Crossed Keys Estate Reviews
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Alexia K. Sent on 01/06/2024Would chose them time and time again
I do not know where to start complimenting Crossed Keys. Absolutely everything was perfect not just the day of the wedding but everything leading up to it. Planning with Crossed Keys was every bride's dream. I barely had to think about anything and they were communicative, accommodating and extremely dependable. The venue is magical, I had multiple guests saying it felt like a Disney wedding from the setting and that it was the best wedding they have ever been to. The food was amazing, no one could get enough. We are three months later and my guests are still talking about it and asking about specific dishes from cocktail hour so they could try and recreate it. The service staff was so incredibly kind and our sweetheart table constantly had food and drinks on it. The getting ready space is a makeup artists dream and we couldn't stop finding new spots to take pictures in. I mean everything was perfect, moved like clockwork and stress free. To say this team is professional would be the understatement of the century, they. are. magical. I can't say thank you enough or praise them enough, do yourself a favor and have your wedding here - you won't regret it!Crossed Keys Estate's reply:
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words towards our venue and team! We are thrilled that you and your guests had a magical experience. It was our pleasure hosting your special day and we wish you a lifetime of love and laughter! -
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Gina D. Sent on 12/07/2023The best venue & team for nj weddings
There are not enough words to describe our unforgettable experience at Crossed Keys Estate. I wish I could give their team more than 5 stars! When we started our wedding planning process a few years back I was feeling discouraged. My now husband and I knew we wanted our wedding to be local, but I had a specific vision in mind that I felt would be hard to find in NJ. Most NJ venues had the same ballroom vibe that I was not going for. I wanted a space that if the weather was bad and we had to move our reception inside, I would not be upset. I also wanted to be able to customize a space without clashing with the venue's décor. INSERT CROSSED KEYS ESTATE! As soon as I pulled up to the property for our tour I knew I had to book this venue. Floor to ceiling windows, property that feels like you're in a fairytale, hardwood floors (YES, most venues in NJ have carpet that typically has an outdated design that I felt would clash with my aesthetic), and the most incredible glass conservatory that I did not even know their team was building at the time. I was so lucky that there was 1 free Saturday left for a 2023 October wedding (dreamt of an outdoor Autumn wedding since I was a little girl). From the day we booked Crossed Keys to the days following our wedding the service has been impeccable. Planning a wedding can be extremely stressful, but working with the Crossed Keys team was the best part. They made planning so seamless! I have to give a special shout out to their floral team for making my untraditional wedding visions come to life. When I saw the space for the first time on our wedding day I was fighting back tears. The attention to detail was ON POINT. The amount of effort their team put in to making my Pinterest dreams come to life made our day even that more special. I am forever thankful and grateful to have had the pleasure of working with the Crossed Keys team and to have been able to share this special place with family and friends on our wedding day. The day after our wedding we were inundated with messages from our guests expressing how this was the best wedding they've been to. From the jaw dropping space/property, friendly & white glove staff/service, to the farm to table food and drinks (which to be honest is not always the best at weddings) everything exceeded expectations of what I thought our wedding day would be like. I wish we could do it all over again!
So to all the future brides who are considering Crossed Keys Estate, DO IT. You will not regret booking their team for one of the most special days of your life!!!!
