Updike Farmstead Est. 2011

354 Quaker Road, Princeton, NJ 08540, United States

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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
Social Event
Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Reception
Anniversary
Engagement Party

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. 
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price Range

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

Capacity

Seated
150
Buffet
125
Standing
200
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
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! 

Amenities
  • A/V Equipment
  • Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
  • Wifi
  • Ample Parking Onsite
  • Dining Chairs
  • Dining Tables
  • Onsite Restrooms
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 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. 
Eats & Drinks
Food, Restaurants, Cafes, Bars & Lounges
Food, Restaurants, Cafes:
The Farmstead is minutes from downtown Princeton, with easy accress to Route 1. 

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