Weddings at the Bark Eater
At the Bark Eater, you’ll find an Adirondack wedding venue where nature takes the lead.
Our 150 acres of mountain views, wildflower meadows, quiet woods, cottage gardens, and historic farmstead buildings create a backdrop that changes beautifully with the seasons. From elopements to gatherings of up to 150 guests, you’re free to design a celebration that reflects your style and make the day feel authentically yours.
Weddings at the Bark Eater Quick Facts
2026 & 2027 Dates Available for Booking
Weekend Weddings (Friday + Saturday, 2-night minimum)
Under 50 guests: $3,500
50–100 guests: $5,000
101–150 guests: $6,500
Micro Weddings (≤20 guests) — $2,000
Available weekdays, off-peak weekends, and select peak-season weekends.
True Elopements (couple + witnesses) — $500
Available mid-week only (Mon–Thu). Weekend elopements may open later in the season with a special offer.
All Packages Include:
Ceremony & Reception Sites
Private Access to our 150 acre Property
2 Brief planning calls
On-site venue support
Preferred vendor list & recommendations
(Vendors Including Tent & Furniture Rentals Not Included)
Accommodations: Rooms are held and once allocations are confirmed, we send guests a payment link to make their own bookings. We have accommodations for up to 20 people and have a 2 night minimum.
Peak Weekends Available:
2026: Elopements Available
2027: open with the exception of July 24th, July 31st, August 14th, Sept 11th, Sept 19th, & Oct 2nd.
(Last Updated September 5th, 2026)
Interested in one of these dates? Email or call us at the contact info below. In person tours available upon request.
Micro Weddings
Intimate, intentional weddings for couples who want the High Peaks without the overwhelm.
Our micro wedding are designed for groups of 20 guests or fewer and includes the same breathtaking mountain views and outdoor locations as our full weddings. We have room for all your guests to stay onsite to relax and celebrate all weekend.
Keep it simple or go all out, either way we’ll help help you bring it to life in collaboration with other Adirondack wedding professionals.
Event Locations
backyard
The back lawn of the inn is ideal for your ceremony or event tent for groups under 50 with views overlooking the meadows and mountains, yet close to the inn, gardens, & parking. A fire pit is also available next to our maple sugar shack.
wedding knoll
Behind the inn we have mowed pathways through flowering meadows, leading to a clearing atop a knoll overlooking the pond with a great view of Sentinel Mountain. There is also a lilac grove for the bride to hide from view, making this the ideal place for ceremonies.
polo field
Our former polo field is still maintained to offer an expansive 360° views of the High Peaks. This is a stunning location for both a ceremony and reception, or rehearsal dinner. Parties with over 50 people must hold their reception on the polo field.
formal garden
Our quarter acre garden with gazebo is the perfect place for small parties to mingle. Ideal for a cocktail hour, wandering while you take a break from getting down on the dance floor, and most especially for photos on your special day.
Yurt & Pond
Just a 10-minute walk through flowering meadows, or a brief drive down a dirt road, we have a newly constructed yurt next to a gorgeous pond. This is available for an additional charge for rehearsal dinners or small ceremonies. We also have a fire pit right by the waters edge.
the high peaks
In addition to hosting elopements and micro weddings on site, we are a great base for getting out onto the trails for a mountaintop or lakeside ceremony with just the two of you and an officiant or a couple of special guests. Of course, if you want a big party at the inn afterwards, we can help with that too!
Lodging
One of the most magical parts of Bark Eater wedding is the ability to gather your nearest and dearest together on site for the whole weekend. Our inn and cabins can accommodate up to 20 overnight guests, and we’ll cook up a big farm-to-table breakfast for everyone each morning. We require a 2 night minimum on accommodations for our weddings, which can be covered by the couple or the guests individually.
Event Coordination &
Officiating Services
We require that weddings over 20 people have a designated event coordinator and we highly recommend a planner for larger weddings unless you have the time and desire to do that legwork yourselves. You are welcome to use officiants, planners and coordinators of your choice, but if you need assistance, our hostess Meghan Kirkpatrick offers her services as both an experienced officiant and a event coordinator to ensure your event runs seamlessly and to keep your planning process streamlined.
Pricing: Full Event Coordination $1,000–$2,500 (dependent on size and complexity/staffing needs) & Officiating Services $300.
Find more details on Meghan’s services below.
Pricing & Vendors
Our venue fee is based on the size of your reception. The pricing for prime weekends is $2,000 for under 20 people (on select weekends), $3,500 for 20-50 people, $5000 for 51-100 people, and $6500 for 101-150 people. We do host ceremony only and elopements mid-week and off peak for $500.
We provide the setting with incredible High Peak views. Tent & furnishing rentals, catering, bar service, shuttle services, photography, & planning services are up to you. We provide a preferred vendor list with a wonderful array of talented regional wedding professionals for you to choose from!
Reach Out.
Dreaming of tying the knot in our private corner of the High Peaks? We are now taking bookings for 2026 and 2027. Contact us and will follow up within 1-2 days. Please include preferred dates and an estimated guest count.
For more info & availability email us at barkeaterinn@gmail.com or
Call 518-576-7100
(If you need a more urgent response text Meghan at 845-233-8538.)
Thank you!
