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PARK CHATEAU ESTATE AND GARDENS
An elegant French-inspired chateau for timeless and classic weddings in East Brunswick, NJ.
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The Ashford Estate is located in Allentown, NJ, in an area that is surrounded by farmland and scenic landscapes. A beautiful stone tree-lined drive leads you to an elegant estate like no other. This venue is one of the most elegant in NJ and caters to luxury clients. It is one of several Weddings of Distinction venues and, similar to its sister venues, provides numerous facilities to host your wedding guests. From a bridal parlor to a groom’s lounge to a barn chapel for the ceremony and an elegant conservatory for your reception, I have no doubt that anyone who visits this venue will just fall in love. Not to mention the sprawling and well-manicured grounds for your wedding day photography.
A FRENCH CHATEAU IN CENTRAL NJ
As soon as you approach the estate, you know you’ve arrived somewhere very special and unlike any other venue in NJ. You’ll love the gorgeous detail on the gates to the tree-lined driveway.
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ARRIVAL
Something we love about the estate is the gardens that surround it. If you plan a wedding at this venue, there is no need to go to a local park for photos. With beautiful, well-manicured grounds like these, you can stay right on site and take full advantage of everything the venue has to offer.
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THE GARDENS
If you choose to get married on site, the chapel is available for a beautiful indoor wedding ceremony. There is a walkway that connects it with the venue, making it easy and comfortable to get around.
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THE CHAPEL
I just love how every detail of the estate reminds me of France.
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THE FOYER
What a dream! Any bride would love to get ready in this bridal suite with her bridesmaids. There is plenty of room for everyone, and even a salon for the hair and makeup stylists to set up shop.
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BRIDAL SUITE
No groom at this estate will be stuck in a dark basement room to get ready with his groomsmen! The groom’s suite here is well-lit, well-appointed, and perfectly masculine.
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GROOM'S SUITE
Throughout the chateau, you’ll find sitting rooms for your guests to gather and spend quiet moments together when they need to escape the dance floor. These areas are perfect for catching up with family and friends who have traveled far to attend your wedding.
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SITTING ROOMS
The cocktail hour room is adjoined by the outdoor patio space so guests can easily flow from indoors to outdoors while they enjoy a bite to eat before the reception.
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COCKTAIL HOUR
Once it’s time for the reception, your guests will just love the natural light in the ballroom, the high ceilings, and the wonderful elegance. The room is anchored in the center by a beautiful fireplace and mantle, a perfect backdrop for the sweetheart table.
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THE BALLROOM
Last but not least, the desserts! The Viennese Hour at Park Chateau is just heavenly!
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viennese
Yes! Park Chateau Estate and Gardens has a beautiful and spacious bridal suite and an elegant groom suite, too. Not only is it convenient to get ready here but you will love being catered to by the staff at Park Chateau.
CAN WE BOTH GET READY ON SITE?
Park Chateau Estate has wonderful indoor and outdoor options for ceremonies. You can get married in the non-denominational chapel or outside in the gardens.
DO YOU RECOMMEND GETTING MARRIED ON SITE?
Absolutely. The grounds at Park Chateau Estate include beautiful gardens and, of course, the gorgeous architecture of the estate and chapel to use as a backdrop as well.
ARE THEIR SUFFICIENT GROUNDS FOR PORTRAITS?
I recommend taking your family formals outside in the gardens if weather permits. If the weather does not allow for outdoor photos then I would recommend the sun room, the grand staircase, or the hallway leading to the ballroom.
WHERE CAN WE TAKE FAMILY FORMALS?
I love the classic elegance of Park Chateau just as much as the convenience it offers by providing beautiful locations for you to get ready, exchange your vows, and celebrate your marriage all on site. I also love how well taken care of our couples are by the staff at Park Chateau.
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Are you dreaming of a wedding at Park Chateau Estate? I've been shooting weddings there since it first opened in 2017 and have a few insider tips for you. Click below to get my tips and make the most out of your experience as a Park Chateau bride!
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NEW JERSEY NATIVE. FORMER TEACHER. OWNER OF IDALIA PHOTOGRAPHY.
Over 300 times since 2011, I’ve stepped into my trusty flats, slung my camera bag over my shoulder, and zipped off to a fairytale venue full of sweeping staircases and radiant light. I’ve navigated tricky timelines, calmed fraying nerves, and wiped away more than my fair share of happy tears. Talk about a charmed life! As a tri-state wedding photographer, I help elegant couples like you find calm during the chaos of planning and then preserve their celebrations with care. By blending the magic of light and airy photography with the sincerity of true-to-life editing, I bring a graceful glow to my images while retaining beautiful skin tones as well as the lace details on your gown. This gives my galleries a timeless elegance guaranteed to stand the test of time. Why do I do it all? Step right this way to learn more!
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