For additional information . Lee did not skip a beat and after our first call with her we knew we were in great hands! The setting and buildings are beautiful for a fall wedding. held, is enclosed by all glass windows, so throughout the night you continue to see the course and mountains. The dance floor looked small, but don't be fooled, it fit at least 20-30 ppl at a time. 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!!! We cannot say enough about Louie who was our Matire D for the evening. One of our favorite memories was riding on the golf cart for photos. We ended up doing a buffet style menu and added a chocolate fountain for dessert option as well. Beyond the food and the gorgeous wooden ceilings, stone fireplaces, cobblestone floors, bag piper who played for our guests as they walked to the reception, and bistro lights in the reception room, you just cannot beat the views. It's a perfect location for a smaller wedding. All of the other staff working at Ballyowen worked flawlessly as well! On the day of our wedding, Silje met us at the venue - they had snacks and drinks ready for us in the bridal suite. Promising one another that you'll We recently had our wedding at Ballyowen Golf Club. Luis was phenomenal. There was the potential for thunderstorms on our day and he tracked the weather all day, kept me calm, informed, and had a plan all day on top of his general responsibilities. The ceremony went well in the pavilion, and we got gorgeous photos during cocktail hour as a rainbow appeared after the rain. 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. I did not go to the bar once at the reception because any time I put my drink down, Luis was there with a fresh poured glass for me. Bus Tours. We appreciate your looking into this so that it will not remain on your public-facing site. Its a links-style course, so there really is no shade! To arrange a tour or get a quote, please call our team at(855) 891-2117 or contact us here. My only other complaint is that during the day, Julie gave our photographer the keys to a golf cart and told us we are free to explore the course and take photos anywhere as long as there isnt a game of golf on that hole. The food was awesome, our pictures turned out gorgeous and the staff made our day better than we could have ever imagined. I can honestly say I was 100% stress free on the day of my wedding. 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. Julie was so helpful in the early stages with booking and any other que Hello Laura and John, -The max for the venue is 150, but anything over 135-140 i think would have felt too cramped (word to the wise) Enjoy a beautiful Celtic setting on your special day. Par 72. So organized, helpful, and no request was too much! We couldn't have been luckier with the weather. Our guests had a great time and could not stop talking about how amazing the food was. Luckily the weather was great and we had the ceremony outside. 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". Crystal Springs Resort takes all safet We got married at Ballyowen on 7/5/19 and we have nothing but wonderful things to say about the entire process!! It was a great, relaxing way to re-group and start our honeymoon. In addition I had bought two cake toppers (both of which broke in the mail) and I had no time to fix them. My dress ripped at some point in the night, he found safety pins, brought me to the side to help me fix it so people would stop tripping on it. They are putting employees and guests at risk. Jen Baldwin also helped coordinate decor and the first look the day of along with other details that she and Louis organized. We felt so well taken care of by Louis, Julie, Silje and Jen right from the very first corresponding email up to the very last centerpiece being packed up to go home. :). Thank you Luis!!! That brings us to the big day. The Ballyowen venue and grounds are just breathtaking!! We initially had our tour with Julie, and from then on, she was incredibly helpful and just really great to work with. 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. It allowed my husband and I to be on the dance floor the whole night without a worry in the world. My husband and I were never without food or a drink in our hand thanks to Luis and his staff. They threw in some very nice extras the day of that came as a pleasant suprise :). The process leading up to the wedding I dont think could of went any smoother. There were so many places for nice pictures, and the food was OUTSTANDING! I booked this venue a year in advance, which gave me so much time to ask Julie or Silje a thousand questions ;) Not once did t We had our ceremony and reception at Ballyowen Golf Club on 6/30/17 and it was amazing! The whole staff the night of was amazing, and multiple guests commented how amazing the service was. Ballyowen truly hit the mark. We did not have to worry about a single thing. Our 10/09 wedding was a dream come true all thanks to the staff at Ballyowen. The layout tumbles through valleys and hills, staying as true as possible to the natural contours of . re myself, or my husband had a chance to worry about something, there was Luis, reading our minds, and handling "it". The only thing that annoyed me was that things were not set up exactly how I wanted them. The course sprawls across 250 acres of rolling farmland that overlooks the Walkill River. They even had someone shuttle over my welcome bags and hand deliver them to each guest. Overall, the planning process with Ballyowen was very smooth and organized and the day was a breeze. As a young girl my wedding was something I dreamed about, played dress up for and longed for. As a bride, you NEVER stop worrying about everything being perfect. The staff set up all of our decor better than I could have imagined! Ceremony & Reception: Ballyowen Golf Club We booked them in 2019 for our original June 2020 wedding date and were so grateful for the ease of the booking and covid rescheduling processes. You will absolutely not go wrong having your wedding here - there is no place and no one better! I would definitely recommend Ballyowen Golf Club to anyone searching for a venue. The color scheme consisted of greens, dusty blues, gold and white. Silje and Julie were also great throughout the planning process by answering our many many questions. Experienced caterers, event coordinators, and bartenders will be made available, eager to make your dream day come to life. 