Very few New York wedding venues can take pride in their amazing surroundings, excellent service, and luxurious indoor spaces. The Highlands Country Club in Garrison is one of the few wedding venues in the New York suburb area that offers all three advantages. Down to earth simplicity in a countryside laden with timeless charm and sophistication, The Highlands has an abundant history attached to it! Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, these 13.4 acres of property feature two 18th-century buildings- the Dutch Barn and the Farmhouse.

Constructed on protected land, this superb 1800’s estate has managed to preserve some of its original features and still amazes soon-to-be-married couples and our New York wedding photographers with its perfect mix of vintage and contemporary details, that set a picture-perfect background for beautiful wedding photos. On your wedding day, our skilled wedding photographers from New York and nearby areas will have a verdant setting with a touch of historic vibe as it boasts a unique fusion of nostalgia and modern comforts, with a blend of Georgian architecture and state-of-the-art facilities. The old-world charm here creates a stunning setting that you and your loved ones will remember with excitement for years to come! 

This stunning Garrison wedding venue will make you feel like you are getting hitched at your laid-back yet wealthy aunt’s home. While you book The Highlands Country Club for your wedding day, you will get the perfect mix of vintage charm and top-notch facilities that will woo your wedding guests’ minds. Brides who hosted their weddings here in the past say “The Highlands Country Club’s service and planning are flawless”. 

All New York brides who are looking for a rustic yet elevated wedding venue to have a perfect wedding, this is the place for you. Nestled in Garrison, New York, The Highlands Country Club is a wedding venue that is brimming with country charm and full of character. It’s eye candy for all our wedding photographers in New York and suburbs to document a New York wedding flawlessly. Positioned amidst the sprawling Hudson Highlands, this ravishing estate is an elegant hideaway and an ideal destination to experience rural romance. 

About an hour north of Manhattan and just a 60 minutes short drive from the hustle and bustle of the Big Apple City, you and your darling will relish an idyllic wedding in this quaint Hudson Valley location. At Highlands Country Club the simple and classic elegance of yesterday beautifully merges with the luxury of today, which will be elegantly highlighted in all your wedding photos. A breath of refreshing air, or an escape back to an easy-peasy time, the Highlands have everything for every New York couple. 

The passionate staff working at the Highlands Country Club is always dedicated to preserving the venue’s magic while bringing your Arcadian wedding vision to life. Fascinating and evocative of a bygone age, this charming country club offers a scene for an unforgettable wedding and wedding photography experience.  

Stepping out of your Limousine, the moment your feet will touch the grounds of this alluring property, we assure you that you will first be struck by the estate’s grand facade. (Tip- try not to lose your heart to this venue as someone is waiting for you! Wink!). The dramatic entrance of this property will take you to the elegantly garnished columned entrance. Upon your arrival, you, your partner, and all your wedding guests will be welcomed by white picket fences, immaculate gardens, and succulent tree groves, while the inviting Verandah will offer you foresight of an intimate al fresco wedding ceremony. The Verandah will give your guests the adorning and panoramic views of the expansive lawn and easy access to the outdoor furniture and fire pit. While your near and dear ones mingle and converse over a glass of champagne allow our wedding photographers in New York suburbs to snapshot all these random and candid moments in their camera lenses. In the meanwhile, you and your sweetheart along with our professional New York wedding photographers can go and explore the cozy nooks this whimsical venue has to offer for an incredible outdoor wedding photography experience in New York. 

If you are amongst those couples who have a mid-summer wedding planned, then you can think of exchanging your nuptials in the Solarium. The exchange of your vows in the Solarium will exactly look like a magical wedding from a fairytale love story. The Solarium boasts an eternal setting that is made of a terracotta flooring and a wealth of organic light illuminating the interiors with its golden glow, creating a stunning ambiance for some flawless indoor wedding photography. This glass-enclosed space adorned with lantern sconces, ceiling fans, and an abundance of natural light will give ample opportunities to our wedding photographers in New York and its suburbs to encapsulate some amazing and must-have wedding photos. This space is rustic and tastefully set within the natural landscape. Relaxed, not forced. An enduring design, carefree, and classic. Say “I do” and party on in style, and let the rest become history.

