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The Preston Barn
5 ★★★★★ 66 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Dover Plains, New York
Charming wedding venue with a patio and fire pit, plus a bar, brunch and innkeeper.
Plan your tour
- Catering in-house catering & bar — confirm the policy (and any fees) before you book your caterer
- Lodging on-site lodging comes up in reviews and the venue's own info — ask how many beds and whether the wedding-night stay is included
- Phone (845) 442-3053
- Website theprestonbarn.com — most venues book tours right on their site
The setting
“I could not recommend this venue enough if you are looking for a special, rustic and wholesome wedding weekend with a unique charm & a whimsical theme.”
“It was so special to stay onsite at this historic inn throughout the entire weekend with our friends and family.”
“The outdoor ceremony space was equally breathtaking, surrounded by lush greenery and peaceful views that created the perfect backdrop to seal our vows.”
Amenities couples mention
“The outdoor ceremony space was equally breathtaking, surrounded by lush greenery and peaceful views that created the perfect backdrop to seal our vows.”
“We chose to have our rehearsal dinner at the Barn as well, which made it a true family weekend getaway complete with smores around the fire pit.”
What couples say again and again
“Venue is beautiful with lots of outdoor and well maintained spaces Helene, the wedding coordinator, was extremely helpful every stage of the process and the day of the wedding.”
“Venue coordinator, Helene, was tremendously helpful and went above and beyond in making sure that everything went seamlessly as planned on our special day.”
“Venue coordinator, Helene, was tremendously helpful and went above and beyond in making sure that everything went seamlessly as planned on our special day.”
“Venue is beautiful with lots of outdoor and well maintained spaces Helene, the wedding coordinator, was extremely helpful every stage of the process and the day of the wedding.”
“The outdoor ceremony space was equally breathtaking, surrounded by lush greenery and peaceful views that created the perfect backdrop to seal our vows.”
From the reviews
Preston Barn is an incredible wedding venue! I don’t know where to start, but we were married there on New Year’s Eve, and everything was beyond our wildest expectations.
We can’t recommend The Preston Barn enough! Helene and team were incredibly helpful from day 1 of booking the venue. We had a very unique wedding weekend with both Indian and American ceremonies and traditions to be worked in and they helped us figure out the best solutions to have the perfect wedding celebration that…
We had the most magical October wedding weekend at the Preston Barn and are so thrilled we made this choice for our venue! We had the most beautiful rehearsal dinner inside the barn the Friday before perfectly organized by the fabulous Donna and her staff.
I photographed a wedding at The Preston Barn last month. The couple had a long drive from Nyack after the ceremony, it rained ALL DAY, and due to rainy day things- we were behind on our timeline. These things happen, and how a venue responds to them will set the tone for the rest of the evening. They were AMAZING!
Getting married at The Preston Barn
The Preston Barn comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at The Preston Barn
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at The Preston Barn — barn venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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