What "All-Inclusive" Really Means at a Boutique New Jersey Wedding Venue
Plenty of venues use the phrase "all-inclusive," but the meaning changes a lot from place to place. At The Gramercy at Lakeside Manor in Hazlet, it means what you'd hope it means. You aren't handed a base package and then asked to pay up for every station and upgrade that makes the day feel like yours. The good stuff is already in.
At The Gramercy at Lakeside Manor in Hazlet NJ, all-inclusive means the cocktail hour spread, carving and raw bar stations, linens, flatware, valet, and full-day access to the His and Hers Bridal Suites are already in the package, not upgrades. As a boutique venue hosting one wedding at a time for up to 300 guests, the team offers chef-led cuisine, indoor and outdoor ceremony options at the pavilion and gazebo overlooking Natco Lake, and personalized one-on-one service. Contact The Gramercy to schedule a private tour.
We hear the same reaction often enough that it's worth explaining plainly. One recent couple told us they came in expecting the usual venue routine of picking a few appetizers, choosing between meal tiers, and watching the number climb. Instead they found the cocktail hour spread, the stations, and the upgrades already part of the package. That surprise, in a good way, is the whole idea.
Everything that comes with your Gramercy wedding
The Gramercy is a boutique venue, and we've spent more than two decades hosting weddings for up to 300 guests. Being boutique doesn't mean small. It means one wedding at a time, so the attention stays on you and no detail gets split with another party down the hall.
The food is the package, not an upsell
Our cocktail hour is built around real variety. Carving stations with skirt steak, leg of lamb, and stuffed loin of pork. A raw bar with jumbo shrimp, clams, and oysters. Made to order pasta, a hand carved cheese display, and butler passed hors d'oeuvres from Beef Wellington to coconut shrimp. Head Chef Nicholas Kakounis, a graduate of The Institute of Culinary Education, builds the menu around fresh, high quality ingredients, and it shows on the plate. One couple's guests told us they were struck by both the quality and the sheer amount of food, which is exactly the response we're after. Gluten free and vegan options are available, so guests with dietary needs are covered too.
A day that stays on track, rain or shine
New Jersey weather doesn't always cooperate, and part of an all-inclusive experience is a team ready for that. We offer both indoor and outdoor ceremony options, including an outdoor pavilion overlooking Natco Lake and a handmade iron gazebo. When the sky opens up, the ballroom becomes the ceremony space, with its draped ceiling, chandeliers, and sweeping staircase. One bride whose outdoor plan got rained out described her indoor ballroom ceremony as beautiful anyway. That flexibility is the point. Your day still feels like your day.
Getting ready, all in one place
The His and Hers Bridal Suites are yours for the full day, with space for hair and makeup and a spread that includes bagels, muffins, fresh fruit, juices, and champagne. On the day itself, a bridal attendant stays close, helping with everything from your dress to keeping the timeline moving so you don't have to think about logistics.
A boutique team that answers when you reach out
Customizable packages only matter if someone actually helps you customize them. That's where our one on one service comes in. Couples work directly with our team through the whole planning process, and questions about menu tweaks, table counts, and room layout get real answers, not a runaround. General Manager Victoria Collia-Bowman is hands on at each event and known for the kind of attention to detail that makes the day feel handled.
Conclusion
All-inclusive should mean you can say yes to a venue without a spreadsheet of add-ons waiting behind it. At The Gramercy, the cocktail hour spread, the stations, the linens and flatware, the valet, and the full day in the bridal suites are already part of the package, not upgrades that appear once you're attached to the date. Being boutique is what makes that possible. One wedding at a time means the team's attention, and the day itself, belong entirely to you. Whether your ceremony ends up under the gazebo by Natco Lake or in the ballroom because the weather turned, the plan holds together and the day still feels like yours. If that's the kind of wedding you're picturing, contact us to schedule a private tour and walk the space for yourself.
FAQs
What's included in an all-inclusive package at The Gramercy?
Our packages include the cocktail hour and reception menu, customizable menus and décor, linens, flatware, valet service, full day access to the His and Hers Bridal Suites, and the ballroom, pavilion, and gazebo spaces. Gluten free and vegan options are available.
How many weddings does The Gramercy host at a time?
One. We host a single wedding at a time so the day gets our undivided attention.
Are indoor and outdoor ceremony options available?
Yes. You can hold your ceremony outdoors at the pavilion overlooking Natco Lake or at the iron gazebo, or indoors in the ballroom.
Can hair and makeup be done at the venue?
Yes. The His and Hers Bridal Suites include space for hair and makeup, available for full day use.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?
Up to 300 guests.
Where is The Gramercy located?
We're at 410 NJ-36 in Hazlet, New Jersey. You can reach us at (732) 739-2700 or info@thegramercynj.com.
Are linens and flatware included in the package?
Yes. Both linens and flatware are included, so they're not separate line items you need to arrange or upgrade.
Is valet service available?
Yes. Valet service is part of the package, and the venue is wheelchair accessible.
What's included in the bridal suites?
Full day use of the His and Hers Bridal Suites comes with space for hair and makeup along with bagels, muffins, a fresh fruit display, juices, and champagne.
Does The Gramercy offer food tastings?
Yes. Food tastings are available as part of the planning process.
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