We’re getting married
SEPTEMBER 19, 2026
Hudson Valley · New York
Our journey
2022
How we met
Emily was reading at the window of a small Bedford-Stuyvesant coffee shop when James asked, with a polite kind of nervousness, if he could share her table — every other seat was taken. One americano turned into three hours, and by the time the rain stopped, neither of them wanted to leave.
2025
The proposal
On the last evening of a slow week in Val d’Orcia, James led Emily up a quiet cypress-lined path with a bottle of wine and a story he’d been carrying for months. As the hills turned the color of warm honey, he asked her to spend the rest of his life with him. She said yes before he finished the question.
2026
Our forever begins
We are gathering the people we love most on a quiet September afternoon — under stone arches, surrounded by wild grasses and the soft hum of the Hudson Valley. We can’t imagine a more fitting place to begin this next chapter, and we’re overjoyed that you’ll be a part of it.
When & where
Ceremony
The ceremony is held outdoors among the gardens. In the event of rain, we’ll move into the Grand Hall.
Reception
The reception flows from the lawn into the Grand Hall as the sun sets — bring a light layer for the evening.
Venue address
The Stone Mill at Highfield Estate
412 Old Mill Road · Highfield, NY 12589
Complimentary parking is available on the estate grounds. Please follow the signs for guest parking past the main gate.
A day to remember
3:30 PM
Garden Terrace
Settle in with a glass of something cold and find your seat at your own pace.
4:00 PM
Stone Garden
Vows, witnesses, and the warmest light of the afternoon — please be seated by 3:55.
4:45 PM
Vineyard Lawn
Hors d’oeuvres, a signature spritz, and quiet music while we steal a few photos.
6:00 PM
Grand Hall
A long table, family-style courses, and a few words from the people who know us best.
8:00 PM
Grand Hall
Dance floor opens. Loosen your tie. Find someone you love and join us.
11:00 PM
Front Lawn
Sparklers under the arches, then shuttles back to the hotels for one last nightcap.
We can’t wait to see you
Kindly respond by August 15, 2026.
With gratitude
Your presence is the greatest gift — but if you’d like to celebrate with us in another way, here are a few options.
Getting here & staying
8 minutes from the estate
A restored 19th-century country inn with quiet rooms and a long porch. Our recommended block.
Mention ‘Carter-Bennett Wedding’ for our rate.
Book a room14 minutes from the estate
Modern rooms on the river with a relaxed lobby bar — ideal for friends traveling together.
Rate of $245/night through August 1, 2026.
Book a room5 minutes from the estate
Six rooms, on the water, lovingly run by the Whitman family. Books up quickly.
Limited availability — please call directly.
Book a roomAlbany International (ALB) is the closest gateway at about 55 minutes from the venue. JFK and LGA are ~2.5 hours by car.
Complimentary on-site parking is available the day of the wedding. Cars may be left overnight and retrieved the next morning.
Complimentary shuttles run between the Hudson House Hotel, The Roeliff Jansen Inn, and the venue from 3:00 PM until midnight.
A small request
Garden Formal
Think summer wedding elegance: long dresses, light suits, and soft tones encouraged. Please save white for the bride.
The ceremony and cocktail hour are outdoors with some grass walking involved — heels are welcome, but consider block heels or flats so the evening stays comfortable. The September air can cool quickly after sunset; a light wrap or jacket is a thoughtful addition.
Color inspiration
Blush
Sage
Cream
Dusty Blue
Soft Burgundy
Warm Taupe
These are gentle suggestions — wear what makes you feel like yourself.
See the day through your eyes
Capture the day with us — we’ll see every single photo.
We’ve set up a private album so you can drop your photos straight in from your phone. No app needed.
Open the albumTag anything you post so we can find it later — and so future us can scroll back through the day together.
#EmilyAndJamesForever
In case you were wondering
Garden Formal — long dresses, suits, and soft tones. Please leave white for the bride. Block heels or flats are a kind choice given the grass.
