The Preston Barn

196 E Duncan Hill Rd, Dover Plains
(845) 442-3053

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Mackenzie Lasher

We could not have imagined a more beautiful venue to fulfill our rustic chic wedding vision. The barn and stone patio are stunning, and the on-site accomodations were not only beautiful, but beyond convenient for us and our guests!

The food throughout the whole weekend was fantastic – from the rehearsal dinner in the Tap Room, and the breakfasts in the Inn, to the cocktail hour hors d'oeuvres, and plated dinner service on the big day. We still have guests complimenting the food over two months later!

Lastly, the staff are so wonderful to work with, and strive to make the entire process as stress-free as possible. Our experience truly would not have been the same without them. Thank you again to everyone at Old Drovers and The Preston Barn (especially Jeff, Helene, Donna, Randy, and Maria) for an unforgettable weekend!

- Mackenzie Lasher-Angello and Peter Angello

Allie Holtzman

We couldn’t speak more highly of our experience celebrating our wedding at The Preston Barn! The venue and inn have the most charming atmosphere. Our guests raved about the food offerings, which included a candy apple station for dessert! Venue coordinator, Helene, was tremendously helpful and went above and beyond in making sure that everything went seamlessly as planned on our special day. If you’re looking for a venue with rustic charm on a beautiful verdant setting, look no further!

Summer Hardy

I got married at Preston Barn June 2025 and I absolutely loved it!! The venue was beautiful and Helene, the venue coordinator, was absolutely amazing to work with.  We asked for a lot of random items that Helene let us borrow (like reserved signs, seating chart mirror, candles, card box etc.) They were so on top of it, if anything went wrong I had no idea. The food was sooo delicious too! I loved staying on site, we had our families and the bridesmaids and groomsmen stay as well which was really nice. It was really charming and breakfast was so easy! I would 10/10 recommend!

Geoffrey Greene

The Preston Barn is absolutely incredible! The venue and staff — especially Helene — went above and beyond to make our day perfect. The pictures online don’t begin to show how beautiful this place is in person. We were completely amazed when we visited for the first time and booked it on the spot. Everything ran smoothly thanks to the team’s organization and attention to detail. If you’re looking for a peaceful, nature-filled, and stunning venue, this is the one!

Amanda Palomba

We had our August wedding at The Preston Barn and it was absolutely PERFECT !!!!

From the beginning stages of planning to the morning after brunch. The staff & Helene went above and beyond to make our weekend seamless!

Our guests are still raving about the food, and complementing the venue itself!

The Grounds are breathtaking, the barn has the perfect rustic and romantic feel.

We couldn't have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend The Preston Barn to any couple looking for a magical day.

Santi Slade

Great food, great vibes, great price, and low stress!

The best part of this venue is their event coordinator, Helene. She was so helpful in preparing for the event and running the show on our wedding day. She has years of experience and always raised good points we would have never thought of ourselves. She made the wedding day so much less stressful. Having a wedding planner factored into the venue cost was a great value and a great experience.

The price was reasonable for the area and Helene and her team worked with us to tweak their package to meet our budget.

The food was really tasty and got high marks from all guests. We did the buffet option.

Having rooms for friends and family on site was a special addition to the experience. Eating breakfast with our guests and having them around the grounds as we set up was very fun.

We highly recommend getting married here!

Kobus Reyneke

What a spectacular luncheon for 55 people at the Preston Barn!

Our contact Helene was super efficient in setting things up, the service was amazing and the food and drink out of this world. We're going back in 2026 and highly recommend the Preston Barn for functions.

Jaime Kaiser

The Preston Barn did such a beautiful job creating a picture-perfect wedding that me and my husband will never forgot!!! Helene and her team were cool, calm, collected, and accommodating, and made an effort to keep track of important details that would never have even crossed my mind. Guests couldn't stop raving about the space, the food, everything!

Alissa Mosca

Preston barn was AMAZING for my baby shower. I still get compliments to this day about it. The food was so unique, the service was great and the decor and overall atmosphere was incredible. 10/10 highly recommend!!!

jill kaiser

This venue is one of a kind! Our daughter's wedding was perfect from start to finish - the food, the beautiful setting, the barn and the incredible Inn. Helene and her staff are top notch - they were pros keeping everything running seamlessly and accommodating to any requests or changes. The staff couldn't have been nicer or more professional - so supportive and they are ready for anything. Our guests raved about the whole experience including exceptional food and we loved the many choices available. If you want a stress free memorable wedding experience, this is the place!!

