ffmann, Sarah Mugavero, and Silje Rendine - were so responsive every step of the way and really went out of their way to accommodate every special request or change we made to ensure that our day was perfect. We did not have to worry about a single thing. Julie helped coordinate everything for us and was a pleasure to work with, while Mike Mikulich, our maitre d was fantastic as well. There were 10 tables set up inside seating 10 to Louis went absolutely above and beyond what I would've imagined a Maitre D' would do! ion and smooth operation of the entire wedding day. Though the wedding ended at 11, no one rushed us out of the space, which we appreciated since we were all still enjoying the evening and the fire pit! The staff was incredibly professional and accommodating. Run by the team behind Crystal Springs Resort, Ballyowen Golf Club strives to give soon-to-be-wed couples a romantic, unforgettable setting. Wedding Sales Team. Our Maitre D, Laurie, was so attentive. Find wedding inspiration that fits your style with photos from real couples, Sit back and relax with travel info + exclusive deals for the hottest honeymoon destinations. 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!!! Social Gatherings . They have a beautiful bridal suite to get ready in. Our guests are still raving about the food! The magnificent stone Clubhouse and Bailigh Bluff House embody an old-world design, decorated in dark woods and featuring a cathedral ceiling, circular bar and large stone fireplace offering breathtaking mountain views and sunsets. Ballyowen Golf Club Wedding Planning Tools Vendors Wedding Website Invitations Registry Attire & Rings Ideas & Advice Gifts & Favors Find a Couple Log In Sign Up Planning Tools Checklist Budgeter Wedding Vision Guest List & RSVPs Savings Program Discover Deals And More Join The Knot Savings Program Take The Knot's Style Quiz Vendors From the incredible landscape, delicious food, and wonderful service, they truly have it all. Hotel: Minerals Hotel Then we met Silje who hands down, made the entire process a breeze. Thank you Luis!!! If you do, you will have to hire someone/get someone to set everything up for you as this venue will not. Our maitre'd the night of was so attentive and helpful and even helped with my disabled father which really lessened my stress. This golf club is brimming with Celtic inspiration and embodies an old-world design which will make you and your guests feel like you have stepped back in time. I recently got married on August 19, 2017 at the Ballyowen Golf Club. I think the views are what sold us on the venue. Our maitre d was the cherry on top of a wonderful customer experience. This breathtaking venue provides 250 sprawling acres and a panoramic view of the picturesque landscape. The first time we ever saw the venue, it literally took our breath away. Excuses after excuses have been heard, and I'm tired of it. g and the bridal suite was set up with refreshments and there was always someone popping in to make sure we were okay! The food was delicious and the service was great. The staff, however, are what truly made our day unforgettable. ng, hardworking, fun and caring team I have ever seen!! From the first meeting until the last Julie, Silje, and the entire staff provided us with everything we needed! -Invest in up-lighting - the ceilings are a little low but a little bit of up-lighting solved this and made the room unreal looking (the DJ we hired recommended that based on prior experience at Ballyowen and he was 100% right) Ballyowen r gorgeous location and definitely unique; the guests loved the laidback atmosphere and watching the sunset over the hills. ther as our venue. The staff were always there to answer any questions/concerns from day 1! h a large bar, plenty of seating and a wraparound deck! The setting and buildings are beautiful for a fall wedding. We look forward to welcoming you to the wedding of your dreams at Ballyowen Golf Club. Enjoy your choice of extraordinary venues & inspiring menus. 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. Luis, the mait Ballyowen Golf Club; Wedding Review: From there he continued to run the rest of the reception flawlessly and even altered the timeline of the cake cutting when he saw my elderly grandmother was getting too tired to stay out for the entire reception. Once the reality took shape, Louis helped in so many ways! Special thanks to Louis, the maitre d', for making my husband and I feel so special on our wedding day! Ballyowen is honestly a hidden GEM!!! The gorgeous sunset at the end of the night was the cherry on top!! Celebrate your special day with a Celtic style country club wedding at Ballyowen Golf Club. You have made our day!! When you pull in, There are rolling hills and beautiful views surrounding the cocktail room and the reception building. We had the best day ever thanks to the wonderful staff at Ballyowen Golf Club. The decor with all the lanterns looked absolutely beautiful. We had about 100 people and it felt like the perfect amount for Ballyowen - I wouldn't have more than 125 in that space. We have a fantastic time! We wish they paid closer attention to details on the hotel staff/management side. Ballyowen's landscape and intimate feel is what attracted us to the venue and it did not disappoint. It all went off without a hitch thanks to the amazing and accommodating staff! It's unique and the space is intimate. 