by International Associations | Apr 5, 2021 | Wedding
Known for warm hospitality, tranquil lakes and rolling mountains, its obvious why local and destination couples alike choose New Hampshire for their special day. Whether you’re looking for a quaint New England inn or an impressive estate, we’re sure you’ll fall in love with one of these incredible properties. Situated on the shores of scenic Portsmouth, this oceanfront resort boasts a long history of hospitality. Wentworth by the Sea can accommodate celebrations for up to 250 guests with a variety of all inclusive packages. You’ll love the elegant guest rooms, pampering spa services and of cour?se, the amazing views! The possibilities are endless at Bishop Farm. This cozy bed and breakfast features a gorgeous restored Reception Barn, acres of rolling pasture and on site accommodations.

Seven well-appointed guest rooms in the farmhouse and eight individual cottages offer ample room for your closest overnight guests. Ceremony options include the rolling back lawn and Ceremony Barn. Enjoy a quintessential New England wedding experience at the Bedford Village Inn. This 10-acre estate features manicured grounds, wisteria-lined walkways and a range of beautiful indoor and outdoor event spaces. Whether you prefer a casual garden party or a formal affair in the Great Hall, the experienced staff will cater to your every nuptial need. Originally built in atop the Ossipee Mountain Range, Castle in the Clouds is a fairy tale destination for your New Hampshire wedding. The estate maintains the elegance of it’s storied past with all the amenities of modern comfort. Interior reception spaces boast sophisticated decor and impeccably restored architecture.
Outside, you’ll enjoy lush gardens and 180 degree views of Lake Winnipesaukee. LaBelle Winery is the perfect place for couples seeking a rustic, yet modern venue. Acres of vineyard lanes make the perfect backdrop for ceremonies year round. Inside, three different reception spaces feature urban industrial decor and views of the functioning wine cellar and stainless steel tanks. Of course, you can’t forget about the local wine and farm-to-table cuisine! Create a one-of-a-kind wedding weekend with a celebration at Camp Cody. You and your guests will enjoy exclusive use of 100 wooded acres along the shores of Lake Ossipee. Comfortable cabin accommodations, lakeside ceremony sites, an on site chef, cozy reception hall and plenty of classic summer camp activities (water skiing anyone?) are just a handful of reasons couples choose Camp Cody for their big day.
Nestled along Lake Winnipesaukee and the Belknap Mountains, this classic New England inn offers all the charm and comforts of a country estate. The lakefront gazebo and gardens are perfect for summer weddings, while the inn’s elegant interiors create an aura of warmth and welcome for celebrations in the chillier months. You’ll enjoy a stress free wedding experience with the help of knowledgeable staff to pull everything together flawlessly. This venue is a must-see for couples planning an elegant New Hampshire wedding. Tucked away on 1,700 acres in the heart of the White Mountains, you’ll enjoy the quiet of nature with all the perks of a top notch resort. Multiple ceremony and reception sites provide a bevy of options, each outfitted with sophisticated decor, restored architecture and breathtaking mountain views.
Dreaming of a rustic mountain celebration? Look no further! Whitney’s Inn at Jackson will exceed every expectation. Built in, the restored Shovel Handle Pub is a beautiful barn outfitted with twinkling lights and classic country decor. The surrounding acres of manicured lawns are perfect for outdoor ceremonies, while the nearby Whitney’s Inn offers sumptuous accommodations and event space for intimate weddings. Experience your very own New Hampshire homestead at The Toad Hill Farm. The venue offers exclusive booking from Thursday afternoon to Monday morning so that couples and guests can enjoy all the wedding festivities in one beautiful location. The newly built Main House accommodates up to 16 and additional guests are welcome to camp in one of the nearby fields. On the grounds you’ll find ample space for a tented affair with unparalleled views of the mountains beyond.
by International Associations | Apr 2, 2021 | Wedding
A recent New York Times article got the wedding world buzzing about a new trend: the staged elopement. Falling somewhere between a quickie wedding in Vegas and the typical all-out affair, the staged elopement is a reflection of the times. Couples who would rather avoid the stress and intense planning of a standard wedding, but who still dream of the fairytale locale and the dream dress, are fashioning a new middle ground. Rather than a last-minute scramble to the altar, brides and grooms-to-be are planning romantic getaways with music, photos, flowers and food – but no guests. If the elopement packages being offered at Maine inns and resorts are any indication, the trend has made its way to the Northeast.