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. They both made our night the best day ever and we can never thank them enough. Their food is amazing, the reception area is bea We recently had our wedding at Ballyowen golf club. We loved every minute planning your wedding. Say I do at the areas ultimate destination wedding resort. My husband and I dealt directly with Julie and Lee Wilde our wedding coordinator, who helped finesse all the final details and gave tips when I needed help in planning the most. 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. She even helped decorate my sweetheart table and made sure everything was were it was supposed to be for the reception! Finally we came across Ballyowen through a friend's recommendation, she'd gotten married at Blackbear and said Ballyowen was beautiful too. They accommodated for the potentially cold weather with heaters around the pavilion and lighting the fireplace. 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! We are thrilled you had the wedding of your dreams. tail was taken care of. We look forward to welcoming you to the wedding of your dreams at Ballyowen Golf Club. in their responses. They will not let you down. (888) 388-3472 Crystal Springs Resort Sussex County, NJ (Directions). Luis, the mait Ballyowen Golf Club; Wedding Review: I know people who were there yesterday. The team there (although we had our doubts when we first booked) Was beyond our expectations. It was fun and there are so many beautiful spots. Both of us ate at cocktail hour, and both of our dinners!! The golf course features a plush green fairway, which is a truly picturesque location for sun-kissed photo sessions. If I could get married again, I would do it there again in a heartbeat. Our families both traveled 3+ hours and it was totally worth it!!! Everything went great the day/night of our wedding. Warm Regards, From first being in contact with their wedding sales manager, Julie, we knew Ballyowen was the perfect venue for our big day. It was $130 per person, which is steep (includes cart). Later in the night Louis helped coordinate the cake, bouquet/garter toss and all the food with the kitchen. The Bailigh Bluff House accommodates up to 150 guests for yourreception overlookingthe gently rolling fairways of Ballyowen Golf Club and the mountains. Their staff members went above and beyond from day one to the last second of my wedding. She was even so helpful the day of the wedding, which we are grateful for! She answered about 100 questions from us throughout the planning process before we were introduced to our wedding coordinator, Taylor, who was equally as amazing. 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. lly thoughtful in setting up everything exactly as we had asked. We had a great time exploring the grounds of the beautiful Ballyowen Golf Club in Hamburg, New Jersey . Mimi and Anthony had the most beautiful Ballyowen Golf Club Wedding a few weeks ago! The staff was so great to deal with through coordinating the event, making any changes per our request, providing great recommendations for vendors, and accommodating all of our needs! We had such a great night and we feel we got more than we paid for! Guests can enjoy a cocktail at the circular bar, while relaxing near the large stone fireplace with cozy lounge furniture. It was indoors with 150 guests plus workers in a space with a 150 person capacity. ;jean vanderee at crystal springs is very difficult to work with. 15. I would recommend 100%. The icing on the cake was how affordable Ballyowen was compared to other venues we inquired about with less than Ballyowens top notch service. 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! The staff at Ballyowen was professional and our day was everything we had ever hoped for and more because of all of their hard work. Our guests stayed at Minerals which worked out perfectly-the shuttle was flawless, and the after party at Kites was so much fun. 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. all of the planning and made the transition from planning to reality seamless. We had also sampled the macaroni and cheese at our tasting, and while still good, it was different from the one served at our reception different type of noodle and cheese. Black Bear Golf Club is a slightly larger venue accommodating up to 185 guests. We could not have been happier with our wedding at the Ballyowen Golf Club. If you are looking for a private and intimate place to get married Ballyowen is ideal. Whatever "it" was "I think I need ice in my drink or my Aunt Betty is getting a little too tipsy and should probably have a seat for a minute". Luis HANDLED it before we even uttered the words. The team at this venue is wonderful, and not to mention the stunning grounds. I chose ballyowen for my wedding bc it is absolutely breathe taking. Ballyowen's landscape and intimate feel is what attracted us to the venue and it did not disappoint. Leading up to the day, Silje was always responsive to my emails and accommodating to my requests. Indoor receptions can be hosted in the Clubhouse, which features natural stone architecture and dark wooden floors and walls. our ceremony. Stefani and Christopher's wedding day was picturesque! From th From the moment we saw Ballyowen, we knew we were going to get married there and it did not disappoint! The foodoh my, the food. it was so delicious!! Our ceremony was outdoors and the day could not have been more picture perfect. Sorry, Ballyowen Golf Club is not available, but let's get you back on track! The food was very good and even better than our tasting. Company