Millstone was the perfect venue for my wedding! The venue is so beautiful - from the house lodging…read moreto the barn to the bathrooms in the venue! Everything is well taken care of and has a special charm. The owners are so friendly and helpful - they go above and beyond for their guests. The venue is also a great price, and has a convenient location (there are several hotels less than 5 minutes away). The beautiful fields behind the venue are perfect for photos as is the creek that runs next to the barn (if you are brave enough to dip your toes!). There is plenty of room at the venue including the lawns surrounding the barn which we used for lawn games. If you want an amazing venue for a great price in North Central PA - look no further!

From the owner: Timber frame barn venue. Charming barn built in 1881. Wood beams, original hinges, doors, wood…read morefloor and situated along Cedar Run creek. We have added modern conveniences, bathrooms, kitchen prep area, brides changing area, bar, a gazebo for the ceremony and much more.

I enjoy everything about 3 Dots. It is a welcoming space with an active community of creative,…read moreinnovative people. It's a great place to meet new people, experience art, and volunteer. I've attended many community events in the space and I hosted a small private event for a work function. We loved the atmosphere in the center of town with so many big windows. It feels alive both inside and out.

Really one of my favorite places in State College. I've enjoyed everything from Tuesdays on the…read moreTerrace to the rotating gallery installations to just hanging out in the afternoon. One of the organizations I support has had multiple events there - many small seminars and our annual exhibition and awards extravaganza. Such a unique venue and exactly the type of inclusive, welcoming spot that State College needs.

My husband and I chose Harmony Forge Inn & Barn as our out of state wedding venue for 2 reasons…read more 1.) It doubled as a place to stay for my immediate family who were all travelling from Austin, Texas and 2.) Our ceremony and reception would only be steps away from each other! (easier for guests). The Inn: The mansion is a beautiful 4 bedroom, 4 full bathroom, 1 half bathroom estate complete with parlor, dining room, kitchen (2 refrigerators), and beautiful photogenic staircase. I paid for the full weekend package, which includes all 4 bedrooms and entire house from Friday 8am until Sunday at noon. I also paid for the rehearsal dinner to be held in their dining room area, but once I arrived, the décor in the dining room was too drab for my taste and I ended up setting up in the barn. I would have set up the rehearsal dinner outside, but it unfortunately rained on Friday and Saturday. Some of the old décor is beautiful, but the window treatments and table cloths were just not to my taste and I could not be photographed next to them. However, the wood accents were to die for (staircase)and the house structure was very lovely. The Barn: Perfectly spacious and easy to make glamorous with the right décor. We used globe lights and hung them from the ceiling and it really provided an upscale vibe. I used all real china and glassware, added a few DIY touches like paper flowers, newspaper programs and tall lighted branch centerpieces to execute the look I was going for- rustic glam-it was relatively easy to accomplish. The space can be used for up to 160 guests per the management, but I wonder how crowded that would be. We had a good use of space with 110 guests, but I don't think I would have liked any more people in that size space. (Especially since it rained on my wedding day and we had to set up a temporary ceremony in the dj space in the barn, there definitely would not have been room if we had had any more people. The Cons: 1.) I was very stressed on Friday setting up the barn for the reception. It was hard to get a hold of management for setting up additional tables/chairs. And they forgot a table I requested for the rehearsal dinner I needed for gifts. 2.) Management seemed disorganized. They told me they might rent out the additional room on Saturday night, which I paid for in my full wedding package, until my dad called and they said that was a mistake on their part. They also forgot I had paid for the rehearsal space and I had to remind them. The chairs and tables (they set up) were squished up near the front of the barn and I had to move all the tables back for more room which was time consuming (they set up tables according to your specifications, but it was not like the picture I drew) 3.)The fridges are full of old food which is good or bad depending on who you are, but I would have preferred it empty since how do you know how old that stuff is in there? 4.) THE AC UNITS!!! OMG. They are so loud and the house was SOOOOOO hot. 5.) The barn port-a-potty(ies); I'm not sure we had more than one in operation, I specifically remembered 2 when I visited and it was much larger with 2 stalls, then on my wedding day I only remember seeing one and it was small. I would rate this venue a 3-4/5 based on my experience there, I expected more hospitality. At the end of the day, I felt like we were not super welcome there, more of a nuisance to them. No one really talked to us, or asked us how we were doing during an obviously stressful weekend where all of my plans were literally drowning with the rain. I just expected a little more kindness or at least one conversation with the people who lived there. If you like to be left completely alone, then I'm sure this won't bother you.

