This historic Vanderbilt mansion is a turn-of-the-century work of art that offers a traditional and classic setting for the grandest weddings. Bourne Mansion personifies luxury, grandeur and the elaborate celebrations of yesteryear. Outside you’ll find impeccably manicured grounds, a breathtaking view of the Great South Bay from the great lawn and an extraordinary column-trimmed courtyard. The interior combines historic accents with modern flare, with 40-foot vaulted ceilings and a decorative glass dome in the Grand Ballroom, an elegant wooden staircase and a grand fireplace – setting the stage for an unforgettable celebration.
Introduction
Company History
Founded in 1890, Lessing’s Hospitality Group is a sixth-generation, family-owned company comprised of over 120 locations throughout the Northeast and Florida. Lessing’s caters approximately 1,500 weddings annually and operates 16 wedding and catering venues. In addition, the company operates 10 full-service restaurants, over 80 corporate and academic dining centers, nine Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza franchises and a historic inn. Steeped in over 125 years of tradition, but adapting to a constantly changing industry, Lessing’s Hospitality Group’s focus is on providing each bride and groom with unique, personalized experiences and remarkable hospitality.
Guest Capacity
300
Amenities
- Bridal Suite
- Groom Quarters
- Reception Area
- Indoor Event Space
- Handicap Accessible
- Liability Insurance
- Nearby Guest Accommodations
- On-Site Ceremony
- On-Site After Party Location
- One Event at a Time
- Wi-Fi
- Valet
- On-Site Day of Coordinator
BOLI Love!
The best venue! We met with Miriam many times and she was organized and professional. She made sure everything we wanted was set up exactly as requested the day of. She was also helpful and suggested really great vendors when asked. The day of, we had Steve as our Maître D’. He was fantastic. He called us earlier in the week before our wedding and went over everything with us and how we wanted the night to flow. He made sure the day went EXACTLY as we wanted. The food was amazing. We added sushi and the raw bar which really elevated the whole cocktail hour. Everyone’s favorite though was the martini bar. If you do nothing else, do that. You get 3 signature martinis and it goes through a custom ice sculpture with your initials carved into it. The staff at Bourne even packed up all our stuff and loaded our car up at the end of the night. If I had to choose I'd pick Bourne every single time.
Absolutely stunning venue. At Bourne they book one wedding a day so the place and the staff is entirely dedicated to you. It felt personal and I can honestly say it was the most perfect day. Since it is a mansion, it is well decorated, and we didn’t need to bring a ton of decorations or florals. Miriam was such a joy to work with and helped me figure out where to splurge / save. Steve, our maître’ d, was incredible. People warned me how you don’t eat, drink, or really enjoy your wedding and that was not the case for us. We ate, we drank, and we got to enjoy all aspects of our wedding.
I had the wedding of my dreams at the Bourne Mansion. The whole team went above and beyond to make sure we had a perfect day. Miriam was so helpful and responsive leading up to the wedding answering all my questions, Steve orchestrated the whole day like I've never seen before, and Nicolette helped make sure I was always taken care of. The whole Bourne team is absolutely amazing and I cannot thank them enough. My parents, in-laws, and all of our guests were all so impressed with how Steve ran the whole show, the endless delicious food, and just how beautiful the venue is.
Bourne Mansion made every dream I have ever had of my wedding day a reality. We booked a tour with Miriam a week after we got engaged, and booked it on the spot, not seeing any other venues. I knew we made the right decision immediately with how attentive Miriam was. She was so attentive and answered all of my texts and emails within an hour. The staff day of was also amazing. Steve and Nicolette were there every step of the way the day of. All attendees were so impressed by the selection and quality of the food. Seriously if you have any hesitations booking Bourne, book them- you will not be disappointed!
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My now husband and I live in Westchester but searched all around the northeast for the perfect venue. The moment we drove through the gates to Bourne we knew this was where we’d get married. Both the grounds and mansion are spectacular and wowed every single guest that attended. Miriam was a pleasure to work with over the past 1.5 years and was always flexible with our needs. The day-of team runs like an extremely well oiled machine and made sure my husband and I never had to lift a finger. Our maitre d Steve was phenomenal and our guests were both amused and impressed by his secret service-esque presence! My bridal attendant Sam was adorable as well! If you want a venue that truly wows, this is your place.
We just had our daughter’s wedding at Bourne mansion. There are not enough words to describe just how overwhelmed we were with how perfect the night was. The venue was beautiful, the food is absolutely delicious and plentiful and the staff are fabulous! It was everything we hoped it would be and more. Miriam at Lessings was that fantastic. Dominic, the general manager and Steve the Maître D, took such good care of us throughout the entire process and made the night run smoothly. A special shout out to Nicolette who was my daughter’s attendant. She checked in with us and made sure that we were happy and fed! She would not let us lift a finger for anything and kept a constant watch on my daughter and the rest of the family. At the end of the night, everything was magically packed up, organized and placed into our car. She is truly an angel! I cannot tell you how many compliments we received throughout the night and after. They truly put on a spectacular affair here. We are beyond thrilled!
The line of the night was “fairytale wedding,” and that’s truly what you get at Bourne Mansion. We had an exceptional wedding day experience start to finish, and people are RAVING about the food and the service. They provide so many fun and unique cocktail hour options and stations, and the chef is PHENOMENAL.
From the moment we took our first tour, we knew this was where we wanted our wedding to be. I was looking for something different from a typical catering hall and Bourne delivered on all levels. From the moment you walk in and having the grand staircase, to the beautiful library, sitting room and stunning sun room, pictures just aren’t enough. Huge ceilings with beautiful details going up the walls to the ceiling. The space is just breathtaking and once filled with tables and flowers, nothing short of a dream. The food is nothing short of amazing. Working with Miriam was amazing. She was so on top of everything. Jake was our maitre'd and he was phenomenal. Both of our parents were taken care of and everything handled with such elegance. We always had a drink in our hand, assisting with everything from missing buttons to allergies. He never stopped the whole night but made sure it all ran smoothly. Overall Bourne Mansion is such a unique and beautiful venue.
| We had our wedding at Bourne Mansion and the venue exceeded all of our expectations. The rooms are stunning, the staff are incredible, and the food was outstanding. I cannot imagine a better place for our wedding. Miriam was amazing throughout the whole planning process and was so easily accessible for any questions or concerns. Steve Melita was unbelievably helpful and kept the night on track while still having fun! You will not regret getting married here! |
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it was the most magical day Miriam and Steve are amazing at what they do. Our guests were blown away by everything! Food was amazing. We have a big Italian family so this was very important to us. We also had a HUGE wedding party and Steve was amazing at getting everyone where they needed to be.
When we first walked into Bourne, we knew it was the place for us. Both the indoor area and outdoor areas are absolutely breathtakingly gorgeous. On the day of, it was predicted that it may rain but we knew the indoor ceremony and cocktail hour areas were beautiful so we didn’t stress about weather. From start to finish, Miriam and Steve were communicative, collaborative, transparent, professional and thoughtful. We had Jake for our maitre’d and he was outstanding, as was my bridal attendant. I realized I forgot my socks for my dancing shoes and she had a new pair for me! The service was incredible, the food absolutely delicious and abundant and the drinks were flowing all night. So many of my friends and families have photos of themselves at the Bourne now as their profile pictures because it was so pretty! No notes, no negatives!
Better than I could have ever dreamed of! Miriam is absolutely amazing and walked me through each process with recommendations and answered my questions any time of day. Steve is beyond words! He was our maître d’ and I was absolutely blown away. We felt like royalty on our wedding day. Anything we needed, our entire timeline, helping with my dress, legitimately anything that could have been a worry was taken care of by Steve or Sam our bridal attendant. We are forever grateful for the entire staff at the Bourne Mansion not only for making our night the best wedding I could have ever imagined.
We had the best experience and I would highly recommend this venue + team to make your wedding day special. Miriam sold us from day one and was incredible throughout the months of planning - truly the best and made sure to answer all of my questions in a timely manner along the way. Steve made our day go by flawlessly and kept everyone / everything in line.
