The Sugarhouse

All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $15,000 for off-peak dates, and $20,000 for peak dates

Packages

Prices start at $125

Catering services pricing

$65 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $6,938

Guest capacity

Up to 350 seated guests

About this venue

The Sugarhouse is a historic wedding estate nestled in the heart of New York’s Hudson Valley. Spanning 280 private acres and opening to the public for the first time since the mid-1800s, The Sugarhouse offers a rare blend of rustic elegance, natural beauty, and refined hospitality. Couples may exchange vows in our romantic outdoor garden, celebrate beneath the beams of our restored barn, and enjoy sunset views across rolling pastures and wooded landscapes. With exclusive use of the property, no noise ordinances, and over 3,000 square feet of luxurious bridal suites, weddings at The Sugarhouse unfold seamlessly from morning preparations through the final dance. As a chef-owned and operated venue, The Sugarhouse is known for its elevated culinary experience, thoughtfully crafted menus, and warm, attentive service. The Sugarhouse is an unforgettable setting for couples seeking a timeless, elegant wedding rooted in natural beauty and impeccable hospitality.

Seated guest capacity

50-350

Venue type

Farms, Barns, Ranches
Historic Estates, Mansions

Venue setting

Covered Outdoor
Indoor
Outdoor

940 Craigville Rd, Chester, NY 10918

Our event spaces

Renovated Barn

Celebrate beneath the worn beams of our restored barn, where rustic charm meets timeless elegance.

Surrounded by rolling pastures, our rustic chic space offers an enchanting setting for your celebration. Exposed wood beams, timeworn textures, and soft natural light create an inviting and elegant atmosphere that guests immediately feel at home in. Upstairs, private bridal and groom suites provide a serene retreat before the celebration begins.

Guest capacity

Up to 120 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Square footage

3,200

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Tent

Host your reception beneath a luxury tent as dusk settles across the fields.

Set against sweeping views of the Hudson Valley, our elegant tent offers a light-filled, open-air setting that feels both romantic and refined. Flowing drapery and open sides create a seamless connection to the surrounding landscape, allowing nature to frame your celebration. As the sun sets and the evening unfolds, the space transforms into a warm, glowing atmosphere guests won’t forget.

Guest capacity

Up to 350 Seated

Up to 600 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Room cost

Up to $5,000 depending on square footage, side walls and heating

Kissing Trees

Exchange vows in our romantic garden ceremony space surrounded by open pasture and serene countryside views

Framed by open pasture and endless sky, our outdoor ceremony space known as the Kissing Trees features towering 100-year-old trees that stand gracefully overhead. This setting is one of three distinct ceremony locations available across the estate. Surrounded by landscape rather than distraction, the focus remains beautifully where it belongs, on the moment itself.

Guest capacity

Up to 350 Seated

Up to 600 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing