Bus Tours. Thank you again for choosing the Ballyowen Golf Club is an absolute dream venue. 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! The team at this venue is wonderful, and not to mention the stunning grounds. ce with easy access to a hotel, and somewhere with outstanding food. I truly feel like Julie, Lee and Mike are now family. Our wedding day was absolutely perfect. Silje alleviated all of my worries surrounding the Our 10/09 wedding was a dream come true all thanks to the staff at Ballyowen. It all went off without a hitch thanks to the amazing and accommodating staff! Furthermore, your NJ golf club wedding will be the only one taking place that day, guaranteeing that your special day is just for you. Working with Nicole, the on-site wedding planner was so fun! 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. One of our guests even said it was the best they've ever had at a wedding. I thought that was so nice! Silje is amazing and answers every question, and I had a ton! 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. It was exceptional and completely exceeded all of our expectations. Just had our wedding there last weekend, and we could not have been happier. 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. -Crystal springs doesn Ballyowen absolutely blew us away from the moment we saw it! Our Maitre d' Luis was also extremely attentive throughout the whole night. e beginning, Julie was great in answering all of our questions before booking. He kept a perfect timeline around the weather forecast, and thankfully it was sunny and beautiful all day. I know people who were there yesterday. Description. Their response: "don't worry we've got it." If you are thinking about booking Ballyowen as your wedding venue, just know that they will completely exceed all of your expectations! 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. Ballyowen is honestly a hidden GEM!!! Sorry, Ballyowen Golf Club is not available, but let's get you back on track! The beautiful scenery, privacy and intimacy of the venue were exactly what we were looking for for our wedding of 120 guests. Furthermore, your NJ golf club wedding will be the only one taking place that day, guaranteeing that your special day is just for you. The first time we ever saw the venue, it literally took our breath away. Our guests were completely blown away by the food, as was I (a vegetarian nonetheless)! Luis, the Maitre D is so kind, attentive and amazing at his job. We cannot say enough good things about Ballyowen. 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!!! Its a links-style course, so there really is no shade! On the day of our wedding, Silje met us at the venue - they had snacks and drinks ready for us in the bridal suite. I looked forward to returning for anniversaries! Ballyowen clearly cares more about their bottom line than the health and safety of those who come on to their premises. Julie was so helpful in the early stages with booking and any other que Hello Laura and John, 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! 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). Which was absolutely key especially with taking all the photos and greeting family and friends. The building grounds were outstanding. The overall experience was great, but day of details could have really caused issues if I had been more uptight/nervous over details. So organized, helpful, and no request was too much! 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. Ballyowen is a private venue and so romantic. 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. 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. 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. The staff were always there to answer any questions/concerns from day 1! 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. We have to take a star off however for the hotel management and room reservations department. (888) 388-3472 Crystal Springs Resort Sussex County, NJ (Directions). 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! This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Ballyowen Golf Club - The Knot We got married 3 days after hurricane sandy and they were so accommodating. 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. 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. From th From the moment we saw Ballyowen, we knew we were going to get married there and it did not disappoint! She had all of Taylors detailed notes ready to go and not even one minor detail got lost in translation. It was inconvenient for guests to have to spend the time to call reservations instead of being able to book online. He truly made our wedding a flawless event. I loved Ballyowen from the start--it has a rustic feel with an elegant appearance. We chose the gold package for our day. The wedding coordinator was amazing and every step of the way she was there to help. You will absolutely not go wrong having your wedding here - there is no place and no one better! Many guests commented how beautiful the flowers were and assumed we paid extr We LOVED having our wedding at Ballyowen! laurie clarke at ballyowen was a delight and definitely Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal Showers & Parties, Flower Girl Dresses and Ring Bearer Outfits. Company Name. Our Maitre D, Laurie, was so attentive. 