From the owner: Harmony Forge Inn is a historic property dating back to the 18th century and located minutes from…read moredowntown Bellefonte, Pa and State College, Pa. Originally the site of Harmony Forge Iron Works, the Mansion and Barn now operate as a Bed and Breakfast and Wedding and event venue. The beautifully restored Mansion features 4 bedrooms and 4 & 1/2 baths and is the perfect place for the bride and her bridesmaids to stay the night before the wedding! The fully renovated 4000 sqft barn is the perfect place to host an amazing reception! Complimented by its oversized deck that overlooks the lawn and Spring Creek, this will truly be a celebration no one will forget! The Mansion and barn are situated on the most stunning piece of property, complete with a flat lawn making it the perfect place to setup tables for cocktail hour. Not to mention, the property includes an additional 38 acres of sweeping pastures and 360 degree views of the mountains creating a gorgeous back drop for wedding photos. To further enhance this peaceful and serene setting Spring Creek runs the entire length of the property! Contact us now to book your wedding at our one of a kind venue!

Given the circumstances we're living with in 2020, I honestly didn't think I would get the chance…read moreto safely travel again for a couple of years. So when a family member approached me and asked me if I wanted to stay at this inn, I was surprised; but, after learning more, I excitedly said yes. This was the right decision and led to a fantastic and relaxing weekend away from the city. This nature inn sits in Bald Eagle State Park and has 16 guest rooms, a handful of meeting room/library spaces, and is absolutely beautiful. The rooms on one side of the inn overlook a lake, with the other side facing a cluster of trees. My relative and I ended up facing the trees, but we were totally fine with that - especially since the fall foliage was starting to set in. We were on the 2nd floor, so we were able to enjoy the view from a private balcony throughout the weekend; it looked like the 1st floor rooms had little patios instead, so no matter what, guest rooms have some sort of outdoor seating. Normally, guests would all be able to enjoy a communal patio and fire pit here. Granted, some other guests (as it appeared that a large group came here together) did go ahead and enjoy this space. My relative and I did not because avoiding people is a must these days, but still, what we saw of these spaces looked great. Definitely something to remember for the future. Speaking of avoiding people - it's 2020, so naturally, my relative and I were focused on what the inn is doing to protect guests. The answer is, plenty! Cleaning and sanitizing the inn is a big thing, naturally. The small size of the inn definitely helps, as it's not particularly big and doesn't lend itself to the gathering of huge crowds. Masks are a must and for the most part, this rule was adhered to; I passed by a couple of guests that I think just forgot theirs momentarily, but staff definitely took the rule seriously. Their dining room is currently closed - all meals are prepped and offered as take-out or delivery. Fortunately, the rooms include a fridge, so it was super easy for my relative and me to bring snacks and store our leftovers so that we were stocked and well-fed all weekend. Also, while you can request items that you need for your room, daily turn-down service is not happening right now - that way, only guests are in their rooms during their stay. The result was that I felt extremely relaxed while I was in the inn, knowing that my space and health was being respected and taken seriously. A couple of notes - the mattresses here were admittedly very hard and uncomfortable, and while they didn't ruin our stay, it's still nice to have my comfy soft bed back. I don't really hold this against the inn though since, frankly, I think all hotel beds are uncomfortable by default. Speaking of things I don't hold against them - this is a nature inn, so you better expect some of the local wildlife to try to get into your room. When I first opened my balcony door some stinkbugs fell onto me because they had gathered around the door frame - whoops! The good news is that the door itself was very well sealed, so the little jerks couldn't get in when the door was closed. Again, I don't hold that against the inn at all, seeing as it's set right in a state park. Still, I think it's fair to remind other guests and readers that when you visit a nature park, you better be ready to experience everything nature throws at you. If any of this sounded like something you would enjoy, I encourage you to visit the inn's website to learn more about staying here; there is a lot of information there about a range of other topics, such as how the entire facility is designed to be ecologically sound, what to expect when you visit during different seasons, and what sorts of outdoor fun awaits you in the surrounding nature park. I definitely recommend this beautiful inn as a getaway option - now and in the future; and I hope to be back one day to enjoy more of the surrounding area!