The Highlands Country Club wedding venue has an antiquatedness attached to it. No wonder this striking property wears it’s patina elegantly, especially in the Grand Ballroom. The Grand Ballroom with the space to accommodate up to 150 of your wedding guests is the center of The Highlands Country Club. Featuring an elegant and warm ambiance that will leave your guests mesmerized, the Grand Ballroom is an ideal spot for your glorious New York wedding reception. This ballroom can be easily transformed to create a setting that is custom-tailored to your personal taste. The 20-foot high-vaulted ceilings and twin fireplaces proudly crowned with oversized mirrors on the opposite ends, not only adding grace to the decor of this ballroom but will also make your New York reception a memorable experience of everyone! The breathtaking crystal chandelier in the Grand Ballroom is like a big cherry on top of a wonderful molded cake. Dance on the polished hardwood dance floor right under the massive shining crystal chandeliers - the only thing shining as bright as you, while our New York and suburbs wedding photographers capture every step of your first dance in the best of frames. The large windows are gorgeous and the way the room flows through large French-inspired doors onto the brick porch is amazing. Our wedding photographers from New York suburbs love and appreciate the porch at The Highlands as the stunning open shade light it provides to make your wedding photographs alluring. The porch also provides a protected space to capture stunning bridal portraits in case rain plans to make a cameo in your wedding celebration. We ensure that your cocktail hours and hors d'oeuvres on the porch and in the adjacent lawn will be outstanding. The adorned fire pits at night, with your loved ones overflowing from the Grand Ballroom, will look wonderful, as your guests will have the chance to savor the best of both worlds. 

Another ceremony site is the Tavern, which features a cozy and rustic space decked out with a wood-burning fireplace, wide-planked wood floors to share some dance moves and spins with your partner and your loved ones. Not to forget, the arched windows that allow an effortless pouring in of sunlight, radiating the entire surrounding. The tranquil and romantic setting of the Tavern will give a bucket full of opportunities to our exceptional wedding photographers in and around New York to capture your special day in style. All these elements can create an excellent set that you can choose to use during your photo shoot. This event space offers easy access to some of the most magnificent natural and man-made treasures that our New York wedding photographers will highlight to accentuate the uniqueness of your wedding day. The Tavern area can also be customized and garnished as a full-functioning bar during your reception celebration, as well as a verdant garden-edged lawn intended to be used as the perfect backdrop for your outdoor wedding ceremony. 

This captivating New York wedding venue features endless photo opportunities that will definitely make your wedding photos stand out. This expansive property boasts an authentic 17-century Dutch barn that comprises a serene sparkling pond standing beside it lending an ideal backdrop for some swoon-worthy wedding photos. The barn is an incredibly picturesque spot and can be an ideal setting for you to have some dreamy first-look wedding portraits. Over the lovely pond, the macadam lane will take you to the majestic estate where a columned brick Georgian manor is waiting for you to celebrate the most important day of your life! Pose with your bridesmaids and groomsmen in front of this luxuriant and charming Manor to have some fun-loving candid photos! With your bridal party. No wonder the panorama of rolling hills overlooking this mansion creates a stunning backdrop for your fairytale wedding in New York.  The landscape pops in the warmer months and there is also a small bridge that can be the stage for you to have some formal family portraits. 

Amongst all the locations, our wedding photographers from the New York and suburban areas would love to capture your stunning and incredible bridal portraits in their on-site bridal suite. This spacious bridal suite boasts a setting that will be excellent for you to share some family moments with your mother before your grand ‘I do’ moment. The window light in The Highlands Country Club bridal suite is just incredible and makes for some dramatic bridal portraits. Get yourself and your bridesmaids pampered while getting ready and not to forget to savor some champagne right before tying the knot! 

