Crispin Hill Reviews

From start to finish, Crispin Hill proved to be one of the best decisions we made in the wedding planning process. Chelsey and Heather made planning easy by having us fill out forms that made us think through everything in the least stressful way possible, providing a curated list of preferred vendors and a planning app that compiled all the details and deadlines into one place. They were also incredibly responsive anytime we reached out with any little question.

The venue is stunning and photos taken literally anywhere on the property were beautiful. The food was incredible as well!

The most impressive part of the venue for us was the service on the day of the wedding. We got so many comments from our guest on how smoothly and seamlessly the wedding was run and how genuinely happy the staff was to be working there. They went above and beyond to make sure everything was taken care of and everyone had what they needed.

Overall, we were so happy we went with Crispin Hill and can’t recommend it enough!

Relatively early on in our wedding venue search we knew we wanted to get married in the Finger Lake area. We had a few visits set up and upon leaving the finger lakes that weekend back to the Philadelphia PA area we knew Crispin Hill was where we wanted to be. Just from the very beginning it was truly a first class experience. From the start of the email/txt communication with Chelsey the consistency, timeliness, and detail of the communication was truly above and beyond. We are sure there are dozens of couples communicating with Chelsey at any given time, but you would never know. Any correspondence was met with true professionalism, she knew who you were and what your date was, and just intimate details, which is truly hard to find! Our visit to CH had us blown away as Heather took us through the venue, the Farm House, and all the CH had to offer and again - you would think we were the first they had ever given this tour to with the level of enthusiasm and attention to detail the experience was. It certainly made Aimee and I feel very appreciated throughout the entirety of the process. The grounds at Crispin Hill are truly breathtaking and Chelsey and Heather's vision just oozes out of every detail that is extremely well thought out across the entirety of the property.

Probably what Aimee and I loved and appreciated the most about CH was the level of organization driven by Chelsey and Heather. Their handbook that is provided to you answers nearly every question or concern you may have. Or they provide a well thought out recommendation - all in the thoughtful eyes of alleviating stress of your wedding day. Aimee and I wanted a lot of guidance along the way where we had the best opportunity to have an absolute spectacular day with the least amount of room for issues to pop up and that was exactly our experience. Their preferred vendor list made it easy to select vendors that not only knew the venue, but also knows the expectations of making it on CH's preferred vendor list which again as the bride and groom just takes so much off your plate in terms of level of expectation and follow up that maybe some other couples experience with other vendors or venues.

We have to call this out as a true example of a venue going above and beyond to have the wedding you always wanted. Of course after two warm cloudless days on Keuka Lake our wedding day had storms in the forecast. To say it was touch and go would be an understatement. I think we leveraged every weather app created to make the best informed decision on next steps. Chelsey and her team knowing that our true want was to have an outdoor ceremony had that area of course ready to go, but also moved all the dinner tables out of the way and had the tent area completely prepared for a beautiful ceremony free from the elements outside. The level of work involved in this as someone who deals with operations I was truly impressed. We ultimately chose the outdoor ceremony and of course the heavens opened up, but we still had a beautiful ceremony and the CH staff was quick with wiping down chairs and providing all of our guests with umbrellas. Not only Aimee and I were impressed, but our guests were all quick to point out the level of effort the staff put forth - all while with a very positive attitude! And after all - they say its good luck :)
Heather's food is absolutely phenomenal - again we had multiple guests commenting on how wonderful their meal was. One of our guests pointed out this was the first wedding they had ever been to where their food came out steaming hot. And of course the presentation was amazing and something you would see and expect at any fine dining establishment.
Throughout our wedding the staff was impressive. The level of engagement and enthusiasm just shows the excellent culture that Chelsey and Heather have created with their staff when it comes to expectations, professionalism, and friendliness. The wait staff, the bartenders, facility teams, etc. were all so bought into making your wedding day a first class experience for you and your guests.

Overall, we could not be happier having chosen Crispin Hill as our wedding venue. Thank you so much, Heather and Chelsey, for giving us a wonderful lifelong memory that we will cherish forever. Thank you!! Patrick, Aimee, and Nala.

