faves

I have a thing for castles…..

norumbega inn

1. The Norumbega Inn

This gorgeous Victorian stone castle is nestled in the coastal town of Camden, Maine, overlooking Penobscot Bay. It’s elegant, romantic, and rich with history. A truly magnificent place for everything from a seaside weekend escape to the grand wedding affair.

Visit their site here: www.Norumbegainn.com

oheka castle

2. Oheka Castle

This 1920s gem is located on Long Island, NY in Cold Spring Harbor. It’s luxurious. It’s sophisticated. And like me, it won Wedding Wire’s Bride’s Choice Award for 2011! It’s a venue like no other.

Check out their site: www.oheka.com

the inn at erlowest

3. The Inn at Erlowest

This Queen Anne stone castle is situated in the Adirondack mountains, in historic Lake George. This turn-of-the century structure boasts magnificent lake views and fine dining. A perfect place for an intimate wedding.

Their web site is: www.theinnaterlowest.com

highlands castle

4. Highlands Castle

This unique private residence is located in Bolton Landing, NY and is available for events. Whether you’re enjoying the views from its mountaintop perch or admiring the tapestries & stained glass windows, you’ll feel you are in a majestic place.

View more online at: www.highlandscastle.com

Some other fantastic venues and receptions locales to check out:

Hiland Park Country Club www.hilandparkcc.com

Vesper Hill Children’s Chapel & Merryspring Park- www.merryspring.org

Yaddo Gardens- www.yaddo.org/garden

Birch Hill- www.birchhillcatering.com

National Museum of Dance- www.dancemuseum.org

The Canfield Casino- www.saratoga-springs.org

Catering & Grass Fed Beef:

1. Lily & The Rose Gourmet Catering

A friend and a fave, Kim Klopstock whips up delectable dreams with artistry using only the best ingredients.

Her web site is: www.lilyandtherose.com

2. Mackbrook Farm

Some of the best tasting beef anywhere! Kevin & Karen’s cattle are Grass fed and raised with No antibiotics, No growth hormones, No genetically modified feed. They even have the Animal Welfare Seal of Approval! What does that mean for you? Buy a little or buy a lot- it’s healthy and tasty and a wonderful alternative to the commercial variety low-grade meats. Attention Military & Veterans: Mackbrook now participates in Saratoga County & Washington County’s discount programs! So don’t forget to show your i.d.

Check out their site: www. Mackbrookfarm.com

Looking for One Stop Bridal Resources?

www.greenbrideguide.com

www.BellissimoWeddingsNY.com

www.elegantmainewedding.com/wedding

www.weddingwire.com

Relaxation And Beautification

Make Me Fabulous

This is a full service salon and one-stop shop for all things hair and makeup. See their site here: http://www.makemefabulous.com

Tips N Toes

In the capital area there’s only one place to go for professionally pruned and polished hands and paws. Call Joanne for anything from spa pedicures to custom nail design. Tel: (518) 581-8477 Email: jroulier910@yahoo.com *Special Discount for Trisha Millier Photography Clients! Email Info@TrishaMillier.com for more info.

Sanctuary Spa

If spoiling yourself rotten is your goal this is the place to do it!

www.sanctuarysaratoga.com

Bliss Spa

This is a personal haunt and absolute fave! The best part- You can globe trot and still get the same great services and products from Bliss. If you haven’t already, you must check them out: http://www.blissworld.com/spa/spa-411/locations.aspx