We can guarantee that you and your guests will be awe-inspired by the well-shaped grounds, elevated rustic charm and elegance, and exceptional service. The sole focus of the trained and professional team of wedding professionals will be on your wedding only. Host your outdoor ceremony in the lawn, followed by photography sessions throughout their grounds. Begin the celebration with a champagne toast in front of the fireplace, followed by a three or four-course meal customized to your liking. Conclude your dreamy wedding day with a wedding cake and finally say sparkling goodbye to your singlehood! Weddings at The Highlands Country Club begin and end with personalized attention from their dedicated team to ensure thorough planning and flawless execution of your special day.

We know there are endless reasons because of which a majority of New York brides are planning to get married in the Hudson Valley. But one of the major reasons which are compelling our soon-to-be brides to choose this destination is the availability of a bucket full of beautiful engagement locations and stunning wedding venues. From majestic mountain views to the grand river, parks, and nature preserves, there’s no shortage of great spots to get remarkable post-wedding photoshoots and pre-wedding photography sessions done. However, in each city and town, there are beautiful spots that sometimes get overlooked.

Your wedding photographers from New York and its suburbs will have a good idea of photography spots to go based on location and the time you will have, but ultimately, the decision is all yours and of your partner. It’s good to know ahead of time, where you would like to get your engagement and post-wedding photos taken. Ideally, it’s best to keep photos grouped in places that are different, but also geographically close by. We’d like to showcase some of these areas in cities across the Hudson Valley. Here are some spots we love that you may not have thought about!

Vanderbilt Mansion

Vanderbilt Mansion in Hyde Park is a historic and dreamy location for relaxed pre-wedding photoshoots and post-wedding photography sessions. Allow our photographers to capture a few pictures of you both posing against the estate house before meandering it for a breathtaking view of the Hudson River. Go on a romantic walk with your sweetheart on the 3 miles of beautifully manicured gardens and grounds (don’t forget to stop all along the way for tender photos.) One look over this luxurious mansion and you’ll understand why the Vanderbilts settled there in the first place.

Walkway Over the Hudson

Walkway Over the Hudson happens to be a haven for our NYC wedding photographers who are in search of the perfect and iconic Hudson River shot. No wonder, this bridge is photogenic from any angle. No wonder the gleaming blue sky will lend an outstanding backdrop for your photographs. We advise you to go during dawn or dusk time to have a stunning golden hour photography experience. Rain or shine, clear or foggy, the Walkway Over the Hudson always serves as the perfect setting for your calm pre-wedding and relaxed post-wedding photography!

Storm King Art Center

Couples coming down to Big Apple always love to flock to Storm King Art Center for all the latest and greatest oversized artifacts in the world of arts. No wonder the open-air museum is a standby when it comes to capturing grid-worthy photos. Whether you snap an architectural close-up or aim your camera at the rolling hillsides instead, you will no doubt walk away with a Facebook gallery full of stunning pictures. Let your inner artist come out at this amazing location. Pose under, on top of, inside and next to your favorites for the perfect pre-wedding photoshoot! 

Poet’s Walk

Poet’s Walk is a place filled with timeless, organic, rustic, and perfect for your engagement photography and post-wedding photoshoot! Allow our photographers in New York and beyond to capture some incredible shots of the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge over the Hudson River. Take a romantic stroll on 2 miles of walking trails over rolling hills with Catskill mountain backdrops, well-placed benches, and a rustic gazebo, ideal for post-wedding photography! 

With so many photography locations in Hudson Valley, we can almost guarantee that once our photographers start clicking away, they won’t stop until there is room left in their camera! 

So it’s time you should book our George Street Photo & Video services and discover the simplest way to turn once-in-a-lifetime moments into a colorful fairytale and that too in an affordable budget! George Street Photo & Video wedding photographers are known for offering high-quality services without breaking your bank. In order to receive the finest wedding photography and videography service in New York and nearby areas, all you need to do is schedule an appointment with our team of expert wedding planners that will surely make your wedding planning in New York an easy breeze!