20 Fabulous Wedding Venues Within A 2-Hour Drive of Philly


Love Philly, but not the idea of a big city wedding? This bustling metropolis just happens to be minutes away from national parks, quaint seaside towns, and serene countryside. So if you’re looking for a venue with jaw-dropping scenery and a relaxed vibe, feast your eyes on these beauties that are all located within a short 2-hour drive!



DELAWARE


Less than an hour away


Bellevue Hall

Wilmington, DE

Fab Features: exquisite 1850 Colonial Revival Mansion surrounded by artfully manicured grounds • exchange vows on the sprawling lawn under a charming gazebo • gorgeous receptions in the elegant mansion or beneath a pristine clear-ceiling outdoor tent, surrounded by perennial gardens

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

Winterthur Museum & Country Estate

Wilmington, DE

Fab Features: the magnificent former mansion of Henry Francis du Pont • the grounds are made up of nearly 1,000 acres of rolling meadows, woodlands, a reflecting pool, and a dazzling 60-acre garden • exclusive catering provided by Restaurant Associates

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$

Deerfield

Newark, DE

Fab Features: versatile events facility with stately architecture bordered by White Clay Creek State Park • the ballroom affords floor-to-ceiling windows that bring the outdoors in • say “I do” on the terrace beneath a beautiful Katsura Tree or on the expansive lawn under the shade of towering pines

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$


CENTRAL + SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY


Within 90 minutes


Bishop Farmstead

Southampton Township, NJ

Fab Features: wildflowers, birds, and butterflies abound on this lush twelve-acre property in the heart of New Jersey’s famous Pine Barrens • the Big Red Barn offers plenty of modern comforts and access to the farmstead’s gorgeous patio and lawn spaces • all celebrations are overseen by the pros at Jeffrey A. Miller

Catering: In-house
Price: $$

The Palace at Somerset Park

Somerset, New Jersey

Fab Features: opulent, Palladian-style event center • continental flourishes abound at both the East House and West House, including marble entryways, Tuscan fountains, hand-carved fireplaces, soaring ceilings and lots of gold and crystal • soaring columns accent a grand outdoor patio that looks out on the manicured gardens

Catering: In-house
Price: $$

The Hamilton Manor

Hamilton Township, NJ

Fab Features: rustic-chic private events venue set on a lush landscape • dreamy ceremonies beneath the garden gazebo's delicate wrought-iron dome • dance the night away in the Barn, with its vaulted cathedral ceiling and unique "rain wall" water feature

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

The Grand Hotel of Cape May

Cape May, New Jersey

Fab Features: ceremonies on the oceanfront Wedding Veranda • the 5th-floor ballrooms provide panoramic views of the beach, Atlantic Ocean, and Cape May • luxurious accommodations with fab amenities

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

Women's Civic Club of Stone Harbor

Stone Harbor, NJ

Fab Features: exchange vows in the dunes with a shimmering ocean backdrop • receptions in the open-air tent or inside the ballroom • endless DIY opportunities

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

Flanders Hotel

Ocean City, NJ

Fab Features: 1923 landmark jewel located steps from the boardwalk • romantic beachside ceremonies • variety of reception spaces from the Crystal Ballroom to the Garden Room, with it’s skylight ceiling, curving staircases, and tranquil fountain

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

Seaview, A Dolce Hotel

Galloway, New Jersey

Fab Features: luxurious turn-of-the-century golf and spa resort • massive Oval Room and its adjacent patio overlooks Reeds Bay and the lush grounds • all their generous packages include a complimentary suite for the newlyweds and a custom wedding cake

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$


LEHIGH VALLEY


Less than 2 hours away


Vault 634

Allentown, PA

Fab Features: the stunning facade is designed with Coronation-style pillars and intricate marble details • the great hall boasts a breathtaking 900-square-foot stained glass ceiling, authentic Hess Chandeliers, and golf leaf molding • dedicated events staff can help customize your events from the table set up to personalized libations

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


THE POCONOS


A short 2 hours by car


The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort

East Stroudsburg, PA

Fab Features: welcoming venue in a dreamy natural setting with year-round beauty • pamper your wedding party with a day at the on-site spa before saying "I do" beneath the arms of a tree nestled beside the Delaware River • enjoy delicious cuisine in the modern reception hall, which boasts an open-trussed ceiling, wrought-iron chandeliers, and large windows framing lovely views

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH COUNTRY


Within a 2-hour drive


Heron's Hollow

Stewartstown, PA

Fab Features: dreamy destination for no-stress nuptials with rolling fields, a charming pond with a water feature, and mature forest as your picturesque backdrop • the pole barn is perfect for a party, with airy open trusses and sliding doors that open onto a pretty adjacent lawn for tenting or yard games • stay all weekend in the comfy lodging, which offers 9 bedrooms, 3 patios, fire pits, and more!

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$

The Bond

York, PA

Fab Features: unique, post-industrial space with exposed brick, polished concrete floors, and dazzling crystal chandeliers • tall, floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space with natural light • steps from the urban Royal Square Gardens, lit with market lights and accented by a mural

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

Ironstone Ranch

Elizabethtown, PA

Fab Features: historic 100-acre fruit farm • hold having your ceremony in the orchard or the open-air mini barn • cocktails on the patio while watching longhorns graze in the meadow

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

Historic Rock Ford

Lancaster, PA

Fab Features: historic home surrounded by gardens, woodlands, and the Conestoga River • custom cocktails served from the 18th century-style bar • the restored 18th-century barn is designed with handcrafted colonial-style lanterns, original hand-hewn beams, and stone interior walls

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$

Elizabeth Furnace

Lititz, PA

Fab Features: secluded estate set on 33 acres of heritage buildings and grounds • ceremonies in the tiered Coleman Gardens • variety of indoor reception spaces from the cheerful, colonial-style Stable, to a primitive Charcoal Barn set in a wooded glen

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$


BUCKS & MONTGOMERY COUNTY


Within a 1-hour drive


Logan Inn

New Hope, PA

Fab Features: luxe, historic inn tucked at the heart of charming New Hope • lovely ballroom with reclaimed wood ceilings, dramatic stone flooring, and modern touches like fused glass windows and sleek metal finishes • expect unmatched hospitality and easy planning thanks to the stellar team at Landmark Venues

Catering: In-house
Price: $$

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