Unique & Modern Wedding Venues on Long Island
Are you seeking out a wedding venue on Long Island that doesn’t feel like the standard traditional ballroom? As a Long Island documentary & non-traditional photographer, I know that can be tough - we’ve definitely got a limited selection here on Long Island for a unique & modern couple. That’s why I put together this blog - to share my top 5 unique wedding venues, all with a vintage touch that are perfect for a non traditional couple!
The Halyard in Greenport, New York
The Halyard is a stunning modern meets vintage restaurant and wedding venue in Greenport, New York. Right along the water, it allows for perfect sunset photos on a clear day. It’s also perfect for a winter wedding, as the piano bar is a stunning place for portraits and most of your photos can be done inside! This is definitely my #1 Long Island wedding venue. The reception space is bright and naturally lit, allowing for stunning photos at the beginning of your reception, and the white walls make it easy for your photographer to capture beautiful flash photos when the sun goes down.
With so many windows surrounding the room, you can actually see the sunset while you’re dancing! If you are looking for inspo and a photographer for your Halyard, Greenport wedding, check out this blog and then contact me!
The Piano bar at the Halyard is the PERFECT place for flash photos!
Flowerfield in St. James, New York
Flowerfield is a stunning greenhouse wedding venue in St. James, New York. It is another perfect venue for a winter wedding! The entire place is a greenhouse - no need to leave the building and freeze your butt off for outside photos! Surrounded by lush greenery and a koi pond, this is truly a venue like no other on Long Island!
Cocktail hour at Flowerfield is always stunning amongst the greenery!
Imagine having your cocktail hour at Flowerfield, tucked away in all this greenery? I can’t think of a more beautiful setting!
If you are looking for a photographer for your Flowerfield, St James wedding, you can contact me here!
Vineyards at Aquebogue in Riverhead, New York
The Vineyards at Aquebogue is another stunning venue with an insanely gorgeous reception space. Surrounded by the vines covering the ceiling, and a beautiful candle lit dinner, it gives an ambiance I haven’t experienced elsewhere. Outside, there is a beautiful willow tree for portaits. When the sun sets, the venue can whisk you away into the field on a golf cart for unreal sunset photos! My favorite thing about this venue is the plethora of string lights - that allow me to take epic shutter drag reception photos! (The flash photos where the light drags!)
I have shot at this venue many times and I am always dying to go back. If you are looking for a photographer who knows their way around The Vineyards and shoots in a documentary style, you can contact me here!
Be sure to check out my blogs from the Vineyards at Aquebogue!
Rainy & Romantic Wedding a the Vineyards at Aquebogue
Vintage Wedding at the Vineyards at Aquebogue
Cowfish in Hamptons Bays, New York
Cowfish in Hampton is perfect for a intimate or even larger wedding. The wedding picture was less than 50 people, but they have an outdoor space which can accommodate much more!
A few things I loved about Cowfish in Hamptons Bays: For one, the place is just stunning. The vintage look of the red curtains as well as wood paneling, wood flooring and the nautical meets art deco decor and paintings made for a beautiful backdrop, especially for flash photos. For a daytime wedding in warmer weather, there is a outdoor space for photos as you are on the water!
Cowfish in Hampton Bays is the perfect venue for any couple who loves flash/vintage photos.
Old Field Club in Setauket, New York
Old Field Club in Setauket is another beautiful & modern with a touch of vintage venue! I love the style of the building outdoors - it feels like a historical home, rather than a Long Island ballroom venue. There is a beautiful outdoor space for photos along the water, especially gorgeous with fall foliage. The ceremony space is also very stunning, with the trees and water as your backdrop. Pictured here is Old Field Club at two different times of year: Fall and Summer!
The darker feel to the inside of Old Field Club in Setauket feels so different than a typical ballroom wedding, and I love the way the photos come out.
The Bates House
If you are dreaming of a wedding that feels far away from Long Island, tucked away into the forest somewhere upstate - then the Bates House in Setauket, New York is your wedding venue. Located on Long Island's North Shore, the Bates House is the perfect location for a romantic and breathtaking wedding. Surrounded by lush greenery, this venue offers a stunning natural setting for your special day. You will absolutely not believe that you are in Setauket, because this ceremony space looks like something straight out of a fairytale.
If you’re looking for a beautiful and historic setting for your wedding, the Bates House in Setauket, Long Island is a perfect choice. With its stunning historic architecture and lush forest setting, it provides the perfect backdrop for your ceremony and photos.
If you’re looking for a classic and romantic setting for your wedding, the Bates House is a great option. Couples who choose to get married at this iconic venue will be surrounded by history and natural beauty, creating an unforgettable experience for them and their guests. You’ll be able to look back fondly on your Setauket wedding day for many years to come.
I hope you enjoyed these tips! Feel free to leave a comment below with your favorite unique Long Island wedding venues, and contact me if you have any questions!