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 Luckily the weather was great and we had the ceremony outside. It was the most perfect August day with beautiful lighting. This breathtaking venue provides 250 sprawling acres and a panoramic view of the picturesque landscape. They threw in some very nice extras the day of that came as a pleasant suprise :). Guests are stilling reaching out and telling us how much they loved our wedding. The foodoh my, the food. it was so delicious!! I know people who were there yesterday. I had a suite at the Grand Cascades Lodge which was amazing. Julie, Silje, Luis and the entire staff at Ballyowen Golf Club. 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. Thank you Ballyowen !! The resort has 3 additional venues to host weddings including the Grand Cascades Lodge, Minerals Hotel, and Black Bear Golf Club. The cocktail hour in the lounge was so so beautiful, and our guests raved about how amazing the food and drinks were. Beautiful landscaping, and scenery. We went for the platinum package and had about 90 people at our wedding. This golf club is brimming with Celtic inspiration and embodies an old-world design which will make you and your guests feel like you have stepped back in time. A few tips/comments: Ballyowen is simply gorgeous. All that's missing is the sound of bagpipes (not . 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. The golf club is over 250 acres is a wonderful venue in NJ away from the hustle and bustle and smaller wedding venues in NYC. Honestly, the biggest piece of advice I got as a bride was not to worry if something went wrong, because it always does, but not one single thing went wrong!! 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. He made sure we always had a drink in our hand and that we enjoyed every moment of our night. Christine and her girls got ready on-site, while Steve and his guys got ready at nearby Minerals Hotel. It poured in the middle of our ceremony and he recovered the entire thing so that it was no big deal. Furthermore, your NJ golf club wedding will be the only one taking place that day, guaranteeing that your special day is just for you. We had an amazing wedding at Ballyowen thanks to you! ** Additional cost * Counts as two selections All menus are subect to change. Our day to night was PERFECT. Julie, Silje & Louis were amazing and super accommodating throughout the whole process! You don't have to worry at all! My husband and I had been concerned that check-in time at the hotel was at 4:00 and our ceremony was at 5:00, and we were told the shuttle bus would only take 2 loops to get everyone to Ballyowen for the ceremony, but Silje kept telling us that is how it is. Not only is the room totally gorgeous, and rustic, just as I envisioned, the views all around it are STUNNING. We loved every minute planning your wedding. The icing on the cake was how affordable Ballyowen was compared to other venues we inquired about with less than Ballyowens top notch service. Ballyowen Golf Club 35 reviews Claimed Golf Edit Open 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM See hours See all 43 photos Write a review Add photo " " cart " Location & Hours 137 Wheatsworth Rd Courts Spring Resort Hamburg, NJ 07419 Get directions Edit business info You Might Also Consider Sponsored Bowlero Fair Lawn 82 Reserve Your Lanes! The Bailigh Bluff House accommodates up to 150 guests for your reception overlooking the gently rolling fairways of Ballyowen Golf Club and the mountains. Please don't be a stranger and come back to visit. It truly was a beautiful day. Our families both traveled 3+ hours and it was totally worth it!!! Some I didn't know about until later when my bridesmaids told me. And the ceremony space on the 10th hole?!?! We recommended Minerals Resort and Spa for accommodations because it was cheaper and had more activities. The ceremony backdrop will be an array of craggy knolls, quarries, and tall native grasses of seasonal colors. Best Maitre D EVER! She was even so helpful the day of the wedding, which we are grateful for! 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. Again, OVERALL the wedding was beautiful and we were happy -- the venue is fantastic and really takes care of everything you need to pull off a great wedding -- but there were some stressful times dealing with the room block at CSR. The club house where they host weddings is situated on top of a beautiful hill overlooking a valley of well manicured golf greens and is absolutely gorgeous. She worked with me up until the evening before the wedding on seating charts and what would look best. Laura & John Filipek. stal springs, there is an unlimited shuttle to and from all venues! So organized, helpful, and no request was too much! Always available to answer my 1 million questions! We had an outdoor ceremony, which was great even though it was quite windy that day. From the lush fields to the vintage indoor dcor, this space will add a timeless, elegant ambience to your special day. I could go on and on but will instead tell you not to hesitate in booking this venue for your dream wedding day. The gorgeous sunset at the end of the night was the cherry on top! Learn More. Not only did we have such beautiful weather, but Stefanie and Chris gifted us every wedding photographer's dream- time!! She had all of Taylors detailed notes ready to go and not even one minor detail got lost in translation. The food and cake were absolutely amazing, and all of our guests raved about it! I could not have asked for a better venue!!! The main reason for that, besides the beautiful location obviously, is the st We absolutely loved every aspect of our wedding day at Ballyowen! They were both extremely responsive and helpful and patient - the perfect mix to my neurotic Plan-A self. The overall experience was great, but day of details could have really caused issues if I had been more uptight/nervous over details. I would recommend 100%. Ballyowen truly went above and beyond to accommodate weddings safely during this time. NJ's Luxury Resort Wedding Destination Ballyowen Golf Club (rated #1 in NJ) at Crystal Springs Resort embodies the Celtic feel of Ireland. 