Sarah Vasi

Choosing The Preston Barn as our wedding venue was one of the best decisions we made! From the moment we stepped onto the property, we knew it was something special—rustic, charming, and effortlessly elegant. It felt warm, inviting, and full of character in all the best ways.

The barn itself is stunning, with its exposed beams, high ceilings, and beautiful natural light. It gave us that magical blend of laid-back countryside charm, while still showcasing its incredible refined style that we were dreaming of. The outdoor ceremony space was equally breathtaking, surrounded by lush greenery and peaceful views that created the perfect backdrop to seal our vows.

The staff at The Preston Barn were nothing short of incredible! They were professional, responsive, and genuinely invested in making sure our day was everything we imagined. Every detail was handled with care, and they worked seamlessly with our vendors to keep things running smoothly from start to finish.

From the early planning stages to the final send-off, the wedding coordinator, Helene, showcased professionalism, attention to detail, and excitement, which made the entire process smooth and stress-free!

Helene and her staff's efforts made the venue look absolutely stunning — even better than we imagined — and we received so many compliments from our guests about how seamlessly everything flowed and how it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to! We know that’s a direct reflection of Helene's hard work behind the scenes.

Helene and the staff were so responsive to our questions and accommodated all our requests, big and small. Everyone's support truly allowed us to relax and enjoy every moment of the day.

Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the atmosphere—it was cozy, romantic, and so full of heart. If you’re looking for a venue that’s beautiful, flexible, and run by people who truly care, The Preston Barn is it. We are so grateful to have celebrated the most important day of our lives in such a meaningful place.

Truly unforgettable! ❤️

All our love,
Sarah & Alec Vasi

Jason Frazer

As a DJ, I play at numeros places. This was the first venue that brought me water without asking on a hot day. Then, Helene brought over some apps to ensure I ate despite working hard on a hot day. It says a lot when the staff takes care of vendors. I'd get marry here!

Lauren Testani

Rustic elegance. Attentive staff. Delicious food.

Lauren Gray

The Preston Barn at Old Drovers Inn had everything we wanted in a venue. If you want everything in one spot it is the perfect option. We, along with family and friends, stayed at the Old Drovers Inn, Carriage House, and Preston House (just 2 min down the road) and it was so special having everyone together for the whole weekend. Friday night we had a bonfire with smores and an open bar for all our wedding guests and were able to enjoy a leisurely brunch with the guests who stayed on property Sunday morning which was a great end to the weekend.

The venue also has a lot of historic charm and a rustic feel while also being very well kept up and accessible for older family members and guests with mobility challenges. The wedding weekend package also includes a lot of the services you need to run an event reducing the burden of having to coordinate with a lot of external vendors for basic things like tables, linens, catering, etc.

The real differentiator with Preston Barn is the staff. Helene was our coordinator for the day and was so incredibly helpful in the months leading up to the wedding and during the whole weekend. She went above and beyond by doing things like coming to check on me while I was getting my hair and makeup done to show me a picture of the welcome table and cheating chart display to make sure it looked like I had imagined it would. She was present during the first look and family photos and took "back up" photos as the photographer was shooting to make sure we had some images available to show family, friends, and coworkers in the days immediately following the wedding. The rest of the staff was also wonderful. The kindest gentleman was with us the whole afternoon while we were taking pictures before the ceremony and made sure we had water and were comfortable. I also learned afterwards that during the reception he offered to heat up one of my maids of honors meals for her as it had gotten cold while she was pulled in a 100 directions for various things. It was overall a wonderful experience and I would recommend Preston Bard to anyone looking for a venue that brings thoughtfulness, a personal touch, and great care into the whole experience.

Emily Finan

My husband Greg and I got married at this truly amazing venue this past November and we cannot emphasize how much we loved every aspect of the entire weekend; we're really hoping friends get married here so we can experience it all over again as guests!

From our very first meeting with Helene, we felt we were in great hands. She walked us through every step of the overwhelming process and made everything so totally seamless. It was like talking to a family member from the start. She made everyone feel so comfortable and at ease throughout the whole weekend--even looking after our flower girl and holding her up to the barn window to see guests start arriving while we were all hidden away pre-ceremony!

Between the amazing staff who helped us throughout the whole weekend, and the truly one of a kind venue, we had the absolute best possible wedding we could have ever hoped for! It was so special to stay onsite at this historic inn throughout the entire weekend with our friends and family. Everyone is still raving about the incredible quality of the brunches included and the kind innkeeper Jeff who waited on us hand and foot and made us all feel so at home. Speaking of the food quality, we had countless guests tell us that it was the best food they've ever had at a wedding and we agree wholeheartedly.

This venue and staff are truly such a hidden gem that any couple would be lucky to experience!

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