They accommodated for the potentially cold weather with heaters around the pavilion and lighting the fireplace. We had the most gorgeous, picture perfect day allowing us to get married outside and our guests were floored by the stunning course and mountains in the distance. Thank you for the wonderful review. 3. From the lush fields to the vintage indoor dcor, this space will add a timeless, elegant ambience to your special day. Being a bride during this crazy time was super stressful, but Julie was so communicative which helped tremendously. Taylor unfortunately parted ways with Ballyowen about a month before our wedding, which is when we were introduced to our new coordinator, Lee. There were 10 tables set up inside seating 10 to One of our guests even said it was the best they've ever had at a wedding. Thank you Ballyowen !! I loved every minute of it. . Set in rolling farmland and open meadows that resemble an inland Irish links-style course is New Jersey's Ballyowen Golf Club. 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. Run by the team behind Crystal Springs Resort, Ballyowen Golf Club strives to give soon-to-be-wed couples a romantic, unforgettable setting. The food was awesome, our pictures turned out gorgeous and the staff made our day better than we could have ever imagined. The icing on the cake was how affordable Ballyowen was compared to other venues we inquired about with less than Ballyowens top notch service. Par 72. Stefani and Chris' wedding at Ballyowen Golf Club was our first ever at the venue so we were so excited to be there with them as they became husband and wife. BALLYOWEN GOLF CLUB ** ADDITIONAL COST * COUNTS AS TWO SELECTIONS ALL MENUS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BALLYOWEN GOLF CLUB AT CRYSTAL SPRINGS RESORT ** ADDITIONAL COST * COUNTS AS TWO SELECTIONS ALL MENUS AE SUECT TO CHANGE plated dinner reception GOLD PACKAGE Description. I'm not quite sure when it was finally decided, as I don't remember being officially told we were moving it inside. 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. Silje is amazing and answers every question, and I had a ton! On the day of your wedding, you will have NOTHING to worry about. From the very beginning, I could tell we chose the perfect place for our wedding celebration. 10/10 would recommend. All of our guests keep raving about the night and we could not be happier! 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. Once we booked, Silje took on the role of Wedding Coordinator flawlessly, and she was always available to answer any questions we had while planning. absolutely amazing. The ceremony went well in the pavilion, and we got gorgeous photos during cocktail hour as a rainbow appeared after the rain. I can honestly say I was 100% stress free on the day of my wedding. 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. I've been waiting for over a month now for a refund from Ballyowen. From the incredible landscape, delicious food, and wonderful service, they truly have it all. Enjoy a discount on 18 holes of golf as selected, including cart. 2022 ** A ost * C w A hange. Ballyowen Golf Club. 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. 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. It was everything that we hoped for and more. Julie, who gave us the initial tour and booked the wedding was also great to work with, and was very kind and accommodating like Silje and Luis! This breathtaking venue provides 250 sprawling acres and a panoramic view of the picturesque landscape. The cocktail hour in the lounge was so so beautiful, and our guests raved about how amazing the food and drinks were. stal springs, there is an unlimited shuttle to and from all venues! From bringing us plates of food and champagne in the bridal suite for some alone time after the ceremony, to making sure our band had enough time to play, to keeping us laughing all night long, Mike was absolutely phenomenal. Julie was our wedding coordinator and did a great job. Our maitre'd the night of was so attentive and helpful and even helped with my disabled father which really lessened my stress. re myself, or my husband had a chance to worry about something, there was Luis, reading our minds, and handling "it". 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. Julie made planning our wedding during COVID as stress free as possible and was always available to answer questions. (888) 388-3472 Crystal Springs Resort Sussex County, NJ (Directions). We have a fantastic time! Our Maitre d' Luis was also extremely attentive throughout the whole night. Warm Regards, 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. And they did. The accommodations are beautiful. We are thrilled you had the wedding of your dreams. We can't wait to see pictures. Everyone loved it. a! The Mind Reader at Ballyowen Golf Club aff: Luis (maitre'd) and Silje (wedding day coordinator) specifically. In short, if you want beautiful scenery, great food and hassle free service, ballyowen is a winner. The bartenders were also extremely efficient, there was never a line! The staff set up all of our decor better than I could have imagined! we always had a drink in our hands and that us, our parents, and our wedding party were happy, comfortable, and taken care of. 