The Kester Homestead

4.8(23)

Wedding Venue

About

The Kester Homestead is a historic Victorian farmhouse estate near Skaneateles Lake, blending rustic charm with thoughtful design for intimate corporate gatherings. The Gambrel Barn hosts up to 170 guests with farm tables, vintage place settings, and multiple restrooms, plus a prep kitchen and bar area for seamless hospitality.

Outdoor spaces include the Wild Garden for cocktail hours around wood-burning fires and the Woodlands Cathedral, a serene forest setting with historic pews and a permanent arbor ideal for focused meetings or presentations. Seven bedrooms on-site and nearby accommodations support multi-day events with ease.

Best for

Executive retreats in a historic farmhouse
Outdoor team-building & bonfire gatherings
Private dinners in a rustic barn setting

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Venue Details

Standout features

Historic Estate

Expansive Victorian Farmhouse and Late 1700s Fieldstone Barn

The property includes a Victorian Farmhouse with 7 bedrooms, including a treehouse bedroom, and a historic Fieldstone Barn offering a covered space for gatherings. The Gambrel Barn seats up to 170 guests with farm tables, tolix chairs, and antique

Outdoor Ceremony Space

Woodlands Cathedral with Permanent Arbor

An outdoor ceremony site set under trees with historic pews and a permanent arbor, creating a natural, serene setting for weddings and events.

Outdoor Reception Area

Wild Garden with Wood-Burning Fires

An outdoor sanctuary for cocktail hour and bonfires, featuring real wood-burning fires that add warmth and ambiance to evening events.

At a glance

Rated 4.8 on Google · 23 reviews