Crispin Hill is the most magical wedding venue from top to bottom starting with the most beautiful views of Keuka lake from every inch of the property. Chelsey, Heather, and the Crispin Hill staff were amazing. Everyone was so attentive, professional, and made us feel very special both on and leading up to our wedding day! The food was immaculate, served hot to us and all the guests, and plated like a meal out of a magazine! We were assigned a CH staff member to attend to the groom and my needs all night, keeping us comfortable, well fed, and hydrated. The whole day was a dream come true and we cannot thank CH enough for bringing our vision to life! I have no other words other than the day was absolutely perfect!! We already wish we could relive it again and again.

Crispin Hill was the perfect venue to get married. Chelsey and Heather were responsive from the moment we inquired until the day of our wedding. Our guests raved about the location, attention to detail, and the food. The planning process went extremely smooth as there are frequent check points along the way with organized "to-do"lists. Would highly recommend this venue if you are looking to get married in upstate New York.

From top to bottom, Heather and Chelsey have perfected the wedding game! The food made by Heather and her team was absolutely delicious and we got so many compliments from our guests. They even give the couple a family style version of all three meals to try for dinner and a plate of appetizers to enjoy after the ceremony! Chelsey was so organized and guided us through the wedding process with ease. She was always just a text message or an email away to answer any questions. We entered our wedding day feeling completely at peace that everything was going to be exactly how we envisioned it! We had such a positive experience and we could not recommend Crispin Hill more! Not to mention the venue is BEAUTIFUL

We had a truly incredible wedding at Crispin Hill. Chelsey was organized from the beginning, with a step-by-step guide of all of the things to think about for the wedding and timelines with plenty of notice. She was easy to communicate with and responsive. Everything was coordinated day of with various vendors and set-up perfectly! They even are attentive to the little details like having someone to get us drinks throughout the night which was amazing. Heather's food is absolutely delicious, the venue is beautiful - including the farm house to get ready in - and everyone was incredibly helpful and professional. Cannot recommend more!

What a dream come true! I felt like I was in fairy tale while getting married at Crispin Hill. They exceeded all my expectations from beginning to end. The owners, Chelsey and Heather were amazing and easy to work with. When you start your journey with them, they give you a notebook with recommendations, tasks to complete and checklists. This helps to keep you stay on track with your wedding planning.

Chelsey and Heather's organization skills and attention detail make for a splendid combination of elegance and romance. Not only did I notice the details, but the guests appreciated them too. Everything was meticulously thought of and executed perfectly. I highly recommend this venue.

I stayed in the farmhouse on the property the night before. Therefore, I was able to wake up relaxed and ready to start my day. The farmhouse provided the most gorgeous backdrop for my photographer. My fiancé was able to arrive to the venue by noon with his wedding party to hang out in the lounge. Guests could arrive about 1 hour before the ceremony to mingle and enjoy some cocktails on the patio. If someone had limited mobility, the staff was able to move them around the venue via a golf cart. This came in handy for our older family members.

Chelsey and her waitstaff timed the ceremony perfectly and directed the bridal party as we walked down the aisle. After the ceremony, Chelsey directs you into the farmhouse for a private moment with your new spouse. The chef, Heather had appetizers waiting for us. This private moment for me and my new husband was so nice and incredibly needed.

As guests walked to the cocktail hour, our signature cocktails and hors' d'oeuvres were beautifully displayed. The food was to die for! All the guests raved about the food, which is not normally the case at weddings. Heather graduated from a culinary institute so her food was superb!

The dinner tent was decorated with greenery around the edges with two large chandeliers and white lights. The 12 ft wooden tables are gorgeous and provided natural beauty. All my guests said they this was the best wedding they have ever been too. And I can't agree more. Crispin Hill made my wedding the best day of my life.

Chelsey, Heather, and the staff are fantastic. They were responsive to questions and super organized with spreadsheets before the wedding. On the wedding day the staff was polite, helpful, and kept checking in with me to see if I needed anything. We were well taken care of the entire day. They even set aside apps for us after the ceremony. It was nice to have that moment to ourselves and to get a quick bite. The food was delicious!