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. It was $130 per person, which is steep (includes cart). -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) 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. Ballyowen was the perfect place for us, and we would recommend it to anyone! Etc. Recommended. Experienced caterers, event coordinators, and bartenders will be made available, eager to make your dream day come to life. All that's missing is the sound of bagpipes (not . The team members we worked with - Julie Ho We could not have been happier with our wedding at the Ballyowen Golf Club. They even had someone shuttle over my welcome bags and hand deliver them to each guest. My one piece of advice to brides who book this as their venue---DO NOT DIY your wedding. It's air conditioned and heated so you don't have to worry about the weather. Seriously, if you are looking for a rustic yet natural, romantic venue with stellar staff, you must consider Ballyowen. All of our out of state guests remarked at how beautiful it was and how they had no idea how nice NJ was. Nothing was out of the question and they helped us make sure everything was ready and in place for our big day. Picking napkins and going over paperwork wasn't really worth renting a car and driving 2 hours! My husband and I just recently got married at Ballyowen Golf Club and were completely blown away. They have a beautiful bridal suite to get ready in. The venue is stunning and the view is absolutely beautiful for pictures. You have made our day!! g and the bridal suite was set up with refreshments and there was always someone popping in to make sure we were okay! She was always right there taking care of anything anyone needed. 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! Guests can enjoy a cocktail at the circular bar, while relaxing near the large stone fireplace with cozy lounge furniture. And the views were stunning. I am so close to hiring a lawyer. Our coordinator, Silje, was so great and answered every question and email quickly and with lots of patience (and I had lots of questions!) Weve received endless compliments about how beautiful the venue was, how amazing the food was and how much fun every one had. The entire day was Oh man- where do I start with Ballyowen and their staff? 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. Silje, The event coordinator at Ballyowen was also really great to work with. I think the views are what sold us on the venue. We've found some nearby venues you'll love. Our maitre'd Luis was exceptional! you both and we would like to wish you many, many years of wedding bliss. asses, wild flowers, and towering fringes of trees. Always making sure my husband and I were eating, that we had a drink. Julie made planning our wedding during COVID as stress free as possible and was always available to answer questions. We added white paper lanterns to brighten things up a bit for photos. You don't have to worry at all! Stefani & Chris. If you are looking for a private and intimate place to get married Ballyowen is ideal. She was very helpful throughout the entire process while bringing the vision we had for our wedding to life. Crystal Springs truly gave us the wedding of our dreams! The pavilion, where the main reception Hit the fairways in 2023! We lucked out and had a beautiful, 72 degree weather day with a sunset that blew me away. 1. Louis was phenomenal all day and night not just with us but also my parents. Luis is AMAZING!! I would highly recommend Ballyowen to anyone looking for an amazing venue for their wedding! 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. Ballyowen Golf Club Reviews - Hamburg, NJ - 54 Reviews Barrio El Golf (Santiago) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go Name. The ceremony backdrop will be an array of craggy knolls, quarries, and tall native grasses of seasonal colors. 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!! And they did. The service was excellent. As a bride, you NEVER stop worrying about everything being perfect. Though, I will say, despite my frustrations, she made sure to take care of everything I asked ahead of time including communicating my food allergies to the chef and the bakery, and helping to pull together the decor in the room to perfectly execute my vision. Ballyowen Wedding Jenna Salvagin Photography It truly was a beautiful day. Ballyowen Golf Club | Reception Venues - The Knot THIS IS NOT THE CASE! ted on a beautiful golf course with picturesque rolling hills. Silje, the day-of coordinator, did a great job managing the ceremony when it started raining just seconds before we were about to walk down the aisle. They are putting employees and guests at risk. 3. Wedding Venues - Price & Compare Top Venues | Wedding Spot 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. 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 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! These statements are in fact 100% true. All I have to say is she is the wrost if she's your wedding planner run. Our guests cannot stop talking about how beautiful the ceremony location was. Jen Baldwin also helped coordinate decor and the first look the day of along with other details that she and Louis organized. lly thoughtful in setting up everything exactly as we had asked. ied outside in November but the weather ended up being perfect! At our tasting we met Louis our Maitre D' he was so friendly at the tasting Brent and I knew he'd be wonderful the day of the wedding. Everything was truly a dream come true. be faithful to each other through thick and thin and eagerly await for your wedding day to arrive. The bartenders were also extremely efficient, there was never a line! Choose from 3 delicious buffets plus an array of a la carte options. Ballyowen Golf Club 137 Wheatsworth Rd, Hamburg, NJ based Venue + 1 market 1 Recommendation Full Wedding (Ceremony and Reception) Pricing Starting at $11,000 Guest Capacity Up to 150 seated guests View full gallery About This Venue Ballyowen Golf Club is a country club wedding venue located in Hamburg, New Jersey. Julie made planning our wedding during COVID as stress free as possible and was always available to answer questions. Promising one another that you'll We recently had our wedding at Ballyowen Golf Club. (973) 864-8080. Social Gatherings . Then we met Silje who hands down, made the entire process a breeze. We wish they paid closer attention to details on the hotel staff/management side. Once the reality took shape, Louis helped in so many ways! From the very beginning, I could tell we chose the perfect place for our wedding celebration. It didn't hurt that we had a picture perfect day. 