Gardens Galore: 19 Must-See Garden Venues in the Garden State

Fab Features: gorgeous 1850s estate on 20+ acres of peaceful meadows, manicured gardens, and historic buildings just an hour from NYC • al fresco ceremonies shaded by weeping beech trees are followed by dreamy receptions under a beautiful reception tent or in the airy, modern farmhouse-style reception space • full-service packages, including customized menus, in-house florals, and expert coordination, ensure a perfectly luxe experience

Fab Features: expansive 1,400-acre winery with a boutique hotel, golf course, chic spa, and restaurant • al fresco ceremonies and tented events on manicured lawns among the vines • elegant ballroom receptions in the glamorous European-inspired Château Renault

Fab Features: manor and grounds evoke a French countryside estate • lush, Versailles-inspired gardens • private garden chapel and lily pond for ceremonies • elaborately embellished ballroom

Fab Features: beautiful country estate with lush, manicured grounds • say "I do" under the pergola in the "secret garden," encircled by tall hedges and shade trees • cocktails on the wraparound porch followed by receptions in the classically elegant ballrooms with its rows of oversized windows

Fab Features: fairy-tale Tudor Revival mansion and lakeside chapel surrounded by 100 acres of formal gardens and 1,000 acres of natural woodlands • sip cocktails on the stone terrace, then dine and dance beneath a clear-top tent on the rolling lawn • 21 beautifully appointed suites & rooms offer a showcase of eclectic historic styles for your guests to enjoy

Fab Features: turn-of-the-century gem with a romantic garden ceremony site with a domed, white-pillared gazebo • the ballroom impresses with a gold-trimmed grand staircase and dazzling crystal chandeliers • extensive cuisine options include kosher and glatt kosher offerings

Fab Features: luxe California Craftsman-style lodge nestled in the Watchung mountains • the grounds are made up of lush gardens, a multilevel art gallery, a grand ballroom, and a wine cellar • the experienced event staff oversee every aspect of event planning

Fab Features: charming estate set alongside the picturesque Pequest River • exchange vows by terraced gardens and lush landscape •  wedding enhancements include carving stations, specialty linens, fresh floral centerpieces, pet-sitting, and more!

Fab Features: elegant country estate • Barn Chapel with vaulted wood interior and floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace • breathtaking Grand Ballroom overlooking the parklike surroundings

Fab Features: hidden treasure with a charming cottage and impressive gardens in historic Hamilton Square • outdoor ceremonies in the Temple Gardens among ponds, fountains, and gazebos, followed by cocktails on the lawn • your rental fee helps preserve the building and grounds

Fab Features: Tuscan-villa architecture in a park setting lush with cherry blossom trees • bubbling fountains outside and breathtaking crystal chandeliers inside • award-winning chefs and mixologists create exquisite personalized menus (even a specialty ice carving!)

Fab Features: palatial 1870s lakeside mansion boasting exquisite décor indoors, landscaped grounds outdoors • timeless luxury in the Ballroom, with floor-to-ceiling windows, a Carrera marble fireplace, and French doors • garden ceremonies on the lawn and cocktails on the airy Veranda, with panoramic views of the grounds and lake

Fab Features: rustic-chic private events venue set on a lush landscape • dreamy ceremonies beneath the garden gazebo's delicate wrought-iron dome • dance the night away in the Barn, with its vaulted cathedral ceiling and unique "rain wall" water feature

Fab Features: elegant event center with beautifully manicured grounds and a large pond with a picturesque fountain • ceremonies on the garden terrace of inlaid stone surrounded by colorful blooms and swaying weeping willows • well-priced packages that cater to all budgets

Fab Features: beautiful colonial manor boasting Palladian windows, French doors, and private garden courtyards • impressive photo ops on the sweeping staircase and balcony, the lovely Pergola, and among the gardens • sumptuous, fully customizable dinners served in the Grand Ballroom

Fab Features: intimate venue with three lovely al fresco venues • exchange vows in a woodsy grove or before a quaint pond, surrounded by the forest • a pretty arch and gazebo is at the heart of a circular garden, accented by beautiful trees and evergreen landscaping

Fab Features: full-service, family-run venue that has been hosting spectacular special events for 40 years • the Tuscan-inspired Piazza boasts a cascading waterfall, flower-lined paths, and vintage-style street lamps • Italianate-style ballroom with arched floor-to-ceiling windows, tulip-shaped chandeliers, and a grand balcony with views of the gardens

Fab Features: Grand Ballroom with hand-painted ceilings, crystal chandeliers, and state-of-the-art lighting • lovely grounds boast an abundance of trees, lawns, seasonal flowers, and a cascading rock waterfall • event menus are customized by the experienced staff

Venue: The Farmhouse