-More than thankful The Bogliolis (Gina, Scott & our dog Auggie who yes, was the flower girl at our wedding another plus of booking Crossed Keys!!!!!!!!)There are not enough words to describe our unforgettable experience at Crossed Keys Estate. I wish I could give their team more than 5 stars! When we started our wedding planning process a few years back I was feeling discouraged. My now husband and I knew we wanted our wedding to be local, but I had a specific vision in mind that I felt would be hard to find in NJ. Most NJ venues had the same ballroom vibe that I was not going for. I wanted a space that if the weather was bad and we had to move our reception inside, I would not be upset. I also wanted to be able to customize a space without clashing with the venue's décor. INSERT CROSSED KEYS ESTATE! As soon as I pulled up to the property for our tour I knew I had to book this venue. Floor to ceiling windows, property that feels like you're in a fairytale, hardwood floors (YES, most venues in NJ have carpet that typically has an outdated design that I felt would clash with my aesthetic), and the most incredible glass conservatory that I did not even know their team was building at the time. I was so lucky that there was 1 free Saturday left for a 2023 October wedding (dreamt of an outdoor Autumn wedding since I was a little girl). From the day we booked Crossed Keys to the days following our wedding the service has been impeccable. Planning a wedding can be extremely stressful, but working with the Crossed Keys team was the best part. They made planning so seamless! I have to give a special shout out to their floral team for making my untraditional wedding visions come to life. When I saw the space for the first time on our wedding day I was fighting back tears. The attention to detail was ON POINT. The amount of effort their team put in to making my Pinterest dreams come to life made our day even that more special. I am forever thankful and grateful to have had the pleasure of working with the Crossed Keys team and to have been able to share this special place with family and friends on our wedding day. The day after our wedding we were inundated with messages from our guests expressing how this was the best wedding they've been to. From the jaw dropping space/property, friendly & white glove staff/service, to the farm to table food and drinks (which to be honest is not always the best at weddings) everything exceeded expectations of what I thought our wedding day would be like. I wish we could do it all over again!
So to all the future brides who are considering Crossed Keys Estate, DO IT. You will not regret booking their team for one of the most special days of your life!!!!
-More than thankful The Bogliolis (Gina, Scott & our dog Auggie who yes, was the flower girl at our wedding another plus of booking Crossed Keys!!!!!!!!)Crossed Keys Estate's reply:
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review! We are thrilled that you found us and put your trust in our team to carry out your vision. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and laughter! -
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Brielle N. Sent on 11/19/2023Best.venue.ever!!!!!!
Where do I even begin!???! Crossed keys deserves way more than just 5 stars. From the incredible staff, to the amazing food, to the onsite florist who absolutely kills it every single time, to the gorgeous venue and new cocktail hour space, this place has it all. Although it was out of our budget, I knew CKE was our dream venue from the moment I met Katherine and toured their venue. Katherine, Jessica, Kyle, Samantha, Kiersten and the rest of their team made my husband and I feel like family. They were so helpful throughout the entire planning process and always so quick to answer any questions (and yes there were a lot. I probably emailed them everday) (I'm so sorry guys). Being out of state, I wasn't familiar with the venue before we booked and neither were any of our guests so I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I am SO glad that we put our trust in them. As soon as we booked, they sent us a list of recommended vendors and never left us hanging. We stayed in touch the whole time; talking multiple times a week for the year and a half leading up to our event. We had the best day of our lives, and not a thing went wrong! Our guests raved about the food (how much food their was and how delicious it was) and how much fun they had. I received so many compliments on my flowers. Jessica really delivered after me not really knowing what I wanted during our two hour floral appointment. I was all over the place but she made my vision come to life and surpassed all of my floral dreams. She also surprised us with window candles the day of our wedding which was the best and sweetest surprise ever during our room reveal. I couldn’t believe she did that! The whole team is so thoughtful. Our day of coordinator and maitred, Kiersten, I feel like needs a whole separate review of her own! She was absolutely fabulous! I don’t know what I would have done without her. I didn’t have a wedding planner so she was my go to person throughout the last couple of months of planning and boy did I make her WORK 😂 she was so helpful and so patient with me! The whole team at crossed keys estate made us feel so special and checked on our so many times throughout the night (bringing us a ton of food and drinks and making sure that we ate). I literally told them I wanted to work for them and be a part of their family because how much I loved them! Our day couldn’t have gone any better! It was perfect! If crossed keys is on your list of venues, just book them and thank me later! Thank you Katherine and crossed keys for making all of our (my) wedding dreams come true!!!!!!
Xoxo,
Brielle & TylerCrossed Keys Estate's reply:
You are too kind and so sweet! We are thrilled to hear that it was the best day of your lives and that you enjoyed the planning process with our team. We wish you both a lifetime of love and laughter! -
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Shannon L. Sent on 11/05/2023A dream come true
Crossed Keys Estate was a dream come true for my husband and I. From the moment we stepped foot inside the venue and got a warm welcoming tour from the owner Katherine, we knew it was the place we wanted to get married. The venue is a perfect blend of rustic farmhouse and modern luxury (especially with the new conservatory!)