Absolutely extraordinary! Never in my life did I expect to have my wedding at such an exquisite place!! We had our wedding the Mansion this past weekend and I am still living in a fairytale thinking about the memories. From the patience and precision of Steve our Maitre D, to the care, thoughtfulness and understanding shown by the venue director Miriam, we were treated like absolute royalty. I highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a stand-out affair.
Spectacular! It's the best word to describe our daughter's wedding at Bourne Mansion last weekend. The venue is beyond beautiful, and the wedding planning was perfectly organized by Miriam, who is amazing in every possible way. The wedding day was carefully orchestrated by the most expert and professional team, led by Steve, who will ensure your day is as beautiful as you planned it with Miriam. We wanted the most beautiful, elegant wedding for our daughter and her betrothed, and our dreams came true. I am so happy we chose Bourne Mansion
we had 164 guests total and it truly was the perfect amount. The mansion was just stunning and the food was amazing. Our guests are still raving about the food! Our guests loved being able to wander around the various rooms and feel like they’re in the Great Gatsby. Bournes staff and Maitre D were also incredible. They ensured we had a drink in our hands the entire time and just overall made us feel like royalty. The entire booking and planning process was simple and seamless. Bourne mansion made our wedding dreams truly come true.
OUTSTANDING!!
From beginning to end and everything in between. If your shopping for a wedding venue, look no further! Bourne Mansion is THE ONLY place to celebrate your fairytale!! The warmth you feel as soon as you walk in the lobby is palpable. Miriam and Steve are two of the best in the business and to work with both of them was a privilege! They left no stone unturned. If there was an option to give this magnificent place and the people who work there, a 100 star rating, that's what I would rate it!! You can keep your castles!! Bourne is the only place to celebrate!!
Absolutely incredible!!!! We had the most amazing wedding reception experience at Bourne Mansion. The venue is beautiful, of course, and the staff is even better. Miriam was our initial point of contact and she helped us through the entire process to make sure we had the wedding of our dreams and was so helpful with all of our requests and needs throughout the journey. On the day of, our maitre’d Steven and bridal attendant Nicolette were incredible! They helped make sure that everything ran according to schedule and that we had everything we needed, so we were able to truly just enjoy the night and time with our family and friends. Steven is a must to make your wedding day run smoothly, he truly was the glue that held the entire day together! The food was also fantastic - we had lots of different stations and passed hors d’oeuvres during cocktail hour, as well as late night snacks for our after party in the mansion at the end of the night. All of our guests said that they loved everything and were blown away! We couldn’t recommend Bourne Mansion and their team enough!
I really wanted a venue that was different from your typical catering hall, well the Bourne was different in the most spectacular way. My guests were BLOWN away by the beauty and charm of the Bourne and also by the way the Bourne ran things. When we booked our venue, the sales director Miriam told us this was the Rolls Royce of Lessings venues and she wasn't kidding!! Miriam was amazing to work with, so honest and helpful. The communication was UNBELIEVABLE. Numerous guests came up to me and complimented how Steve ran the show and he truly knows what he is doing. He was such a great time, the bride and groom were his #1 priority. He was on top of everything in the best way possible. My bridal attendant Kira was an angel sent straight from heaven. They made sure we always had food and drinks in our hands, everything was running smoothly and on time. The venue is so jaw dropping and even more beautiful when it is set for a wedding. The food was unbelievable, we added the oysters and sushi stations which guests raved about. So many guests said our wedding was the best they have ever been to and there are a handful of tough critics in the crowd (including myself).
There is really no place like Bourne. I always wanted to get married in a mansion type venue, but I heard that it is difficult because you are required to rent everything from the tables to the silverware which adds so much more cost and a huge headache. Bourne is owned by Lessings, so everything is taken care of for you. They only host one wedding a day, so you are the main focus of the employees that day. The space is beautiful, the grounds are well kept, and it overlooks the Great South Bay. I got so many compliments on the food and the atmosphere. In addition, the employees you work with up until the day of your wedding are spectacular. I am so happy with my decision to get married here!