Hayfield opens onto wide fields threaded by old apple trees and ringed by the sound of crows, distant laughter, and the shiver of leaves. On event days, lights flicker along the beams as folks gather inside the historic barn and spill out to mingle under the mountain sky.
What to Expect:
🌳 Restored 200-year-old barn and ceremony glen under two old trees
🪑 On-site wood farm tables, benches, antique lounge furniture
🕯️ Bistro lights, bridges, and firepit for evening mingling
🏞 Expansive fields with panoramic mountain views, perfect for photos
👫 Owners Christiana & Scott guide planning from first visit to the last sparkler send-off
Important Information:
✔ Appointment required for tours and bookings; by-reservation only
✔ Wheelchair-accessible entrance and accessible parking lot
✔ Bring in outside vendors for catering, bar, tenting, and rentals
✔ Contact via hayfieldcatskills.com or (646) 245-1638 for availability and details
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
Local Insights
🌄 Sunset Watch: Late summer sunsets hit just right over the west field—plan the ceremony or photos for golden hour behind the barn.
🍏 Apple Trees: The two massive apple trees beside the bridge are the spot for outdoor vows in fall, with blossoms or fire-lit colors in October.
🔥 Firepit Evenings: Bring s'mores supplies—after dinner, folks drift toward the firepit for nightcaps and stories.
☕ Breakfast Fix: For the morning after, Honey's Cafe in Windham makes a strong first stop for local eggs and pancakes.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Most guests call Hayfield stunning, citing the blend of mountain views, historic barn character, and the easy rhythm of each event. The owners, Christiana and Scott, earn praise for attentive, friendly support from first inquiry to farewell, and are frequently described as helpful and responsive. Reviewers highlight the property's flow for ceremony, cocktails, tented dinners, and barn dancing, noting the furniture, old trees, and event flexibility. A handful mention warm evenings in the barn without A/C or fans. Overall, reviews are deeply positive—many guests and couples say the setting elevates every gathering.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
