is the wrost if she's your wedding planner run. 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 -Invest in up-lighting - the ceilings are a little low but a little bit of up-lighting solved this and made the room unreal looking (the DJ we hired recommended that based on prior experience at Ballyowen and he was 100% right) Every step I took and every thought I had, it was like he was reading my mind. The service was excellent. You will absolutely not go wrong having your wedding here - there is no place and no one better! I begin to tear up just thinking about how perfect our 6/14/19 wedding there was - it was just a magical day! All of our guests keep raving about the night and we could not be happier! He truly made our wedding a flawless event. Ballyowen was the perfect place for us, and we would recommend it to anyone! Our guests are still raving about the food! I think the views are what sold us on the venue. Julie made planning our wedding during COVID as stress free as possible and was always available to answer questions. Our day to night was PERFECT. I did not feel welcomed and feel as if I could ask questions without receiving snarky answers. It poured in the middle of our ceremony and he recovered the entire thing so that it was no big deal. The wedding planner assigned to us was outstanding and and made all our requests happen. And the ceremony space on the 10th hole?!?! 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. We were then introduced to our MaitreD for the evening, Mike. I loved Ballyowen from the start--it has a rustic feel with an elegant appearance. Nicole the wedding planner was the most amazing person I ever met. None of the guests were wearing masks at any point in the evening and there were a lot of old people in the room. 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.. We loved our matire-dhe checked in on us frequently and kept the night moving without making us feel rushed. The real MVP of the night was the Matrie D Louis- a few short things he did for us included: hand made my signature drink the night before, ensured that our bridal party was always taken care of, and my husband and I never had worry about needing anything because Louis was one step ahead of us. Promising one another that you'll We recently had our wedding at Ballyowen Golf Club. 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. She was super organized, and always answered emails (even when I asked her 100 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!! eally offers an outdoor feel without having to use a tent, which I refused to do. The venue was not only breathtaking, but everyone who worked there was great. It all went off without a hitch thanks to the amazing and accommodating staff! 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. Jen Baldwin also helped coordinate decor and the first look the day of along with other details that she and Louis organized. Set in rolling farmland and open meadows that resemble an inland Irish links-style course is New Jersey's Ballyowen Golf Club. Crystal Springs Resort takes all safet We got married at Ballyowen on 7/5/19 and we have nothing but wonderful things to say about the entire process!! Almost all of our guests also went outside to take their own pictures. Julie is very knowledgeable, personable and patient. This golf club is brimming with Celtic inspiration and embodies an old-world design which will make you and your guests feel like you have stepped back in time. Louis made sure we alw We just got married at Ballyowen and it was FANTASTIC! enough wonderful things about Ballyowen and the service we received there. Everyone has been raving about our food as well as the cake! We got married 3 days after hurricane sandy and they were so accommodating. 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. She is such a doll and is extremely responsive over any and every question you may have. Ballyowen Golf Club at Crystal Springs Resort. Special thanks to Louis, the maitre d', for making my husband and I feel so special on our wedding day! Our guests stayed at Minerals which worked out perfectly-the shuttle was flawless, and the after party at Kites was so much fun. You have made our day!! Ballyowen Golf Club Wedding. Thank you so much for taking the time to right how wonderful your wedding was at the Ballyowen Golf Club. All of our guests raved about how beautiful the spot was! Silje our coordinator was amazing throughout the entire planning process as well. Indoor receptions can be hosted in the Clubhouse, which features natural stone architecture and dark wooden floors and walls. Enjoy a beautiful Celtic setting on your special day. In spite of any hiccups, our wedding was BEAUTIFUL and I couldnt be happier with our choice, I would pick Ballyowen again if I had to do it all over again :). We are so honored to have hosted such a special event. th our most unreasonable of requests! He was with me and my girls the whole day making sure that we had everything that we needed as well as coordinating all the food and ensuring that Brent and I had something to eat that day. Our coordinator, Silje, was so great and answered every question and email quickly and with lots of patience (and I had lots of questions!) Then you grow up and come of age meet the man of your dreams and get engaged. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. I wanted something with an outdoor component, that did not share the space with another wedding in the same day. Guests are stilling reaching out and telling us how much they loved our wedding. 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. She had all of Taylors detailed notes ready to go and not even one minor detail got lost in translation. Definitely ask to get a golf cart to go out on the course to take photos! With the package, we had a "honeymoon suite" included--this was not a suite but just a regular hotel room at Minerals. On the day of our wedding, Silje met us at the venue - they had snacks and drinks ready for us in the bridal suite. Ballyowen Golf Club is an absolute dream venue. Stefani & Chris. We cannot thank you enough!!! -Crystal springs doesn Ballyowen absolutely blew us away from the moment we saw it! Whatever "it" was "I think I need ice in my drink or my Aunt Betty is getting a little too tipsy and should probably have a seat for a minute". Luis HANDLED it before we even uttered the words. The color scheme consisted of greens, dusty blues, gold and white. Our guests were completely blown away by the food, as was I (a vegetarian nonetheless)! My husband and I were never without food or a drink in our hand thanks to Luis and his staff. We can't say enough about how beautiful our day was and can't thank the team enough for helping pull it all together!! The day of the wedding could not have gone smoother without the help of the staff! 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! The Mind Reader at Ballyowen Golf Club The staff, however, are what truly made our day unforgettable. Our entire team was extremely pleasant to work with, Julie, Silje, and our maitre d, Mike. saved the experience for us in the end but you don't work with her until your last month. Silje (wedding coordinator) and Louis (maitre d') are both wonderful and will help you out with anything you need. I would definitely recommend Ballyowen Golf Club to anyone searching for a venue. This breathtaking venue provides 250 sprawling acres and a panoramic view of the picturesque landscape. laurie clarke at ballyowen was a delight and definitely Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal Showers & Parties, Flower Girl Dresses and Ring Bearer Outfits. 4. Wedding Cake & Petit Fours {on each table} Fresh Brewed Coffee & Tea Service. Their food is amazing, the reception area is bea We recently had our wedding at Ballyowen golf club. It truly added to the ambiance of the wedding. Our guests had a great time and could not stop talking about how amazing the food was. 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. 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. I had several major panic moments leading up to the wedding, and Nicole was just amazing. Do not overlook this venue, its truly one of a kind. More or less all of our guests stayed the weekend. re-d, was amazing and so helpful the entire night. Julie and Lee. Everything was truly a dream come true. Just had our wedding there last weekend, and we could not have been happier. I truly feel like Julie, Lee and Mike are now family. The first time we ever saw the venue, it literally took our breath away. Get Our Wedding Planner App On Your Mobile Device. Excuses after excuses have been heard, and I'm tired of it. Everything we had from the cocktail hour through dessert was delicious! 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