Planning a wedding is hard enough, and planning a multicultural wedding with 2 ceremonies in 1 day proved to have its challenges, but the entire CKE staff made our wedding planning super easy from start to finish and stress free. Katherine, Danielle & Jessica were super responsive to all of our emails and really took the time to ensure we were getting everything we wanted for our big day. The flowers and decor came out GORGEOUS, Jessica and her team really captured my vision and I still can’t get over how beautiful all of our flowers looked. I honestly don’t think there is anything the CKE team can’t do, they value family and traditions and we could not be more grateful to have worked with the entire team.
Our whole day went absolutely perfect, even with the rain, our indoor ceremonies were absolutely stunning and we could not have asked for a more perfect October wedding day. Our guests cannot stop raving about how beautiful & unique the venue is, and how delicious the food was. From cocktail hour, to dinner & our late night treat of apple cider donuts & pies, everything we ate was amazing (we also loved the lobster rolls!) I really wish we had time to eat more, haha! The entire staff and everyone we interacted with were super friendly & professional and I can truly go on and on about how wonderful our experience was. From the bottom of our hearts we can’t thank CKE enough for making our wedding day absolutely magical.🤍Crossed Keys Estate's reply:
Thank you for leaving us such a lovely review and for putting your trust in our team to host your special day! We are so happy to hear that your guests loved the food (especially the lobster rolls!) Wishing you both a lifetime of love and laughter! -
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Chelsea R. Sent on 12/10/202310000/10! Absolutely Unbelievable
I’ll start with WOW. There are literally no words that can describe how amazing and perfect my wedding day was all thanks to the CKE team. Jess, Kyle, Katrina, Sam and the rest of the team really blew me away. My wedding day ended up being a cold, rainy September day, and I was honestly heartbroken. The grounds of the estate are unbelievably beautiful, and it’s all I pictured for my wedding day. When I had to face the facts that my ceremony would be inside, I was really having a hard time picturing it and coming to terms with it, even though there was nothing I could do. I spoke about a rain plan with Jess the day before, and she put me at ease. When it was time to walk down the aisle and I saw the indoor ceremony set up, I literally cried. It was incredible. I knew it would be of course, the inside of CKE is just as beautiful as the outside, but when all you can picture for 2 years is getting married in front of the stone cottage, it’s hard to think about it in any other way. Beyond that, we did the first look and family pictures in the conservatory and I was literally blown away by the pictures! Once I was inside, I didn’t even think about the outside anymore. Everything was so stunning, I still don’t even have words. The conservatory, the flowers, the tables, the sweetheart table, the ceremony arch, I mean every part was just breathtaking, I still tear up when I think about it! I am forever grateful to the CKE team for turning my wedding dreams into a reality, calming my very anxious wedding nerves, and just making our wedding day the absolute best, most beautiful day of our lives.
It’s been a few months since our wedding, and our guests are STILL raving about the food and how absolutely stunning CKE was! Everyone said it was the best food at a wedding that they’ve had, and they wish they could go back to eat! My one regret is that I didn’t get to try all the food because I was so preoccupied! All in all, I would get married at CKE over and over again if I could. Everything about our experience was extraordinary and I still cannot get over how beautiful of a venue it is. Thank you to all the staff and everyone who was involved in our wedding day. We are forever grateful.Crossed Keys Estate's reply:
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review! We are so glad that you saw the beauty of our venue despite the rain and that our team could make your wedding dreams come true. Thank you for trusting us with your special day. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and laughter! -
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Kacy Sent on 10/01/202310000/10 experience
I am unsure where to even beginning because from the start of this entire process Crossed Keys Estate has been so amazing. The tour of the venue was informative and it made us realize that this was our dream venue. The staff at the Crossed Keys Estate made wedding planning so easy. They provide you with an in-depth spreadsheet and a wedding coordinator to answer all your last minute questions. All staff members were quick at responding to all questions/emails. I loved that everything was at the venue from the catering to the flowers, which made everything so easy. Jessica, the florist was so amazing to work with and she really captured all my ideas in my head and was able to execute it flawlessly. Our wedding day was beautiful and filled with some much love thanks to this amazing venue and their team. They worked seamless with my other vendors and took care of everything for us. I wish I could give this venue 1000/10 stars because it was that amazing.