Our wedding was beautiful. The venue has so much to offer. We had many friends and family comment on how beautiful the venue is and what a great time they had. I loved the flow of the day with the cocktails in one space and the dinner and reception in another.

Chelsey and Heather and the whole Crispin Hill team made our day so perfect. There wasn’t one thing I would change and the venue, food, and just general organization and flow of the day was perfect. Every guest I talked to was absolutely raving about it and we couldn’t be happier. I can’t wait to get more photos back to share and relive the day!

I can't put into words how much I recommend Crispin Hill as your wedding venue. First, the views and property are absolutely incredible. The ceremony site, barn, and tent all have gorgeous views of Keuka Lake and it is the perfect setting for a Finger Lakes wedding.
My fiance and I live in Pennsylvania, and it was important to me to have a venue that was extremely organized, communicative, and who made it easy to plan from far away. Chelsey made long distance wedding planning amazing!! She is so organized, accomodating, friendly, and responds to your questions so quickly. She has very clear lists, forms, and items in the planning portal that kept me organized and confident in my wedding planning. She set up all of my decor for me, which was also so wonderful because me and my family/friends could relax and get ready in the morning instead of worrying about setting things up!
Another highlight about this venue is their INCREDIBLE FOOD. Heather, the chef, accomodated all of my guests allergies and dietary restrictions. My guests not only said this was the best wedding food they've ever had (especially the vegans and vegetarians), but they gave the best kids meals to my neices and nephews. Dinner was served quickly, the food was hot, and the guests were happily fed within 30 minutes after cocktail hour.
Lastly, I have to shout out to the staff at Crispin Hill. They were so friendly and attentive to my guests, and I received so many compliments about their service. They also treated me and my fiance like royalty! They constantly refreshed our drinks, told us when our meal was ready as we were saying hello to guests, and checked on us all night to see if we needed anything. They also cleaned everything up for us at the end of the evening which was incredible!
Crispin Hill was a dream venue - you will get the BEST wedding experience! I literally have zero complaints/regrets. In fact, I wish we could attend another wedding here to experience it all over again. Book this place now!!!

We heard over and over from our guests, "This place is amazing." We wanted our guests to get a taste of the Finger Lakes for our wedding and Crispin Hill hits it all. The location and views are a gem. It's true, the food came out hot for every table! Heather's focuses on farm to table food and local wine and beer. Chelsey and her team were the best. The staff were all amazing, polite, and attentive. CH is a perfect place for your special day!

Wow. I cannot say enough about the impeccable, fairytale venue and team that is Crispin Hill. Chelsey and Heather are incredibly kind, talented, accommodating and were amazing to work with. We were engaged in 2020 when the world is uncertain, and Chelsey and Heather made the planning process as smooth and enjoyable as possible. I was a very detail-oriented bride, and Chelsey and Heather worked with me with every single idea to make our day so incredibly special and our visions a reality. Our guests could not stop talking about how gorgeous the venue was, how kind the staff was, and how delicious the food was. Many of the guests said it was the best food and most beautiful venue they had ever been to. We are huge foodies, so it was so incredible to have such delicious and beautifully plated meals! Accessibility for our guests was also extremely important to us, and Crispin Hill went above and beyond to make sure all our guests' needs were considered. As an extremely anxious person during a day that can be extremely stressful, the support, care, and organization of Chelsey and Heather made the process from start to vision an absolute dream. We cannot express enough how happy my husband and I and our families were in choosing to have our wedding at Crispin Hill. I will forever be grateful for them and the incredible space they have built.

My daughter and now son-in-law picked Crispin Hill. We were a little leery since we did not see the venue at all before the wedding. We were totally blown away with this place! It was beautiful ! Words can not describe the setting, view and how absolutely perfect this place is for a wedding. The staff was so accommodating and kind ! We had so so many wonderful compliments from our friends/family! Thank you to the staff for making our daughter's day absolutely perfect! We would highly recommend this place - EXCELLENT is all we can say! The bonus was the weather was perfect too.