Clean, comfortable, Leed certified, awesome location. Highly recommend but plan ahead.read more

Lovely, spacious venue for any special occasion --weddings, birthday parties, showers, etc. The…read morebottom level is ideal for businesses and organizations desiring to meet in a nice, comfortable location and away from the typical "institutional" board room setting. Amazing view too, as the name suggests!

From the owner: This event center, Above the Valley Special Event Center, an incomparable blend of breathtaking…read moreviews, ample gathering spaces and award-winning food and beverage, is operated by the owners of highly regarded Harrison's Wine Grill & Catering. Located atop the Mt. Nittany ridge, overlooking the picturesque countryside and adjacent mountains, guests will be surrounded by the historic beauty of scenic Happy Valley while celebrating weddings and special occasions, or attending business retreats, conferences, and meetings with catering. This tiered, four-level building has celebration space for as many as 200 seated guests on one level. There are multiple spaces for outdoor viewing, including outdoor decks, railed walkways, and a 400 square foot glassed in porch with sliding windows, perched over the mountainside. Bars and restrooms are located on all three levels. Each level may be reserved separately, with pricing also available for use of multiple levels or the entire facility.

We had our wedding reception at Tussey Mountain. It was the prefect place! We had indoor and…read moreoutdoor space for our guests to mingle between. We had the whole lodge space to ourselves, which in State College having a whole venue to yourself is pretty rare. The food was AMAZING, we had Grilled Salmon that was to die for and the catered our menu to fit our Tailgate Reception Theme. Christie is great to work with. . . She is really easy going, full of ideas and always wanting to help in any way.

We had our wedding at Tussey Mountain Lodge, it was the perfect pick for our rustic fall theme…read more The lodge Manager Jessica was just the best, we met with her FOUR times before the actual date, she accommodated us every time! Everything turned out perfectly. We had our ceremony by the lake with just a few family members and it was a beautiful day, we moved to the lodge for the reception, and everyone had a great time. The space was just the right size for everyone (we had 90 guests). The outdoor area had tables which a lot of guests spent time outside, which was very nice. The only thing I wasn't a fan of much was the food we chose (I myself am a VERY picky eater) but my guests said it was great!

I cannot say though about how great the Red Barn Hollow was for our wedding venue. The barn is…read morebeautiful, created the perfect setting and made our day everything we hoped for and more! The owners are super helpful, genuinely caring individuals who are there to help - then even helped my husband tie his tie when he was too nervous and flustered to get it! The outdoor area is just as beautiful as the inside - beautifully landscaped with amazing photo opportunities right on site, even a rocky creek. We had our reception inside on a very hot July day and it wasn't too hot (I was worried it would be!) We would definitely recommend this venue!

From the owner: 125 year old classic bank barn, renovated and updated, situated on beautifully landscaped grounds…read more We are located minutes from the quaint and historic downtown Wellsboro, PA.

I have been to over a dozen venues in PA, General Potter Farm is by far the most beautiful, well…read morerun, well maintained venue period. The house is incredible, the barn - gorgeous. If you want everything to be beautiful, perfect and fun- this is your only choice!

Awesome location!…read more After looking at half a dozen other venues around the State College area, we decided to have our wedding at the General Potter Farm. Literally, as soon as we saw the place, we put a deposit down and canceled the other appointments we had at other establishments. There is a wonderful outdoor area for a ceremony, with the creek running through the plot in the background. The barn has been renovated into a great place to have the meal and party! The lower level makes for a perfect backup plan if it rains on the big day. Upstairs has a/c, a bar, dressing areas, restrooms, and plenty of space for dancing fools! The owner, Binky, was really helpful the entire time, and even referred us to other vendors like bartenders and rental services that made our planning even easier.