Food: 1000/10
Flowers & Design: 1000000/10
Wedding Coordinator: 1000/10
Drinks: 10000/10
Vibes: 100000000000/10Crossed Keys Estate's reply:
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this wonderful review. It was truly our pleasure to host your special day and we wish you a lifetime of happiness! -
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Lukas E. Sent on 07/24/2023Incredible all around
I can start with the easy things that virtually every guest commented on once the wedding was over... the venue is incredible, the food is notably amazing, and the staff was ever-present and extremely attentive. Outside of that, it's tough to fully express the benefit/impact on the wedding planning process of having an authentically family run business guide you through every step of the way. The Crossed Keys family looks to ensure you are taken care of at every turn because it truly means that much to them. And this sentiment successfully permeates through the entire staff, from the owners to the coordinators to the servers and bartenders. Everyone executes as if they have a personal stake in the success of the event, from start to finish.
There's simply so much that can be said but it's all positive. It is a true end-to-end experience with the CKE team and the final result is purely magical.Crossed Keys Estate's reply:
Thank you for your extremely kind review! It was our pleasure hosting your magical wedding day and we wish you both a lifetime of love and laughter together! -
Danielle C. Sent on 07/10/2023
Pure Perfection
This venue is a dream come true. It is the most whimsical and beautiful venue in NJ- hands down. The staff is top notch and makes the wedding planning process extremely easy. The food, the decor, the grounds are all amazing. Highly, highly recommend! They gave me my dream wedding- not a single thing went wrong.Crossed Keys Estate's reply:
Thank you for your kind words towards our team and venue! We are honored that you put your trust in us to host your special day. It was truly unforgettable! -
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Pat H. Sent on 09/22/2022
Perfect spot to make memories to treasure!
From start to finish, a great experience! Owner Katherine Rodriquez & her husband Celso lead a group that makes wedding dreams come true! Jessica & Kyle Hanselman manage floral designs & contract details and will not disappoint in their attentiveness to requests made. Our “day of” coordinator Katrina could not have been more helpful! The setting is lovely, the food delicious, & the flowers exquisite! The ceremony garden is a beautiful spot to make a lifelong commitment - & then move along to the tented patio to celebrate that event for the cocktail hour before moving into the newly constructed Farmhouse. Katherine & Jessica were both present during some of our “getting ready” time in the Playhouse, & their experience in hosting wedding day events was so reassuring & helpful. And Katherine’s unobtrusive presence continued throughout the evening to ensure our needs were met - right on up to the final moments of packing up decorations for transport.
Definitely a venue to explore before making this all important decision as to where to have wedding dreams come true! -
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Marcia W. Sent on 11/21/2023Above and Beyond!
There are no words... Katherine and Jess are a powerhouse! Fantastic to work with since the day we met them - but to say that they exceeded our hopes and dreams would be an understatement. Melissa and Michael's wedding was perfect!
The flowers were so exquisite - the chuppa was the most gorgeous we have ever seen - from the aisle to the magnificent tables, the colors and composition were breathtaking. Melissa's dream come true!
The entire staff did an impeccable job. Delicious fantastic and beautiful too. The cocktail hour was one delectable taste after another. Marvelous service from everyone throughout the evening. Gracious, elegant, welcoming. Wonderful pacing - although it all goes too fast! Katherine's presence was so appreciated and shows the immense pride she has in this wonderful welcoming venue.
The Farmhouse and Conservatory looked like a wonderland - our guests were completely wowed! It is the most special venue and created a treasured experience.
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Nicolette M. Sent on 05/23/2022A dream venue
I highly recommend Crossed Keys Estate for your wedding venue. I cannot say enough time how amazing the team was throughout our entire wedding process. Kyle was a huge help from the second we stepped foot onto the property for our tour. I think my husband spoke to him about 2 times a month from the second we booked our wedding which was a year in advance- he is one of the reasons we felt so good about booking here!
Jessica, head of the floral/design team was a dream to work with. She took my vision and escalated it to heights I didn't know existed- I was in complete awe walking into the room on the day of my wedding. She answered every question and displayed kindness and patience throughout the whole process.