It’s difficult to put into words how amazing Crispin hill is. After touring the venue, we knew right away that this was where we wanted to get married. The location is beyond beautiful as it overlooks the lake. Additionally, the on-site rental property is stunning and so convenient for getting ready. From the very beginning Chelsey and Heather were incredibly responsive, organized, accommodating and kind. We were provided multiple planning tools, timelines and an easy to use website that made wedding planning a lot less stressful. We are so grateful to have worked with such a great team throughout the planning process. On our wedding day, the prior planning and support put me at ease. They truly took care of everything, and their team was extremely kind and organized. Our guests could not stop talking about how amazing the venue, views, staff and food were. We were flooded with nothing but compliments. The food was delicious. We are so grateful we got married at Crispin Hill and to have worked with such an incredible team. I Would highly recommend this wedding venue!!!

Chelsey and Heather go above and beyond to make your wedding dreams come to life! From the very beginning, Chelsey was organized and thorough which made a HUGE difference in wedding planning. It made it feel like a breeze! Everything from start to finish on our wedding day was executed to perfection. And the FOOD was incredible!!!! We cannot thank Crispin enough for everything. I would love to do it all over again. And I wouldn’t change a thing!

Crispin Hill is a dream. Chelsey and Heather are a perfect team, working together to craft an organized/smooth weekend, delicious food and drink menu, and incredible experience for everyone involved. Chelsey thought of everything, providing us with forms, lists, etc. to help us stay on top of planning all of the little details of our day. She was also incredibly patient and helpful as I texted her often with questions and ideas in the days, weeks, and months leading up to our wedding. Heather's food was outstanding - our guests are still raving about it. The service was excellent in every regard - cocktail hour, dinner, even at the bar - the Crispin Hill staff took such wonderful care of us and our guests by attending to every detail. From arriving for hair and makeup in the morning to leaving the next morning (after enjoying a gorgeous sunrise on the property), we truly enjoyed every single second. Chelsey, Heather, and their staff nail all of the big things, but it was the small details that really left an impression on us; for example, as I went inside to have my dress bustled for the reception, someone brought in a plate of appetizers to enjoy. The venue and property are just stunning; again, our guests can't stop talking about it.
I can't think of one reason not to have your wedding at Crispin Hill. My only regret is that we can't do it all over again!
Photo credit - our amazing photographer, Megan Antalek, who is the reason we found Crispin Hill in the first place! She knows the venue really well, so if you're looking for a photographer, keep her in mind :)

There aren’t words to describe the level of organization, professional, and attentiveness that Chelsey, Heather, and their team put into your day. If it wasn’t for seeing photos of other weddings at Crispin, you would truly think you’re the only wedding of the year with how special they make you feel!! Chelsey makes the planning process SO seamless. I was never stressed leading up to the wedding because of all of her helpful checklists and deadlines - you feel assured you will not miss a thing! Also, work with the preferred vendors!! They are preferred for a reason. (Especially Wonder in Adagio for photography - Sara Jane works so closely with Chelsey and knows Crispin Hill in and out).
Our guests have not stopped talking about how great of a venue Crispin Hill is, and that it was one of the best weddings they’ve ever been to. Again, the organization and attentive staff was noticed by all! The FOOD!! Heather knocks it out of the park. Everyone raved about their meals and were so impressed that while serving 140 guests everyone’s meal still came out hot.
I can not recommend Crispin Hill enough. They are the full package, and have perfected the wedding process. If you are considering Crispin, it is a must!!

Our wedding was on May 27, 2022. The whole day was perfect! Although it rained most of the day, it stopped just in time for our ceremony. Chelsey was closely monitoring the forecast so we could still have our outdoor ceremony. She was so organized through the whole planning process and helped us every step of the way, which is a HUGE help for brides. Her and the staff were so on point all day! Cannot say enough about this venue. The views are incredible and they’re always doing upgrades to make it even more beautiful. I wish I could get married all over again just to experience the day at Crispin again. Chelsey and Heather make a great team!

