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Our Wedding

Sam and Zach’s first date in Beacon, New York was one that would end up meaning far more than either of them expected.At the time, it was simply a date. But somewhere between good conversation, a little charm, and an undeniable connection, something clicked. What followed quickly became their own version of the classic “city girl meets upstate boy” story.Sam, a true city girl, was spending her time on Central Park West, while Zach, more at home upstate, was no stranger to the mountains and open space. The two quickly fell into their own rhythm, doing the upstate–downstate dance, splitting time between city streets and weekends upstate.Along the way, they began trading one world for the other, swapping weekends of jazz clubs and cocktail bars, museums, and reservoir runs for car shows, hiking trails, bike rides, and long drives through the Hudson Valley. In the process, what started as two different worlds slowly became one. Before they knew it, their lives began to seamlessly intertwine, and what once felt like a contrast became a perfect balance.Over time, that first date in Beacon turned into something much bigger...and now, they can’t wait to celebrate this next chapter with all of you this August!

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For ladies when planning attire, please note the ceremony will be outside on a beautiful lawn, block heels work better on the lawn than spiked heels.

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Located in Ossining, 15 miles from The Palisades Center Mall, Windrose on Hudson has accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 16 miles of Manhattanville College. The hotel has a sauna, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms have a closet. A buffet breakfast is available at Windrose on Hudson. The accommodation has a sun terrace. You can play pool, squash and tennis at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. State University of New York at Purchase is 18 miles from Windrose on Hudson, while Bear Mountain State Park is 20 miles from the property. Westchester County Airport is 14 miles away.

Windrose On Hudson

Hotel &amp; Accommodations:Windrose on Hudson1 Shady Lane Farm RoadOssining, NY 10562Room Block Under Gordon-Schrowang Wedding. Please reserve your room by July 10th, 2026, if you would like a room through the wedding room block.<a href="https://be.synxis.com/?Hotel=48902&amp;Chain=21123&amp;config=initialConfig&amp;arrive=2026-08-07&amp;depart=2026-08-09&amp;adult=1&amp;child=0&amp;group=202608GOR" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book your group rate for Gordon/Schrowang Wedding Room Block</a> (**Please scroll down on the website until you see "Gordon Wedding Block" to view available rooms at the special $222 wedding block rate) Shuttles:For those of you staying at the Windrose on Hudson, we will be providing a shuttle to and from the venue.***Please be in front of the hotel promptly at 4pm to catch the shuttle.******Ubers are not available in the area to or from the wedding. For those not taking the shuttle, please plan accordingly.

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Ceremony to start promptly at 5 pm at Monteverde at Oldestone, celebrations to follow. Monteverde at Oldstone28 Bear Mountain Bridge RoadCortlandt Manor, New York 10567

Perched along the Hudson River, Monteverde at Oldstone is a place where history and romance have quietly intertwined for centuries. Originally part of the vast Cortlandt Manor estate in the late 1600s, the land has long been a setting for gathering, storytelling, and celebration. The stone house, built around 1760, overlooks sweeping river views that have remained unchanged through generations—timeless, steady, and full of character.Over the years, the estate passed through the hands of notable families and caretakers, each leaving behind their own chapter. What began as a private residence slowly evolved, eventually transforming into a welcoming destination where people could come together to share meals, moments, and memories.In the 20th century, Monteverde at Oldstone took on new life as an inn and restaurant, later receiving its name as a tribute to Italian heritage, “Monteverde,” meaning “green mountain.” With its gardens, historic charm, and warm spirit, it became a place rooted not just in history, but in connection.Today, thoughtfully restored and lovingly preserved, Monteverde stands as a timeless Hudson Valley estate—where past and present meet, and where new stories are waiting to be written.

Bus Service:For those of you staying at the Windrose on Hudson, we will be providing a bus to and from the venue.***Please be in front of the hotel promptly at 4pm to catch the bus.******Ubers are not available in the area to or from the wedding. For those not taking the shuttle, please plan accordingly.

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