Name. If you are looking for a beautiful and unique space for an intimate wedding, go see Ballyowen! I cannot say enough good things about all of the staff! Name. We were able to s Our daughter and son-in-law got married at Ballyowen in September 2018 and we could not have asked for a more perfect event! And they did. The staff of ballyowen pulled it all off without hitch. The only problem we had was with the air conditioning not being cool enough, but other than that I recommend Ballyowen to anyone looking for a different, non-ballroom atmosphere. Just had our wedding there last weekend, and we could not have been happier. Don't be afraid to ask for what you want. She answered every question/concern I had so promptly and was always so helpful. After booking our date we worked with Silje Karlson to set up our tasting, final details meeting and cake. We had 40 rooms booked at Minerals, our rehearsal dinner at Crystal Springs Country Club and our post-wedding breakfast in a private room at Minerals. We had about 100 people and it felt like the perfect amount for Ballyowen - I wouldn't have more than 125 in that space. I had my wedding last week (October 5th 2012) at Ballyowen. Do not overlook this venue, its truly one of a kind. The venue speaks for itself, it is breathtaking and private! it and eat our main course which was also delicious. Guests are stilling reaching out and telling us how much they loved our wedding. Our guests are still raving about the food! The day of the actual wedding was a dream. I worked very closely with Julie and Silje leading up to the wedding. When we toured this venue it had been our first, and I did not need to see any others, I am so happy we went with my gut feeling, it was everything I could have ever wanted. He was the matre d' for our event, and I highly recommend him. Where do I start when writing a review on my mind-reading friend Luis? Check out this years best local pros, chosen by couples like you. She did everything I asked even when it was a little out of the norm. The sunset was incomparable and we heard many comments from our guests that the sunset was breathtaking. The scenery is amazing and the grounds are so well kept. Our pictures from our ceremony are amazing. 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. 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! Share with your guests to collect your wedding photos. 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 Golf Club at Crystal Springs Resort. Lee did not skip a beat and after our first call with her we knew we were in great hands! Once the reality took shape, Louis helped in so many ways! Taylor unfortunately parted ways with Ballyowen about a month before our wedding, which is when we were introduced to our new coordinator, Lee. My husband and I just recently got married at Ballyowen Golf Club and were completely blown away. Discover 5 magnificent venues. BALLYOWEN GOLF CLUB ** ADDITIONAL COST * COUNTS AS TWO SELECTIONS ALL MENUS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BALLYOWEN GOLF CLUB AT CRYSTAL SPRINGS RESORT ** ADDITIONAL COST * COUNTS AS TWO SELECTIONS ALL MENUS AE SUECT TO CHANGE plated dinner reception GOLD PACKAGE Our pictures from our ceremony are amazing. Ballyowen Golf Club June Wedding. Many of our guests (including my grandparents) were told that our wedding block didn't exist or didn't have rooms left, when we did. We cannot say enough good things about Ballyowen. Do yourself a favor and visit Ballyowen! From first being in contact with their wedding sales manager, Julie, we knew Ballyowen was the perfect venue for our big day. The real MVP of our wedding day was Luis, the Maitre D'. 3. The driving range includes complimentary balls, and there's a reasonably sized putting green. They filled all our requests, and went above and beyond. Silje, the wedding coordinator was very nice to work with, and answered all of our questions along the way! The outdoor ceremony space has the most incredible views and is perfectly maintained. The great thing about Crystal Springs is that your wedding package comes with a wedding coordinator. As soon as I saw Ballyowen, I knew i had to be married there. Weeks leading up to the wedding Silje was amazing. My one piece of advice to brides who book this as their venue---DO NOT DIY your wedding. Julie was our wedding coordinator and did a great job. The ceremony backdrop will be an array of craggy knolls, quarries, and tall native grasses of seasonal colors. Hair and makeup arrived on time and were great until my mother-in-law, who had a mini-meltdown over her hair, and apparently the hairdresser was not being very helpful (she was last to go). I recently got married on August 19, 2017 at the Ballyowen Golf Club. All these options had guest minimums that were substantially higher than the guests we realistically wanted to invite and we also didn't want to pay for a headcount if guests couldn't enjoy the venue with us. Ryan & Christina, stions we had. I begin to tear up just thinking about how perfect our 6/14/19 wedding there was - it was just a magical day! I had several major panic moments leading up to the wedding, and Nicole was just amazing. After the ceremony Louis made sure my husband and I always had a drink in our hand and made sure we were satisfied with everything happening. Description. I'd recommend this venue to any and every new 'bride-to-be' I've come across since and everyone that I'll meet in the future. In spite of any hiccups, our wedding was BEAUTIFUL and I couldnt be happier with our choice, I would pick Ballyowen again if I had to do it all over again :). If you are the bride/groom, there are issues you want to be aware of. We recommended Minerals Resort and Spa for accommodations because it was cheaper and had more activities. Silje (wedding coordinator) and Louis (maitre d') are both wonderful and will help you out with anything you need. So next thing you know Brent and I made an appointment with Julie Hoffman who answered all of our questions and made booking a breeze!