My husband and I live out of state and were looking for a venue that could do it all for us; we knew coordinating with several different vendors would be difficult. Crispin Hill not only takes care of EVERYTHING, they also have an incredible list of vendors whom they trust and work with closely. This made it so easy when setting up music, finding florists, and deciding on a photographer. Everyone was familiar with how to work at and with Crispin Hill which ultimately lead to an incredibly smooth day. We didn't have to worry about a thing and could focus on soaking up the moments! Chelsey and Heather are strong with organization and communication. They help with every step of the way. The views and the venue are beautiful. Everything flows so people can enjoy different spots, but can always find their way to the bar or the dance floor. Their staff took care of set-up and take down. Though they had everything we needed, they still had room for us to add our own personal touches- which we appreciated. You NEED to book with Crispin Hill, especially if you live out of town. You will never regret it.

Awesome beautiful professional delicious !!! Stress free! A day we will always remember! Thank you!

Words cannot describe the beautiful day we had at Crispin. From the moment we began communication with Chelsea and Heather, we felt valued and in good hands. Chelsea and Heather are a dream team; you want to have your special day in their hands. Everything went seamlessly. The newly redone venue was perfect-beautiful, clean, and so chic. They have an eye for design. We worked with Chelsea on details for many months leading up to our big day. She was always available via text or email and answered promptly. Her organization for her clients through the portal made everything run smoothly. Our guest noticed the fine details that went into their day-of schedule. For example, after our ceremony, while waiting for family photos, Chelsea noticed some of our family members were very warm. She radioed to get ice water to where we were taking photos. The little things made our day that much better. The farmhouse was beautiful, clean, and so comfortable. One of the criteria in choosing a venue was finding a space to accommodate two brides getting ready at the exact location. This led us to fall in love with Crispin’s farmhouse. We separated both bridal parties between floors. Another non-negotiable in choosing a venue was the quality of food. You always remember the food at a wedding. This is why we wanted to ensure we were feeding our guests delicious, high-quality menu items. Heather is a rockstar. Her food was incredibly amazing. Jessie has a few food allergies and Heather was accommodating in creating a menu perfect for her and her guests. The time, energy, preparation, and love that went into our wedding food will always be remembered. We couldn’t imagine having our special day without Chelsea and Heather and their hardworking team at Crispin Hill.

It is so hard to put into words how grateful we are for choosing Crispin Hill as our venue. Chelsey and Heather are absolutely AMAZING at what they do and are just overall good people in general.

When I first stumbled across this venue online, I knew I had to see it in person for myself--it almost looked too good to be true. It was the first venue I visited and after that, every other venue I couldn't help but compare it to Crispin. I grew up in the finger lakes region and I could not get enough of that lake view; it was simply breathtaking. When I booked my official wedding date to be held there on July 24, 2020, I was so excited and could not wait for the day to get here!!

However, just months before our special day, we were hit with covid. Like most people, there were so many uncertainties. Everything seemed to change on a day-to-day basis and as our wedding day began approaching, we feared for the day we had dreamt of for so long.

Despite everything that was going on, Chelsey and Heather worked with us and constantly kept us updated with everything that was going on and all the New York State guidelines. Chelsey is AMAZING at communicating and is super organized. Not only were they flexible and willing to work with us during this time, they were SUPER accommodating to ensure all our guests were safe and comfortable. They made sure we were still able to have our special day, while also making sure it was done in the right way--all in accordance with the NYS regulations.

In addition to that, Crispin gives out a list of recommended vendors. We went ahead and chose mostly people who worked closely alongside Crispin. This was SUPER helpful once covid hit because most of our vendors had open communication with Crispin and knew exactly what to expect, making it easier on us (And by the way, all the vendors they recommend are AMAZING).

On the actual day of the wedding, everything went as smooth as possible; this was thanks to Chelsey and all the amazing staff at Crispin. They are all experts when it comes to weddings and all the small details that no one else would think of. I would not have thought of all the little details if it weren't for Crispin!!

