The Maples Estate

We got married at The Maples Estate last June, and still cannot believe how lucky we were to have found them. We wanted a venue that felt natural, elegant, and classic, and found just that here. We received so many compliments on how beautiful the venue was, which also was thanks to Katie's vision in setting up our florals, signage, etc. She made it feel so perfectly us, and better than we could have imagined. Our favorite part of the weekend, though, may have been getting to share the (gorgeous) house with our wedding parties throughout the whole weekend. It added so much fun, and so many memories, to our entire weekend that are absolutely priceless to us. Katie's guidance in creating our itinerary, suggesting vendors, communicating with vendors as we got closer to the day, was SO helpful. It alleviated so much stress, and provided so much detail that we never would have even thought of. She covered every single base and then some. Everyone who was a part of the team for the weekend and the day of were SO kind to us, so supportive, and so calming, which is more than we could have asked for. We have had people tell us that they have never had more fun at a wedding, or have never seen such a cool, unique venue. We are so grateful, we truly could not have imagined a more perfect venue if we tried, and they truly made all of our dreams come true.

We just came home from our fourth annual family reunion at The Maples Estate. Katie and Lou have provided the perfect location for 10 families to spend three days together on a beautifully furnished and maintained property. The layout of the house facilitates intimate conversations sitting cozily in the parlor, communal gatherings preparing meals together in the kitchen, and the rare opportunity of seeing all your loved ones in one place while enjoying the evening breeze on the veranda. The grounds are lush and vibrant, with paths winding through wildflowers leading to surprises like the peaceful creek, or a little glen with seating to enjoy nature. Local catering options are varied and delicious. The pool was hard to get out of, either because of the beautiful weather or the view of the rest of the property, I’m not sure! This was not our first time here, but I am sure that anyone working with Katie and Lou for the first time would be as delighted we are with their attention to detail, genuine care for their guests, and pride in the magic they have cultivated on this property. This weekend has become a cornerstone of our family’s traditions, and I couldn’t imagine it anywhere else.

(Review pt 2/2) What makes The Maples even more special is the community Katie has built around it. The relationships she has formed with people throughout the town and upstate are priceless, and they became such an important part of our wedding experience. These aren't just vendors on a preferred-vendor list - they are incredible people who genuinely care. We sent our wedding guests to Middleburgh Coffee Company during the weekend for coffee, and the owner, Dasha, hand-delivered honey from her bees to us the day after our wedding as a thank-you. In what world does that happen?! Rob from Rob's Roasts sent bags of coffee to our apartment before the wedding so we could taste different roasts and choose what we wanted. Brian from the Dumpling Wagon let us sample everything during one of our planning meetings with Katie. Paloma, our florist, absolutely blew us away - we were genuinely speechless the first time we saw what she had created at the reception, and Katie's vision for the pavilion was pure magic. And the care didn't stop when the wedding started. Our bar stayed open an extra 15 minutes just for us. At our family croquet party and welcome party the day before, Richard from Bars Without Boundaries stayed open for the entire time, foregoing our scheduled 3 hour break and would literally come out and hand-deliver drinks to us in the middle of a croquet game. Our photographer, Shelby, stayed an entire extra hour because she wanted to capture our T-shirt toss and sent us previews that same night. These little things might sound small, but they are exactly what made the entire weekend feel so unbelievably special. We had so many guests tell us that it was the best and most authentic wedding they had ever attended. That word - authentic - means so much to us because that was exactly what we wanted. We wanted a wedding that felt like us, and Katie somehow understood that from our very first conversation. We would not change a single thing. If you are considering The Maples Estate, choose it. Choose Katie and Louis. You will have the most beautiful, joyful, completely personal wedding imaginable, and you will get to actually enjoy every second of it. We cannot recommend them highly enough. Our wedding weekend was truly utter magic, and we will be forever grateful to Katie, Louis, their incredible team, and the entire community they've built around The Maples for giving us the best weekend of our lives!

We got married this August at The Maples Estate in Schoharie, NY, and whenever someone asks how it was, our response is “perfect.” Katie & Louis run an incredible wedding venue in upstate New York, with a robust network of trusted vendors and a level of creativity, organization, and care for details that makes the entire weekend feel effortless. From the very beginning—on a rainy site visit—we knew The Maples Estate was where we wanted to get married. Katie took the time to get to know us during an in-depth intake call and came back to us with a beautifully thoughtful plan for a three-day wedding weekend that felt completely custom—relaxed, intentional, joyful, and entirely on our own timeline. The 12.5-acre property, set along Schoharie Creek, is stunning and private, with multiple distinct spaces that made each part of the weekend feel special. The on-site house was perfect and allowed us to host casual meals together and a relaxed grab-and-go brunch on the porch Sunday morning. The open-air pavilion was ideal for our 100-guest reception, while the cocktail lawn and tree grove created unforgettable settings for dinners, cocktail hour, and our dusk ceremony. A fire pit nearby made for a perfect post-vows s’mores and champagne toast. The vendors Katie recommended were outstanding, and the strength of The Maples Estate’s relationships was evident in how smoothly everything ran. The planning support and day-of coordination allowed us to fully enjoy time with our family and friends, knowing everything was handled with care. If you’re looking for a wedding venue in Schoharie, NY that offers a true upstate New York wedding weekend experience, personal attention, and a creative, compassionate team, The Maples Estate is exceptional. 10 out of 10 — would book again; thank you to entire Maples Estate Team!

The Maples Estate was the perfect host for our small wedding weekend! Katie and Louis have created something so magical here. The location is very serene - a beautiful backdrop for any event, and wonderful walking paths to appreciate nature. Our house guests didn’t have to leave the property at all, everything was thought of and it was so comfortable all weekend. No matter the weather, it is a stunning place to be. Katie was amazing to work with throughout the wedding planning process, creating a weekend that felt genuine to us and completely matched our vision. Every vendor she suggested to us was spot-on and great to work with! We are impressed with the quality and execution of every detail. The entire weekend felt well-paced and relaxing. Their team is extremely attentive and organized, making sure everything went smoothly. Katie was quick to respond to every communication, and always had creative solutions. We will forever cherish our memories of our wedding weekend at The Maples Estate!