Many Long Island couples begin their wedding search close to home, then decide they want a destination setting that feels different from a local reception. The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn can be a strong fit for Long Island couples looking for a full weekend destination wedding experience.
Located roughly 80 miles north of New York City in Dover Plains, NY, we are a full weekend destination wedding venue built for couples who want more than a single evening. The distance is the point. It gives everyone a reason to arrive on Friday, stay the weekend, and actually be present for the whole celebration. That is how The Preston Barn serves Long Island, NY destination weddings differently from anything closer to home.
What Makes The Preston Barn the Right Choice for Long Island, NY Destination Weddings
The venue sits on 11 acres in Dover Plains, constructed from reclaimed Hudson Valley barns with hand-hewn beams, vaulted ceilings, barn wood floors, and sliding barn doors. The full weekend runs from Friday at 3 PM through Sunday at 11 AM, and every part of the experience, ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner reception, lodging, rehearsal, and send-off brunch happens in one place.
The Drive From Long Island and What Guests Find When They Arrive
The property is roughly 80 miles north of New York City, which puts it within practical reach for Long Island guests willing to make a weekend of it. Rural surroundings, local wineries, hiking trails, a distillery, and antique shops give guests who arrive early something to do before the wedding day itself.
Parking is directly across from the inn, with handicap spaces adjacent to the barn. A six-person golf cart with driver is available for guest transport during the event at an additional cost, and a Suburban SUV shuttle is available for guests in off-site lodging. Bus and coach access is also supported, which matters when coordinating a larger Long Island guest group traveling together.
The Preston Barn is also on the Metro North train line, giving Long Island guests another practical way to reach the property for a destination wedding weekend. The venue is about five minutes from either the Harlem Valley/Wingdale station or the Dover Plains station.
What Is Included With the Wedding Weekend
For Long Island couples used to piecing together vendors, the all inclusive structure here is one of the most consistent reasons they choose this venue. Exclusive use of the barn and grounds for the full weekend is included. So is the bridal suite for two nights with complimentary breakfast, all tables, linens, tableware, glassware, cross-back chairs with cushions, on-site ceremony with chairs and arbor, wireless PA system for the ceremony, and an on-site coordinator from the first site visit through the end of the event.
The Dinner Reception Package
Wedding packages include a one-hour cocktail hour with passed hors d'oeuvres, a champagne wall greeting or champagne toast, two signature drinks, and a five-hour open bar with soft drinks and water included. Dinner includes salad and rolls with butter, three entrée selections, one starch side, seasonal vegetables, assorted cookies, and a coffee station.
All food and beverage comes from the Old Drovers Inn kitchen using fresh and local ingredients. The menu can also be customized to meet dietary needs and preferences.
On Site Lodging That Makes the Destination Work
This is where Long Island, NY destination weddings at The Preston Barn separate from other options. Old Drovers Inn sits directly on the property with six guest rooms, each with a private bath, a sitting room, a library, and concierge service for beverages and refreshments.
Across the street, the Carriage House adds six bedrooms, four with private baths and a two-bedroom suite with a shared bath. Carriage House guests receive breakfast at the inn each morning. The Preston House is 0.3 miles away with four en-suite bedrooms, two living rooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining room, a sunroom, and a library, sleeping eight comfortably. The seasonal Farmhouse at Ten Mile River Preserve is approximately five minutes away with three bedrooms, fireplaces, a screened heated porch, two covered porches, and laundry, sleeping eight to ten. The Mountain Cabin, also seasonal, is approximately fifteen minutes out with four bedrooms, a fireplace, a covered porch, and laundry, sleeping eight to ten.
Conclusion
The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn serves Long Island, NY destination weddings by solving the problems that make destination planning hard: where everyone stays, who handles the food, how the weekend flows, and what happens after the reception ends. Every answer is on the same 11-acre property in Dover Plains, NY. For Long Island couples ready to move beyond the standard venue search, we offer a full-weekend destination wedding experience where nothing has to be outsourced, and no one has to drive home at the end of the night.
Download the wedding pricing guide or schedule a tour to see the property in person and talk through what a Long Island, NY destination wedding looks like here.
FAQs
How far is The Preston Barn from Long Island?
The property is located roughly 80 miles north of New York City in Dover Plains, NY. Bus and coach access is supported, making it practical for a larger guest group traveling together from Long Island.
Is transportation available for guests during the weekend?
Yes. A six-person golf cart with driver is available for guest transport during the event at an additional cost, and a Suburban SUV shuttle is available for guests in off-site lodging.
Can outside vendors be brought in?
Yes. Outside vendors are welcome with the required insurance, and a trusted vendor list is provided as a starting point.
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