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). held, is enclosed by all glass windows, so throughout the night you continue to see the course and mountains. 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. Working with the staff of ballyowen was a pleasure, they were all very helpful. 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. Working with Nicole, the on-site wedding planner was so fun! $199.00. Later in the night Louis helped coordinate the cake, bouquet/garter toss and all the food with the kitchen. I just got married at ballyowen on Saturday July 6th- two days ago and I could not wait to come on here and rave about the venue and the staff. This was the first ven Ballyowen and Crystal Springs Resort greatly exceeded our expectations. Experienced caterers, event coordinators, and bartenders will be made available, eager to make your dream day come to life. We are still receiving compliments about the delicious food, gorgeous views, friendly staff and overall amazing venue. We can't say enough about how beautiful our day was and can't thank the team enough for helping pull it all together!! ue (we only looked at 2) that we saw and I'm so glad that we decided to have our wedding here. Cheers to the bride and groom for a life filled with good health and happiness :). My bridal party got ready there and my new husband and I stayed there 2 nights after the wedding before we went on our honeymoon. We lucked out and had a beautiful, 72 degree weather day with a sunset that blew me away. My husband and I were never without food or a drink in our hand thanks to Luis and his staff. See below to read testimonials from couples who have made their dreams come true at Black Bear Golf Club. If I could get married again, I would do it there again in a heartbeat. Julie was so helpful in the early stages with booking and any other que Hello Laura and John, From A Rustic Autumn Wedding in Hamburg, NJ Vendors Judith Rae Photography Tags Wedding Activities Reception Wedding Categories Decorations & Accents More Photos From This Album Maggie & Mike in Hamburg, NJ Length 7094 yards. Ballyowen Golf Club Paper lanterns hung from the ceiling during the reception, and cast a soft glow on the festivities. The scenery is amazing and the grounds are so well kept. Location. th our most unreasonable of requests! They took care of everythingRead More. You made our day!! We had the most gorgeous, picture perfect day allowing us to get married outside and our guests were floored by the stunning course and mountains in the distance. Warm Regards, This modern sport involves throwing an axe at a wooden target, and attempting to hit as close to the bullseye as possible. Thank you so much Julie, Lee and all the great staff at Ballyowen Golf Club, you went above and beyond for our wedding! All of our out of state guests remarked at how beautiful it was and how they had no idea how nice NJ was. Ballyowen Golf Club 4.8 Excellent 54 reviews Hamburg, NJ Visit website $13k - $17k For 100 Guests Up to 150 guests Request pricing About FAQs Reviews 54 Real Weddings 2 Pricing View all 85 About Ballyowen Golf Club is a stunning wedding venue ideally situated in Hamburg, NJ. We could not have been happier with our wedding at the Ballyowen Golf Club. He was the matre d' for our event, and I highly recommend him. f the venue. The process leading up to the wedding I dont think could of went any smoother. All of my guests complainer she was awful. Also, this venue was perfect was a small wedding s super helpful and always answered my emails right away. Stefani and Chris' wedding at Ballyowen Golf Club was our first ever at the venue so we were so excited to be there with them as they became husband and wife. The food was fabulous,though I admit I did not spend much time eating. No detail was too small for her. Silje was always so quick to answer our questions or accommodate anything that we wanted to come to life for our wedding day. She even helped decorate my sweetheart table and made sure everything was were it was supposed to be for the reception! Our guests loved that! The real MVP of our wedding day was Luis, the Maitre D'. I had several major panic moments leading up to the wedding, and Nicole was just amazing. Everything about Ballyowen was magical. On weekends, prices start at $55.00 and go to $115.00. We are so thankful for example that Silje still took us out on the golf cart for photos despite the 95 degree weather on our wedding day! SO BEAUTIFUL. We got married on 8/1/2020. . Run by the team behind Crystal Springs Resort, Ballyowen Golf Club strives to give soon-to-be-wed