Photography Credits (if not otherwise noted): Danni LaRaia Photography, Lisa Shaul


The Sablewood
A Rich History
Set in the immersive landscape of the northern Catskill Mountains, The Sablewood is home to a rich and vibrant history. We invite you to read on and discover the many stories it has to tell.
Our Story in a Slideshow
The Life of a Barn



What's in a name?
The Sablewood is named for its rich black (sable) wooden siding and is the only barn in our upstate NY area that has been black for well over 50 years.
When the farm was sold in 1961 the new owner purchased it with aspirations of converting it into a grand equestrian facility. During his travels to Kentucky, he admired the tobacco barns which were painted black to raise the heat inside to help cure the tobacco. Over time, more and more Kentucky barns were painted black as a fashion statement, and this new owner brought this “bit of fashion” home to NY.
Although the barn has been known for its black color since the 1960s countless people have inquired about The Sablewood’s color throughout our restoration project. Typical barns are red, gray, brown, or white – but almost never black.
We love that The Sablewood’s black color has always been unique. It’s timeless elegance allows the beauty of our natural surroundings to shine, and it’s neutral palette highlights any colors our couples choose to design their event with. With that, the tradition of the fashionable “sable” color is here to stay.