The Space
The Old Tappan Manor is a timeless luxury wedding venue nestled in the heart of Bergen County in Old Tappan, New Jersey, where elegant celebrations, exceptional cuisine, and unforgettable moments come together seamlessly. For over 30 years, the manor has provided the finest cuisine coupled with outstanding, courteous service, pairing an opulent, chandelier-filled ballroom with romantic gardens and an illuminated waterfall. With hand-carved crown moldings, Roman-style columns, and high arched Palladian windows, the Old Tappan Manor gives couples a genuinely elegant, all-in-one setting. That combination of an opulent ballroom, an illuminated garden waterfall, and 30-plus years of service makes the Old Tappan Manor a distinctive North Jersey choice. For couples who want a timeless, luxurious wedding with a chandelier-filled ballroom, a garden waterfall, and exceptional cuisine in North Jersey, The Old Tappan Manor is a memorable and elegant choice.
Capacity & Layout
The Old Tappan Manor can accommodate weddings of up to 310 guests, giving couples an elegant setting for both mid-size and larger celebrations. The wedding room features an inlaid marble and granite 900-square-foot dance floor beneath a beautifully vaulted ceiling with eight cut-crystal chandeliers, along with hand-carved crown moldings, classic Roman-style fluted columns, intricately carved corbels, and high arched Palladian windows. An illuminated twenty-foot waterfall, set amidst romantic gardens, gives couples a stunning outdoor ceremony and photo setting. Reassuringly, the wedding room is fully customizable, allowing the cove ceiling, chandeliers, flowers, lighting, and walls to be adjusted to any desired color. That layout lets couples exchange vows by the waterfall, then celebrate in the opulent, customizable ballroom, giving the day a natural flow with a genuine weather plan. That combination of an opulent ballroom, a garden waterfall, a customizable design, and a 310-guest capacity suits weddings from mid-size to larger, keeping the celebration elegant and connected from the ceremony through the last dance in Old Tappan.
Amenities
The Old Tappan Manor pairs its opulent setting with genuinely full-service, customizable amenities. The venue offers customizable packages, outstanding in-house catering, and a seamless all-in-one wedding experience, with couples able to choose from cuisine options including Indian, Korean, Kosher, and Glatt Kosher, along with menu tastings, so the dining is genuinely tailored. The fully customizable wedding room, adjustable to any desired color for the ceiling, chandeliers, and walls, lets couples shape the space to their exact vision. The inlaid marble dance floor, the eight cut-crystal chandeliers, the hand-carved moldings and columns, and the illuminated garden waterfall give photographers an opulent range of backdrops. For the entertainment, the enclosed ballroom, with its marble dance floor, gives a wedding DJ excellent structure and controlled acoustics to build sound and lighting into, so the reception fills the room and the dance floor stays packed at a timeless Old Tappan venue.
Location & Getting There
The Old Tappan Manor sits in the heart of Bergen County in Old Tappan, New Jersey. That location is a genuine advantage for a wedding weekend, since guests coming from the greater New York and northern New Jersey area have a manageable drive, and Newark Liberty International Airport is convenient for anyone flying in, while nearby Old Tappan and the surrounding Bergen County area offer hotels, restaurants, and attractions for out-of-town guests. The location keeps everything convenient and easy to plan around. Yet the manor’s opulent ballroom, cut-crystal chandeliers, and illuminated garden waterfall give the celebration a timeless, luxurious feel once you arrive. That combination of a timeless luxury venue with a convenient Old Tappan location is a big part of what draws couples to The Old Tappan Manor.
Why Couples Book Dow Oak Here
You only get one reception at this venue, so it should be run by a team that already knows how to make a room like it work:
- We have actually performed at this venue, so we plan for its sound, layout, and flow instead of guessing on your night
- One team for your DJ and MC, photo booth, and custom lighting, on a single plan and one contract
- Backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team
- An online planning portal plus a planning call before the day
- More than 3,000 five-star reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, and Google
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and just $400 reserves your date
Wedding DJ FAQ
Have you performed at this venue before?
Yes. Every venue in our directory is one we have actually worked, so we already know how to set up, light, and run the room for a wedding, from ceremony sound to the last dance.
How much is a wedding DJ?
Our wedding DJ packages start at $1,500, and just $400 reserves your date. Your final price depends on add-ons like a photo booth, uplighting, or ceremony sound.
Do you provide lighting and a photo booth too?
Yes. One team handles your DJ and MC, color-matched uplighting, and a modern photo booth on a single plan.
What happens if our DJ has an emergency?
We always have trained backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team, so someone can step in seamlessly.
How do we book you?
Check your date using the form on this page. We confirm availability, send your pricing, and a $400 deposit reserves your date.
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