Forest Lodge

e perfection. Every single person told us it was one of the most beautiful and seamless weddings they had ever attended. From the moment guests arrived, they were blown away by the setting. Maple Grove feels like a hidden oasis: towering trees, natural beauty everywhere, and an elegant pavilion and tented area that makes the entire space feel elevated and magical. Even though rain was in the forecast, we never once stressed — the pavilion is so large and well-designed that Forest Lodge can handle weather without sacrificing a single moment of your day. Luckily, we ended up with a gorgeous sunny day, but knowing we were covered gave us so much peace of mind. The food was a home run — truly next-level wedding catering. We chose to do buffet style for the entire night and our guests are still talking about it. The filet mignon, the Asian stir-fry station, the chicken sliders, the dates wrapped in bacon — everything was customizable, perfectly prepared, and delivered exactly the way we envisioned. My grandfather even said it was the best filet mignon he has had in his entire life, and he is not easy to impress. Their chef absolutely nailed every single dish. The staff deserves its own 5-star review. Our bridal attendant, Charlotte, was beyond amazing — truly the best any of us have ever seen. She anticipated every need before we even said it out loud. Our entire wedding party couldn’t stop talking about her. And then there’s Anthony and Maria — absolute rock stars. They ran the entire day like a flawless production. From ceremony coordination to first dance timing to dinner flow, everything moved like a well-oiled machine. With the number of staff working, no one ever had to look far for help. The level of professionalism and attentiveness at Forest Lodge is unmatched. On top of all this, Forest Lodge is an incredible value. For an outdoor, 200+ person New Jersey wedding with a fully customized menu, the pricing was extremely reasonable — especially compared to the overpriced country clubs we toured. Forest Lodge delivered that perfect blend of rustic charm, woodsy romance, old-fashioned beauty, and upscale elegance that we couldn’t find anywhere else. If you want a wedding that feels breathtaking, effortless, and unforgettable — Forest Lodge is the place. It was everything we hoped for and more.

ments we received from our wedding guests! From the moment of walking into the venue I knew that I had found the place I wanted to get married in. Upon meeting the catering manager, Anthony, I knew even more it was perfect! Anthony and his staff were absolutely incredible and went above and beyond in EVERY SINGLE WAY! They listened to everything I wanted/had a vision for and made it happen! The service from all of the staff was incredible as well and my guests were very pleased! They were polite and attentive. The venue itself is absolutely beautiful as well. We chose the "Sherwood Chalet" and were married in a beautiful outdoor courtyard and and our reception was a mix of the beautiful indoor space that allowed guests to go outside and enjoy the weather and amenities of the outdoor space- one with yard games, a fire fit and a beautiful patio/balcony area with a bar. Everything went exactly to plan and was so incredibly smooth. I didn't have to do a single thing but enjoy my day and the best part was that I trusted Anthony and his staff to execute! 10/10 recommend for your perfect day!

first meeting with Anthony, everything was made easy and we were taken care of every step of the way! Every single question was answered along the way. They truly have everything down to a science and truly go above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect and organized. Charlotte, our bridal attendant, was AMAZING!! She anticipated our every need and was always there. Forest Lodge truly has the most amazing team who obviously love what they do. We still have guests telling us how much they loved the food and how much fun they had. We cannot recommend them enough, 10000/10!

accommodating and ready to jump in on anything that needed doing. Not only that but the venue (Maple Grove, the outdoor reception area) was stunning. Anthony's team went above and beyond in bringing our vision to life. Extremely professional and detail-oriented, polite and open with what we could add to our reception, the evening was enjoyed by all and considered to be the 'most fun anyone's had at a wedding'. We're looking for any excuse to go back and see everyone again!

ill a blur but ill start here - We looked at 3 venues in our wedding search and everything just did not fit the vibe of who me and my husband are and then we met Anthony and saw the Sherwood Chalet and saw the grounds of the Forest Lodge and our decision was made. With the help of everyone at the venue and vendors, my wedding was transformed into something I did not even picture it would be. The wedding planning process was so seamless and Anthony works with you to help fine tune everything to exactly what you need. He was also so good with my questions, responding immediately, and really allowing it to be my day at their venue, he honestly is just a really cool guy and is just as excited as you for the wedding. It really was an ok what do you want and we will make it happen - down to my barefoot crisp whites and no cilantro ha! Day of the wedding, my bridal attendant Charlotte was an angel and every time I turned around she was there fixing my dress, holding my phone, giving me food, a drink, grabbing my jacket and even sewed my bustle when someone accidently stepped on it and ripped, with us laughing in the bathroom the whole time and me not even caring because I was too happy. She made me feel beyond comfortable , so catered too in a way I have never felt before and even assisted my aunt who was not feeling well, bring her to the bridal suite and giving her food. Also, she drives the golf cart like a pro. Now to the food, I mean, it was just delicious. Everyone would not stop raving about the food, cocktail hour action stations (shout out Asian Stir Fry) and the cake! For our cocktail hour we had cornhole which was really fun and everyone enjoyed being outside even with the little rain we had. At the last hour we had smores which I unfortunately missed but heard from everyone there were all different types of chocolate for the smores and were delicious! Everyone also got a stadium pretzel and water on the way out. I am truly happy with deciding to have our wedding at the Sherwood Chalet and could not picture it any other way. Thank you to Anthony, Charlotte and Joe :)

nd Anthony were both so responsive and accommodating throughout our planning and Joe did such a phenomenal job the day of. Corey and I appreciated everything Joe and the team of bridal attendants did that day, especially when I was feeling a little anxious about the weather. Spoiler alert: it turned out to be gorgeous by ceremony time! When our shuttle was running late from the hotel, Joe assured me that even if we had to start a little late, the wedding will not be cut short. I was so relieved! I will be forever grateful for the Forest Lodge staff for making it the best day of our lives!

etting, delicious food, and outstanding service, we couldn’t have been happier with our event. Anthony Panchery and his team were super accommodating, and patient thought the entire process, and answered my million (borderline annoying) questions each step of the way. I am so thankful for Anthony, Joe, and Kelly for making our night truly one to remember, and cannot sing the praises of Forest Lodge enough. If you are looking for a beautiful venue in central Jersey with outstanding food and service, add Forest Lodge to your list!

an answered all my questions throughout the planning process and made sure that everything was going to be perfect on the day of the wedding, and it truly was perfect. Kelly and Joe made sure everything ran smoothly the day of the wedding. They always reassured me of what was going to happen next and made me feel so comfortable throughout the whole event. Julia was my bridal attendant and she couldn't have been more amazing. She continuously checked up on me, making sure that I was drinking water and had something to eat. They set up all of my decorations and they made my vision come to life. They took down the decorations as well and packed them up, so all I had to do was pick them up. So easy! On the day of the wedding they were so organized and everything flowed so beautifully. Everyone I talked to raved about how amazing the staff was, how great the food tasted, and how beautiful the venue was. The Forest Lodge and the staff there will always hold a special place in my heart because they made my dreams come true.

iterally handles every aspect of a fantastic day. From the minute I drove up on the property, every need was taken care of. The main attendant, Charlotte, made sure we all had constant drinks, food, and anything else! There's nowhere else you need to go.