WEDDINGS
at THE ELDRED PRESERVE
MODERN LUXURY.
NATURAL BEAUTY.
YOUR BESPOKE WEDDING
IN THE CATSKILL MOUNTAINS
The Eldred Preserve is the perfect nest for lovebirds + their loved ones. Settled in the heart of the Catskill Mountains on 35 secluded acres with access to Sunrise Lake + an adjoining 600 acres, our picturesque property provides the perfect blank canvas for you to design the intimate wedding celebration for up to 100 guests that reflects your personality and style.
From the moment you arrive until the moment you depart, The Eldred Preserve provides a rustic, intimate, and inviting atmosphere that creates the picture-perfect setting for a picture-perfect wedding filled with those special moments you’ll never forget.
YOUR DESTINATION FOR WEDDINGS
The phrase “Destination Wedding” has taken on a new meaning at The Eldred Preserve!
Instead of traveling to some far-flung locale, plan your destination wedding at The Eldred Preserve, a beautiful + remote location in the Sullivan County Catskills that’s still an easy drive from Albany, New York City, New Jersey, Connecticut, Philadelphia, and even Boston.
We make it easy to get all your closest guests together with flexible room block discounts and full buyout options at The Eldred Preserve’s premier boutique hotel, The Bradstan Boutique Hotel, just steps away from our various celebration spaces.
Enjoy not only a celebration of your union, but also a reunion with family, friends + other close loved ones who you might not have been able to spend time with due to the pandemic.
OUR SPACES
Primp + Prepare
The Bradstan’s luxurious comforts, including private cabins + suites, provide ample space for the whole party to prepare. We’re happy to supply your favorite treats, or anything else you need, to ensure you arrive at your ceremony relaxed + ready.
Your special day is all about YOU. Just enjoy the magic of the day with those nearest + dearest, and we’ll handle the rest!
“THE ELDRED PRESERVE WAS THE BEST PLACE WE COULD EVER IMAGINE TO GET MARRIED.
THE GROUNDS ARE PERFECT FOR AN INDOOR/ OUTDOOR EVENT, AND THE STAFF WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND.”
Your First Look
The Eldred Preserve provides a variety of swoon-worthy settings to share your wedding day First Look moment. Whether across the expanse of our pristine walking bridge that spans our picturesque pond or along one of our manicured waterfront pathways, the natural beauty of the Catskill Mountains makes for a marvelous backdrop to this intimate + emotional moment.
Vows with a View
Life’s extraordinary moments deserve a breathtaking backdrop. From the outdoor amphitheater + covered pavilion, to the waterfront lawn + indoor event space, our picturesque property offers a variety of indoor + outdoor ceremony sites that offer the perfect balance of simplicity + flexibility, no matter the season.
Captured Moments
Surrounded by love + natural beauty, The Eldred Preserve is ready-made to host breathtaking wedding portraits. Of course you want to savor + share every second of your day, but a picture is worth a thousand words. From the lush greenery of the surrounding forest to the beautiful, sprawling Sunrise Lake, our property will provide the picturesque backdrop for the photos that will last a lifetime.
Alyssa Max
+ Ania Tom
Celebrate in Style
Our elevated farm-to-table cuisine, distinguished service, and attention to detail combine to provide a bespoke experience for your cocktail hour + reception. The seamless flow between the formal event space and the openair terraces allows your guests to roam throughout your celebration and enjoy the natural beauty of the Sullivan Catskills to the fullest extent.
YOUR LOVE. YOUR WAY.
We proudly welcome diverse cultural traditions, interfaith ceremonies, non-secular, and LGBTQ+ celebrations. Our expert wedding specialists understand the unique needs and attention required to create a breathtakingly beautiful and memorable event to impress every guest on your list.
ELOPEMENTS | MICROWEDDINGS/PETITE WEDDINGS VOW RENEWALS | COMMITMENT CEREMONIES
EXCLUSIVE ACCESS
When planning a destination wedding, a full buyout of The Eldred Preserve’s Bradstan Boutique Hotel helps take the guesswork out of travel and accommodations for your guests. Even better, you’ll all enjoy an unprecedented level of privacy + exclusivity that will make your destination wedding feel all the more special.
This arrangement offers you + your guests total access to all areas of the hotel, including all 28 of The Bradstan’s stylish accommodations. Being the only guests on property also means all of our amenities (pool + hot tub, Sunrise Lake, walking trails, fitness studio + MORE) are yours to use exclusively!* Our staff at The Bradstan Boutique Hotel will be dedicated to serving you + your guests, with your happiness + comfort being our only priority.
*Please note that we may allow access to our dining facilities.
YOUR WEEKEND WEDDING
Why should your celebration be limited to the Big Day? From pre-wedding gatherings to departure brunch, we handle every detail to ensure you have a magical weekend.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1
Check in to The Bradstan with your closest family + friends for a hotel takeover!
Enjoy welcome cocktails + host your rehearsal dinner at The Homestead Restaurant + Lounge at The Eldred Preserve.
Day 2
Guests explore the expansive Preserve property, including Sunrise Lake, while you and your wedding party primp + prep in your private cabin.
Honor your commitment with an elegant outdoor ceremony.
Celebrate your future at your wedding reception, where guests easily flow between the formal event space + the open-air terraces.
Keep the celebration going with an onsite after-party, complete with elegantly arranged, classic late-night culinary creations!
Day 3
Say good morning before you say goodbye with a farm-to-table brunch, where you relax + revel in the unforgettable memories with your loved ones.
BE INSPIRED
The Eldred Preserve provides the perfect blank canvas to bring your dream wedding to life.
Join us for a venue tour and see it for yourself. Contact us by calling +1 845 557 8316 or emailing events@theeldredpreserve.com, and we’ll be more than happy to schedule your tour and answer any questions you may have.
PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS
Chris Carter Photography @chris_carter_photography
Elvira Kalviste Photography @elvirakalviste
Erin Cynthia Weddings @erincynthiaweddings
Harmony Renee Photography @harmonyreneephotography
Rob Charles Photography @robcharlesphoto
“WE WERE JUST SIMPLY BLOWN AWAY BY THE PROFESSIONALISM, ACCOMMODATION, AND SERVICE AT OUR WEDDING. EVERY BIT OF OUR DAY WAS AMAZING; THE FOOD WAS OUT OF THIS WORLD AND THE SERVICE STAFF WAS BEYOND EXCELLENT! THE ELDRED PRESERVE REALLY KNOCKED IT OUT OF THE PARK AND WE ARE SO PLEASED TO HAVE THE MEMORIES WE MADE HERE. AMAZING, AMAZING PLACE!!”
Tiffany