We had a large wedding party and were worried about the guest count, but the team helped us figure out a way to fit as many people as possible.
We immediately fell in love with the look of the venue and the fact that it was family owned and run, but the team was really was won us over.
I also haven't stopped getting texts about how amazing the food was since our wedding!!! Food was a HUGE deal for us so the fact that people are still raving about it make us so happy (butternut squash raviolis were the biggest hit!!). Again, I can't say enough good things- definitely have your wedding here and thank me later! -
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Olivia S. Sent on 01/03/2022What an Incredible Venue!
We are so happy to have found the beautiful Crossed Keys Estate to hold our fall wedding this past October! The grounds are stunning and there are so many special places on the property to enjoy. The new, well-appointed indoor Farmhouse is truly a beautiful addition to the outdoor space. I mention all of this because while we were so looking forward to holding our ceremony outside in the beautiful garden, it began raining a few hours before the ceremony and we had to pivot to the indoor Farmhouse space. We were not disappointed – the staff showed their professionalism and agility in converting the indoor reception space for the ceremony and then back again in a seamless fashion. Most of our guests had no idea they were in the same space! We held the after-party at the venue under the heated tent and outdoor by the fire pit with smores and hot chocolate. They were also great at accommodating an outside cigar and whiskey bar hired for the after-party. It was perfect!
A big shout out to Kyle, Jessica, Katherine, Katrina, Danielle, and the rest of the wonderful team at Crossed Keys. All the services provided from the catering to the design to the coordination were impeccable. The team accommodated all our requests, including our multiple signature cocktails and late-night bites at the after party. They also made planning our wedding a dream as they offer many services on-premises and have a vetted list of vendors such as photographers and stylists.
Our guests raved about the food and the venue, and we could not have been happier to celebrate our wedding at Crossed Keys!
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Theo L. Sent on 11/01/2021Picturesque Perfection!
From the moment we visited Crosses Keys Estate we knew it was truly a special place. Katherine and her amazing team didn’t just treat us like clients, but like family from the moment we first set foot on the property. As a same-sex couple we could not have felt more comfortable knowing how much they genuinely supported the love that we shared. From its brand new beautifully structured farmhouse to the scenic estate grounds, our 9/25/21 wedding was everything we could have dreamed of and more!
We were fortunate enough to not have to postpone our date, but throughout the pandemic they were fully transparent with realistic scenarios and handled our concerns with caution and care.
Aside from picturesque perfection and the most hospitable team, the food is EXCEPTIONAL! We even asked for a personalized cocktail station that wasn’t listed on the menu and without hesitation John (chef) and their culinary team went above and beyond to make it happen. Our guests are still raving and craving the menu from our wedding day.
Jessica and the Crossed Keys Designs team went above and beyond to bring our floral and wedding vision to life and each and every detail was breathtakingly beautiful. They truly make magic happen and no detail is left untouched.
Huge shout out to Kyle, who not only took us on our very first tour, but seamlessly managed the floor and serving staff during the reception. Everyone was super attentive to us and all our guests from start to finish.
If we could do it all over again we ABSOLUTELY would without changing a thing! There is no need to look any further, you won’t regret trusting and choosing this amazing venue to celebrate the most magical day of your life. -
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Melissa M. Sent on 09/06/2021
Truly the most magical place to get married!!!
I don’t even know where to begin but I am so incredibly grateful for the whole team at Crossed Keys - Jessica, Kyle, Katherine and Katrina - for making our wedding day the most beautiful day of our lives. Our wedding was everything we could have ever hoped for and more. If you are looking for an outdoor/farmhouse feel, RUN and book CKE. We took advantage of all they had to offer, including staying at the CK Inn and the Estate House which made everything so convenient and was super comfortable. The grounds at the venue are stunning and make for beautiful photo opps and the farmhouse is just incredible. The playhouse made for the perfect backdrop to get ready and was able to watch them set up the ceremony and see my guests arrive. The food was delicious and all of our guests raved about it all night. Lastly, the flowers were so beautiful and Jessica really brought my “boho glam” vision to life. Overall, Crossed Keys truly makes you feel part of their family for the day and everything was just so amazing. We feel so lucky to have found this venue and have had the opportunity to get married there!! -
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