Also, the FOOD!!! Heather is in charge of all the food and is SO amazing!! We got SO many compliments from all our guests about how delicious it all was! She has mastered the timing of it all to ensure no one is waiting or hangry throughout the night! She is also really good at making sure any guest with special dietary needs is taken care of.

Overall, our day was truly so special. Being a covid bride has been so extremely stressful in so many ways. That being said, Crispin was the reason that we were still able to have our wedding, and have it even more beautiful than we could have ever dreamed. It would not have been possible without all the support and reassurance that Chelsey and Heather were able to give us. They truly are experts at what they do.

If you are considering having your wedding here, DO IT!!!! you won't regret it!!! :)

If you do not get married at Crispin Hill, you're doing it wrong. My husband and I got married over Labor Day weekend. I am from the FLX area but we live in Charlotte, NC now. We wanted to get married in the region that means so much to me (and my now husband) so we needed a place that could work with us from a distance. We went to look at a few places around Keuka Lake and Seneca Lake. I saved Crispin for last because I think I knew it would be the one just from the few times I had connected with Chelsey already. As soon as we stepped foot on the property, we knew. It is gorgeous, with views of the lake, it has history, the farmhouse is stunning, and everything is in house related to dinner and food which makes things so much more simple. Not to mention Heather is the chef. SHE IS SO TALENTED. We just loved Chelsey and Heather. They are a dream team. The expertise and skills they bring to the table make them the total package. I can be a little type A and I am a sucker for details. They have their operation so buttoned up and truly think of EVERYTHING before you do. Even something as small as making sure no guests have their backs to us during dinner. We went with as many vendor recommendations they had who were available and it was SO seamless. We did not have a wedding coordinator and quite honestly, I felt so weightless on wedding day and everything was done so perfectly. People thought we did! Our guests are still telling us they felt so taken care of. They have an online portal to keep everyone organized, due dates, reminders, a timeline, required items, checklists, invoicing, etc. They even spent the time to walk us through the menu for selections over Zoom, because we could not do a tasting in person due to Covid. We felt like royalty and were taken care of before, and especially on wedding day. While your guests are also a priority, Chelsey, Heather and their staff want you to remember who the day is all about, and want you to enjoy your day, too. They are responsive, professional, and truly experts. Although my husband and I were just one of many to get married at this beautiful place (they had 3 weddings during our weekend alone, but you would have never known)....they made us feel special and we look forward to staying connected with them and their beautiful family forever.

I grew up in Geneva, and although my husband and I now live in Seattle, we wanted our wedding to be in the Finger Lakes. It's easy to find a rustic barn-style type place in upstate NY, but to find that setting paired with a professionally-trained chef and built in wedding coordinator is unheard of. From the very beginning, Chelsey and Heather were phenomenal to work with. All their recommended vendors were fabulous - floral, photographer and band are arguably the most important and choosing people who already knew Crispin Hill intimately made everything seamless. During a very stressful 2020, they graciously allowed us to reschedule our wedding to 2021 and were communicative and professional throughout that entire time. Chelsey is highly organized (which attracted me to Crispin Hill in the first place) and every detail is finalized before the big day, so you don't have to deal with anything during the actual wedding. My husband and I are both planners and even with all our organizing you can't control everything - during the wedding one of our shuttles went to the wrong town to collect guests - Chelsey calmly informed us what was happening and then took care of it. She spoke with the driver, adjusted the ceremony time, and calmly navigated us through it, which we were so grateful for. I also have a number of food allergies and am on a restricted diet; I was worried I wouldn't be able to eat much at the wedding, but Heather put together an amazing platter of food for me that I felt confident was safe, and it meant so much. We had multiple guests remark that this was the best wedding they had ever been to - from no line at the bar, to the amazing venue, to the attentive staff - literally everything operated so smoothly and professionally - it was perfect and amazing. It was a long wait to get to this point (over 2 years) but everything paid off and we are so happy we chose Crispin Hill for our special day. Chelsey and Heather are wonderful and we highly recommend!