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. I never was without a drink, and he prepared a ton of food for us in our bridal suite for after our ceremony so we could have a few minutes alone to eat together before the craziness of the day continued. 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'. I was stressing over weather and Louis our maitre d was on top of everything- constantly checking in and letting me know everything was going to be okay and we did end up having the most beautiful ceremony outside. 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. Once the reality took shape, Louis helped in so many ways! ther as our venue. uld dream up, you've found your venue. Above all is the amazing atmosphere and views you get from the ceremony spot and patio right outside the reception room. When we first looked at Ballyowen we knew that day it was the perfect place for us. Say 'I do' at the area's ultimate destination wedding resort. Our maitre'd Luis was exceptional! The Bailigh Bluff House accommodates up to 150 guests for your reception overlooking the gently rolling fairways of Ballyowen Golf Club and the mountains. The beautiful scenery, privacy and intimacy of the venue were exactly what we were looking for for our wedding of 120 guests. Thank you Ballyowen! Ballyowen r gorgeous location and definitely unique; the guests loved the laidback atmosphere and watching the sunset over the hills. Guests are stilling reaching out and telling us how much they loved our wedding. ffmann, 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. 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. So organized, helpful, and no request was too much! The foodoh my, the food. it was so delicious!! We appreciate your looking into this so that it will not remain on your public-facing site. It is exactly what I needed, and also my now husband. It poured in the middle of our ceremony and he recovered the entire thing so that it was no big deal. Private Full-Day Santiago City and Wine Tour. Taylor unfortunately parted ways with Ballyowen about a month before our wedding, which is when we were introduced to our new coordinator, Lee. Ballyowen hit all those checkmarks for us. Julie and Lee. -Unless your heart is set on something like a dessert table, you really don't need to do any food upcharges/add ons (especially if you're doing a buffet). Weve received endless compliments about how beautiful the venue was, how amazing the food was and how much fun every one had. Thank you Julie, Silje, and Luis!!! She made sure our day went so smoothly up until our ceremony was overReadMore. Likewise, our matre d', Luis, was phenomenal! They took care of everythingRead More. Thank you Luis!!! There is no rental fee for the reception, but a food and beverage minimum is applied to all events, and a setup fee of $750 includes an extra hour of event time. Discover 5 magnificent venues. We got married on 8/1/2020. I can go on and on about how much I recommend this venue until my fingers hurt from typing. Their staff members went above and beyond from day one to the last second of my wedding. Not only is the room totally gorgeous, and rustic, just as I envisioned, the views all around it are STUNNING. Seriously, if you are looking for a rustic yet natural, romantic venue with stellar staff, you must consider Ballyowen. I later found out that he provided several family members and friends with Flip flops if their feet hurt!! We have quite a few foodies in our family who would not hesitate to tell us what they thought and they said it was the best food they've ever had a wedding- they even had lots of vegan options for some of our vegan family members. If you do, you will have to hire someone/get someone to set everything up for you as this venue will not. Phone Number. 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!! Luis was with us for the majority of the reception - his service was unbeatable. Our coordinator, Silje, was so great and answered every question and email quickly and with lots of patience (and I had lots of questions!) She was always right there taking care of anything anyone needed. Our guests are still raving about the food! I didnt even want to look at any other venues and I actually booked Ballyowen without my fianc seeing it. The real MVP of our wedding day was Luis, the Maitre D'. 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 Our entire team was extremely pleasant to work with, Julie, Silje, and our maitre d, Mike. Choose from 3 delicious buffets plus an array of a la carte options. Thank you so much for taking the time to right how wonderful your wedding was at the Ballyowen Golf Club. 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 Hair and makeup arrived on time and were great until my mother-in-law, who had a mini-meltdown over her hair, and apparently the hairdresser was not being very helpful (she was last to go). All of our out of state guests remarked at how beautiful it was and how they had no idea how nice NJ was. The outdoor ceremony space has the most incredible views and is perfectly maintained. 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. We got married 3 days after hurricane sandy and they were so accommodating. Having a sunset wedding? Many of our guests (including my grandparents) were told that our wedding block didn't exist or didn't have rooms left, when we did.