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$19 per person
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About

On WeddingWire since 2019

The Sterling is a brand new wedding venue located in the grounds of Arrowhead Golf Club in beautiful Akron, New York. The Sterling offers seven unique areas to accommodate every aspect of your memorable celebration and sets the standard for top-notch events in Western New York. It features indoor and outdoor spaces with scenic views and is available for ceremonies, receptions, bridal showers, engagement parties, elopements and rehearsal dinners.

Facilities and Capacity

With over 10,000 square feet of event space, The Sterling can comfortably accommodate 250-400 seated guests. They offer seven event areas including:

  • Main dining area - A 90-feet by 36-feet space with glamorous warehouse chic design, featuring a tall glass wall, cathedral ceilings, modern crystal chandeliers, and state-of-the-art kitchen.
  • Interior mezzanine area for surplus seating - Area features a catwalk across the glass wall and leading to the outside balcony.
  • Side covered patio - 5 French doors provide seamless overflow space for the reception and dance floor which is heated for 3 season use.
  • Back and side uncovered balcony - The balconies feature stunning views of the golf course and island. The side balcony is the ideal setting for a rehearsal dinner with an intimate setting and sunset views.
  • Bridal Suite - A getting-ready room with glamorous makeup stations for the bridal party.
  • Island ceremony and photography area - The area includes a steel arch, wood bridge, walkway, and aisle and provides an intimate and unique place to tie the knot.

Services Offered

The Sterling can provide a team of professional coordinators to help plan your wedding, event, or bridal shower. Additional services offered include:

  • Tables, chairs, and linen
  • China, flatware and glassware
  • Set up and clean up
  • Parking and wheelchair access
  • Catering, servers, and bartenders
  • Willingness to work with outside vendors (except catering and bar)

Cuisine

The Sterling and their executive chef provide a large wedding menu from which to choose your meal options. Options include hand-passed appetizers from their hors d’oeuvres menu, crudites for cocktail hour, and a choice of either a relaxed buffet or a sit-down plated option for dinner. There is a choice of entrees available for the sit down dinner which is served with salad, steamed vegetables, freshly baked bread, your choice of sides, and tea and coffee. The Sterling offers various beverage packages including beer, wine, champagne, liquors, and soft drinks. There is also an evening snack menu available.

Location

The Sterling is located at Arrowhead Golf Club in Akron, New York. The venue is just a few miles east of Buffalo and a short drive west of Rochester. The venue is easily accessible with Buffalo Niagra International Airport just a 30-minute drive away.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$19

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar
Signature Drink

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Country/Golf Club
Garden
Loft
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
89 Reviews
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98% Recommended by couples
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Sharon H. Sent on 01/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome Venue

We had our wedding on New Year’s Eve and I could not have been happier! Hannah was our coordinator and made the whole process so easy. She was organized, calm, responsive, helpful, detail oriented and made sure every part of the day was planned out, from getting ready to the midnight countdown. She made incredible suggestions for vendors and all of the vendors I used immediately told me that I had made a great choice choosing The Sterling which was really great to hear during the planning process. The day of the wedding, everything went so smoothly and I had no stress as the bride. All of my guests and family complimented on how great the food and service was. My bridal party and family was well taken care of the whole night. It was amazing going into the reception without any stress because I had full confidence in The Sterling. The venue is stunning, especially in the winter/dark and our pictures inside and outside are beautiful! This is a great venue and I would recommend it to everyone!
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Martina S. Sent on 12/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Book this venue!

I had the most amazing wedding experience at The Sterling with Michael & his team. My now-husband is in the military so we did not have the most time to plan our wedding which was stressful in itself, but Michael made the whole process smooth and go as easily as possible. He was very flexible and we were able to do everything we wanted for our wedding. It was the most perfect night and we are so grateful for this beautiful wedding venue & fantastic team. I would book The Sterling and work with Michael if I had to do it all over again.
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Morgan M. Sent on 02/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

HIGHLY recommend the Sterling

We would HIGHLY recommend the Sterling at Arrowhead for your wedding venue. We worked with Tanya Sue who was an absolute angel during the stressful wedding process. We sent sooo many emails with so many questions, and Tanya Sue never hesitated to promptly answer any question that we had. Tanya Sue and the Sterling team fulfilled all of our requests that we had, and were even super flexible as we made a few last minute changes to our ceremony towards the end. The Sterling team had such amazing aesthetic design and made our tables and overall decor look so classy and absolutely stunning. We felt so supported on our wedding day, as Tanya Sue and the team guided us through every step of the way. Our guests raved at how beautiful our wedding was and how incredibly delicious our food was. Tanya Sue and the Sterling team made our dream wedding come true, and we would recommend this venue to anyone looking for a stunning venue with amazing service.
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Team

Krystle Hanson-Prystajko
Krystle Hanson-Prystajko
Wedding & Event Sales Director

Seeing couples light up when they see our venues for the first time is the highlight of my job.

I love all puppers and dog friendly ceremonys! Favorite menu item: Everything! But if I had to decide I would choose the aged mac n cheese (I'm a soul food type of gal)

Tanya Sue
Tanya Sue
Lead Wedding Coordinator

Certified Wedding & Event Planner from the New York Institute of Art and Design, Tanya Sue has been planning weddings since 2011. What started out as a hobby is now what springs her out of bed each morning. With coordinating over 140 weddings and 300+ managed accounts, Tanya Sue loves weddings and every piece of the puzzle it takes to help plan your perfect day! Becoming an Ordained Minister in 2021 was the next step on her career journey. Tanya Sue’s background also includes extensive customer service, legal administration and an instructor of dance with a focus on ballet.

Michael  Kauffman
Michael Kauffman
Wedding Coordinator

Michael is no stranger when it comes to the wedding scene. Having a background in restaurant and hospitality that spans over a decade, he love that he is a part of this wonderful worId of wedding planning. “I love weddings because I love seeing the joy when two people are united as one. I'm truly honored and blessed to be a part of each and every one of my client's special day. Every wedding is unique and memorable to me. I love being a part of the magic!”

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