couples a romantic, unforgettable setting. Love, Befo Ballyowen was hands down the most amazing venue. No one was hungry the food was impeccable and people are STILL Raving about how 'gorgeous of a venue' it was and how this was the 'Best Wedding they've ever been to' also how the 'service was so put together'. From the very beginning of the wedding process, both of these individuals did everything they could, answered every annoying question possible, to ensure that we had everything we needed for our big day. 3. The grounds were breathtaking, the ceremony garden was beautiful and the cocktail hour and reception buildings were unique and classy with a rustic look we were hoping for. All the workers wore masks though, so they care if their worker spreads the disease, but not if they catch it. We got married at Ballyowen in October, and we had the most amazing day! 1. The driving range includes complimentary balls, and there's a reasonably sized putting green. And speaking of food earlier, there was an abundance of it and people raved about how amazing it was! When we first looked at Ballyowen we knew that day it was the perfect place for us. Some tips if you are getting married there: That I thought was so incredible! Everyone absolutely raved about the cocktail hour and how delicious the food was. From keeping us hydrated during pictures, taking us to all of the best spots for pictures, making sure we had plates of food during the cocktail hour so we didnt miss it, and checking on us, our parents and our bridal party frequently. Ballyowen Golf Club at Crystal Springs Resort. THe only complaint I have is that we did not eat enough at cocktail hour. We cannot say enough good things about Ballyowen. There were so many places for nice pictures, and the food was OUTSTANDING! 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. Ballyowen Golf Club Wedding. Likewise, when my dad had forgotten to give Luis the sparklers I had brought for a photo with our bridal party, Luis quickly found left over sparklers left behind from another wedding and lit them for us! 2. Our guests are still raving about the food! To arrange a tour or get a quote, please call our team at(855) 891-2117 or contact us here. The ceiling in the reception area is very dark. The whole staff the night of was amazing, and multiple guests commented how amazing the service was. Our guests raved about the view, as well as the food selection during cocktail hour. Once we booked, Silje took on the role of Wedding Coordinator flawlessly, and she was always available to answer any questions we had while planning. Luis was fantastic at making sure the night was running smooth and ensured we were always happy. I worked very closely with Julie and Silje leading up to the wedding. The team members we worked with - Julie Hoffmann, Sarah Mugavero, and Silje Rendine - were so responsive every step of the way and really went out of their way to accommodate every special request or change we made to ensure that our day was perfect. We were then introduced to our MaitreD for the evening, Mike. It didn't hurt that we had a picture perfect day. Our coordinator, Silje, was so great and answered every question and email quickly and with lots of patience (and I had lots of questions!) Everything was set up meticulously and beautifully. Do not overlook this venue, its truly one of a kind. One thing we really appreciated was that he made sure we got a tasting plate of everything we had selected for cocktail hour! Stefani & Chris. e beginning, Julie was great in answering all of our questions before booking. 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! 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. The golf course features a plush green fairway, which is a truly picturesque location for sun-kissed photo sessions. It was a great, relaxing way to re-group and start our honeymoon. Cloudy weather is actually ideal for the photos and comfort. They filled all our requests, and went above and beyond. Guests can stay at Crystal Springs Resort's two stylish hotels and enjoy a host of world-class amenities including two luxury spas, 6 championship golf courses, refreshing indoor and outdoor pools, plus a renowned Wine Cellar. The outdoor ceremony space has the most incredible views and is perfectly maintained. The food was outstanding. Our guests were blown away by the views and we were so happy to share this stunning slice of NJ with our family and friends! More or less all of our guests stayed the weekend. My bridesmaids told me that they had to yell at staff to get them to finally set the reception room and decorations up, close to ceremony time. Look no further for your dream wedding venue! He was the silent, hidden star of my wedding day. Overall we were very happy with our wedding. 't look/feel like a wedding factory, but they do so many weddings, they function like one (in the best way possiblethey can handle anything). She was always so quick to respond to all of my emails and was so understanding when we had a few family emergencies just days before our wedding. ted on a beautiful golf course with picturesque rolling hills. Celebrate a milestone event or special occasion and stay with us. I cannot say enough good things about all of the staff! Some at the wedding and others golfing. Our maitre d, Mark, was absolutely spectacular and took great care of my husband and I throughout the night.