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. y and health protocols very seriously across all of its properties. Julie, Silje, and our matre D Luis were all wonderful to work with. 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! saved the experience for us in the end but you don't work with her until your last month. 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. From our final details meeting to the day of the wedding, we couldnt have done it without her. Christine and her girls got ready on-site, while Steve and his guys got ready at nearby Minerals Hotel. They accommodated for the potentially cold weather with heaters around the pavilion and lighting the fireplace. From first being in contact with their wedding sales manager, Julie, we knew Ballyowen was the perfect venue for our big day. 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. The club assigned me a "day-of" assistant to help make sure everything ran smoothly, she was indespensable. 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. stal springs, there is an unlimited shuttle to and from all venues! Nicole the wedding planner was the most amazing person I ever met. We initially had our tour with Julie, and from then on, she was incredibly helpful and just really great to work with. The food was incredible, the staff were wonderful, and the wedding was perfect. If you are looking to wow your guests with delicious food and a GORGEOUS view then look no further!!! When we first looked at Ballyowen we knew that day it was the perfect place for us. The great thing about Crystal Springs is that your wedding package comes with a wedding coordinator. Almost all of our guests also went outside to take their own pictures. I later found out that he provided several family members and friends with Flip flops if their feet hurt!! Luis was phenomenal. From A Rustic Autumn Wedding in Hamburg, NJ Vendors Judith Rae Photography Tags Wedding Activities Reception Wedding Categories Decorations & Accents More Photos From This Album Maggie & Mike in Hamburg, NJ Julie, Silje & Louis were amazing and super accommodating throughout the whole process! Thank you Julie, Silje, and Luis!!! Not only is the room totally gorgeous, and rustic, just as I envisioned, the views all around it are STUNNING. PLATINUM PACKAGE. Wedding Vendors - Zola a! The grounds were breathtaking, the ceremony garden was beautiful and the cocktail hour and reception buildings were unique and classy with a rustic look we were hoping for. I recently got married on August 19, 2017 at the Ballyowen Golf Club. 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. We couldn't have been luckier with the weather. He was a wonderful person to work with the day/night of the wedding. PDF BALLYOWEN GOLF CLUB - Dok4pfotcdst1.cloudfront.net Ballyowen Golf Club at Crystal Springs Resort. THe only complaint I have is that we did not eat enough at cocktail hour. 3,265 were here. He even set up a private cocktail hour for us after our ceremony so that we could enjoy some food. For additional information . Ceremony & Reception: Ballyowen Golf Club 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. Everything there runs like a well-oiled machine and it really helped make everything perfect. . A few tips/comments: The day of the actual wedding was a dream. 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. Go check it out and book it immediately - you won't regret it!! Celebrate a milestone event or special occasion and stay with us. To speak to a Reservations Agent please call: If you would prefer to book your Tee Time over the phone, please call: Two Award-Winning Spas at NYC's Closest Resort. She made sure our day went so smoothly up until our ceremony was overReadMore. I did not feel welcomed and feel as if I could ask questions without receiving snarky answers. Overall Brent and I were completely blown away by the service that Ballyowen was able to provide. Ballyowen is simply gorgeous. The accommodations are beautiful. They are very flexible with just about everything. Make 2023 your BEST year yet starting with an inspiring team kick-off at Crystal Springs Resort, considered Best in Class in all areas of operation. Thank you so much for your 5 star review! The staff was incredibly professional and accommodating. Ballyowen Golf Club - Local Green Fees $199.00. Julie and Lee. Do yourself a favor and visit Ballyowen! It's unique and the space is intimate. 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". Fit our rustic theme well. The bartenders were also extremely efficient, there was never a line! 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! The only thing that annoyed me was that things were not set up exactly how I wanted them. Crystal Springs Resort - Venue - Hamburg, NJ - WeddingWire Both of us ate at cocktail hour, and both of our dinners!! Ballyowen Golf Club today from $55 to $115 18 Holes Par 72 7094 Yards Call to Confirm Pricing & Book a Tee Time (973) 827-5996 or visit their website DISCLAIMER