Bourne Mansion · Oakdale, NY
Bourne Mansion Wedding Photography
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Bourne Mansion is a Gilded Age estate on the Great South Bay in Oakdale, on Long Island's South Shore, built in 1897 for Singer Sewing Machine president Frederick Gilbert Bourne. Move Mountains Co. photographed Ryan + Caroline's wedding here: a church ceremony, portraits around the columns, gardens and waterfront, then dinner and dancing in the ballroom.
An 1897 estate on the Great South Bay
The Mansion is at 500 Montauk Highway (Gate 2) in Oakdale and is part of Lessing's Hospitality Group, which caters every event. A long tree-lined drive leads to a courtyard fountain; inside, the Grand Ballroom seats up to 300 guests, and cocktail hour flows in and out to the terrace and lawn above the bay.
The Bourne Mansion team runs a polished, elegant day, and we'd love to photograph many more weddings here.
Move Mountains Co. has photographed and filmed weddings across Newport, Boston and beyond for 10 years. We're a preferred vendor at 100+ New England venues, a ten-time The Knot Best of Weddings winner and a member of The Knot Hall of Fame.
Best photo spots at Bourne Mansion
The columned portico
Ryan + Caroline's portraits started out front, with a vintage car and the Mansion's white columns behind them.
The back terrace
A stone balustrade at the back of the estate looks out over the lawn toward the Great South Bay, a soft spot for portraits at dusk.
The conservatory
Arched windows and a black-and-white checkered floor make bright, graphic portraits indoors.
The Grand Ballroom
Soaring ceilings and sparkling chandeliers for first dances and reception details.
Red brick and marble
The Mansion's brick wings and marble trim frame classic portraits on the drive.
The details
Florals and candlelight carried through every room.
Planning your Bourne Mansion wedding timeline
- 1
Getting ready
If your ceremony is at a church, plan travel time between getting ready, the church and the Mansion.
- 2
Ceremony
Ryan + Caroline married in a church, then traveled to the Mansion. Ask Bourne Mansion about ceremonies on the lawn.
- 3
Portraits
Plan portraits at the front portico on arrival, before cocktail hour begins.
- 4
Cocktail hour
Guests move between the Mansion's rooms and the terrace above the bay.
- 5
Golden hour
The bay side of the property glows in late afternoon; save 15 minutes there.
- 6
Reception
Give us a few minutes in the ballroom before guests enter to photograph the full setup.
Real Bourne Mansion weddings
Our blog features one Bourne Mansion wedding so far.
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Bourne Mansion on the blog
- Bourne Mansion: A Romantic Long Island Wedding DestinationRyan + Caroline, Aug 2026
Thank you to the Bourne Mansion team for welcoming our couples and our crew.
All photos by Move Mountains Co.Bourne Mansion wedding FAQ
Has Move Mountains Co. photographed a wedding at Bourne Mansion?
Yes. Move Mountains Co. photographed Ryan + Caroline's wedding at Bourne Mansion in Oakdale, with portraits around the estate and a reception in the ballroom.
Where are the best photo spots at Bourne Mansion?
The best photo spots at Bourne Mansion are the columned portico, the back terrace toward the Great South Bay, the conservatory, the Grand Ballroom and the red brick facade.
How many guests can Bourne Mansion hold?
The Mansion lists indoor celebrations for up to 300 guests, and Grand Ballroom seated dinners up to 300. Check with the venue for current capacities.
Where is Bourne Mansion?
Bourne Mansion is at 500 Montauk Highway, Gate 2, Oakdale, NY 11769, on the Great South Bay.
How much does a Bourne Mansion wedding photographer cost?
Move Mountains Co. offers tiered photo, video and combined collections, so you can choose the coverage that fits your day. Reach out for current pricing. Travel within 120 round-trip miles of our Providence studio is included; beyond that, travel is $0.75 per mile.
Can Move Mountains Co. provide both photography and video at Bourne Mansion?
Yes. Move Mountains Co. offers photography, video and the Luxe Booth photo booth. Our photographers and filmmakers are all MMC team members who train together, so they work as one crew on your day. Wedding films are delivered 16–20 weeks after the wedding.
Check your Bourne Mansion date
We'd love to be part of your Bourne Mansion wedding. MMC offers tiered photo, video and combined collections; reach out for current pricing.