Updike Farmstead | Princeton, New Jersey, United States

Photographer: Jackie Averill

Photographer: Jackie Averill

Message & Request Pricing

Updike Farmstead offers couples the restored late 18th century farmhouse and rustic barn on six acres land.

The expansive back porch overlooks the bucolic landscape of preserved farmland and perfectly manicured grounds. The front of the property is lined with mature trees that add to the magical home spun quality of the venue. It’s undeniably romantic with a french country flare and perfect for the anti-ballroom bride.

The Lowdown

Type: Banquet Hall / Event Facility Barn / Farm / Ranch Historic Building Museum

Views: Farm View Meadow/Field

Style: Country
Romantic
Rustic
Vintage
Whimsical

Best type of Celebrations

Charity Event

Corporate Event

Dinner Party

Rehearsal Dinner / Welcome Reception

Venue Setting

Updike Farmstead offers couples complete access to the restored late 18th century farmhouse and newly renovated rustic barn which is nestled on six acres of picturesque farmland minutes from downtown Princeton. There are multiple locations on the property for a ceremony. The expansive back porch overlooks the bucolic landscape of preserved farmland and perfectly manicured grounds. The front of the property is lined with mature trees that add to the magical home spun quality of the venue. It’s undeniably romantic with a french country flare and perfect for the anti-ballroom bride.

Updike Farmstead is available for Weddings May – October, and has an excellent team of four exclusive caterers and an equipment rental company to help you plan your special day.

Capacity

Seated: 150

Buffet: 125

Standing: 200

Fees

(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)

Price range: Join the party and sign in to view pricing

Does this include catering fees?: No

Estimated price per head: from $85 to $250

Additional charges: The Venue Fee allows clients access to the grounds (for ceremony and cocktail hour), farmhouse (till 7pm) and Restored Barn which has seating for up to 120 guests, bathrooms, electricity, overhead lighting on dimmers, and a small prep kitchen. Parking for up to 65 cars is available, but it is highly recommended that guests use shuttle services. Clients may also opt for a tented event or utilize both the barn and a tent to host up to 200 people.

Catering is not included in the above fees. Our exclusive caterers start at $115 per person. The barn seats a maximum of 150, depending on entertainment / food station set up. The grounds may be tented for up to 200 guests. Tented events will incur additional tent, lighting and flooring costs up to $10,000.

Insurance: Additional Insurance Is Not Required To Host An Event Here

Connect

Request a Venue Tour

Call: 609-921-6748 x106

Event Logistics and Amenities

(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)

Celebrations hosted here since: 2011
Curfew: 11 PM
Venue spaces: Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering: Client Must Select A Caterer From The List Provided By The Venue
Alcohol: BYO Permitted – You Can Bring Your Own Alcohol; Licensed Server Is Required
Music: Indoors & Outdoors
Smoking: Non-smoking Venue
Accommodations: The Historic Farmhouse has a room available for Bridal Prep until 7 pm.
Eco/Green Events: Yes
Pet-Friendly Events: Yes
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Other: Yes

Amenities

A/V Equipment
Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
Wifi
Ample Parking Onsite
Dining Chairs
Dining Tables

Inside Scoop

Your guests can have private access to our farmhouse museum during the cocktail hour! See the largest collection of Albert Einstein's personal belongings!

Venue Features

The scene:: The grounds at Updike Farmstead are picture perfect! The site offers couples complete access to the restored late 18th century farmhouse and newly renovated rustic barn which is nestled on six acres of picturesque land minutes from downtown Princeton. The expansive back porch overlooks the bucolic landscape of preserved farmland and perfectly manicured grounds. The front of the property is lined with mature trees that add to the magical home spun quality of the venue. It’s undeniably romantic with a french country flare and perfect for the anti-ballroom bride.
Design:: The barn at Updike Farmstead is more than 125 years old and rich with history. Originally constructed in 1892, the large historic barn has been renovated to be a premier event space. With beautiful vaulted uplit rafters, and original hemlock beams dating from the early 1500’s, the barn represents the incredible craftsmanship of the American barn style. Large double barn doors open out onto a spacious private courtyard facing a sweep of cultivated farmland. An adjacent original sliding barn door opens to the front of the property, facing rustic outbuildings, a windmill, and a large lawn perfect for cocktail hour and yard games. The barn blends classic rustic charm with modern amenities which include four unisex climate controlled bathrooms, a kitchen, custom lighting and wi-fi.
Standout venue features:: Updike Farmstead is listed on the State and National Register of Historic Places and lies within the Princeton Battlefield/Stony Brook Settlement Historic District. The farmhouse museum features thought-provoking exhibitions examining a wide variety of historical and contemporary topics. The Farmstead’s permanent gallery, the Einstein Salon and Innovators Gallery, features an intimate and up-close look at highlights of HSP’s Einstein furniture collection with interpretation and photographs of Einstein’s time in Princeton from 1933-1955.
Extra perks:: Venue fee includes exclusive use of the six acre property, a Historical Society staff person to assist with coordination of vendors on-site, evening security, special event insurance, and any necessary permit fees required by the town.

Awards & Notables

Awards, recognitions, or noteworthy achievements associated with the venue.

Baxter Construction was awarded the 2019 National Contractor of the Year Award for Commercial Specialty from The National Association of the Remodeling Industry for the restoration of Updike Farmstead.

Food Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Lounges

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The Farmstead is minutes from downtown Princeton, with easy accress to Route 1.