Here are just a few of the spots catering to elopements:
Berry Manor Inn, Rockland: The inn will arrange for the officiant, flowers, cake, witnesses and a professional photographer. Celebrate with a meal at a downtown restaurant, and return to a room bedecked with rose petals, chocolate-dipped strawberries and chilled champagne.

Beachmere Inn, Ogunquit: Enjoy a two-night stay in an oceanfront suite, plus flowers, a justice of the peace, dinner for two at a local restaurant, and a relaxing couples massage at the inn’s spa.
Inn by the Sea, Cape Elizabeth: In addition to two nights in a room with an ocean view, the inn’s package includes long-stemmed roses, wine and a three-course dinner. Wake up to your first day as a married couple with an in-room honeymoon breakfast.

Sebasco Harbor Resort, Phippsburg: Choose from a variety of indoor and outdoor coastal ceremony sites, and let the resort supply the officiant, a wine and cheese platter, and flowers.
Noble House Inn, Bridgton: The inn’s all-inclusive package features welcome mimosas, a two-night stay in a luxurious suite, an officiant, a bouquet and boutonniere, professional photography, a multi-course dinner and a petite custom cake. The next day, feast on a gourmet breakfast. (Ready to say “I do” right away? The inn is offering $200 off spring bookings.)
by International Associations | Mar 24, 2021 | Wedding
L&L reader Jessica G. recently wrote to us seeking suggestions for ideal wedding venues around the Portland area. She and her fiance were familiar with the lovely Chebeague Island Inn and Frontier in nearby Brunswick, but wondered, “Are there any other unique and special venues that particularly stand out?”

You bet there are! Just a few of our favorites:
The Portland Co – L&L contributor Jen just got married at this rustic venue in June, and L&L writer Jackie is tying the knot there next month. The waterfront complex near Portland’s Old Port has one large and one smaller space for events, with wood floors, exposed beams and raw space limited only by your imagination.
Diamond’s Edge – Located on Great Diamond Island, Diamond’s Edge is a newer wedding venue that offers two distinct settings, an art gallery in a former wagon shed for smaller events and a tent site on a sweeping lawn adjacent to a freshwater pond. Its history dates back to the Spanish-American War, when it served as a military base to defend Casco Bay. Trefethen Evergreen Improvement Association – Peaks is another favorite island setting among couples, and this intimate spot has become a treasured venue. With its stately flagstone fireplace, large deck and lawn, TEIA is all about authentic charm.
Ram Island Farm/ Wentworth Lodge – Home to the Sprague Hall meeting house and the private Wentworth Lodge, the 32,000-acre Sprague Estate in Cape Elizabeth overlooks Higgins Beach. You’ll need an “in” to be approved to host an event at the lodge, or you can enjoy this magical setting by renting the rustic cabin for a vacation.
Inn by the Sea – This luxurious seaside venue in Cape Elizabeth can host anything from a small elopement to tented weddings on the lawn to private events where couples reserve use of the entire property. Sink your toes into the sand at Crescent Beach, enjoy the gourmet fare at the inn’s Sea Glass restaurant, and relax at the spa.
Black Point Inn — Situated on a rocky peninsula just 15 minutes from downtown Portland, the historic Black Point Inn has afforded its guests breathtaking waterfront views for more than 130 years. The inn hosts weddings during the shoulder season — May and June, then after Labor Day – and will work with couples for weddings of under 40 guests during July and August.
L&L reader Jessica G. recently wrote to us seeking suggestions for ideal wedding venues around the Portland area. She and her fiance were familiar with the lovely Chebeague Island Inn and Frontier in nearby Brunswick, but wondered, “Are there any other unique and special venues that particularly stand out?”

You bet there are! Just a few of our favorites:
The Portland Co – L&L contributor Jen just got married at this rustic venue in June, and L&L writer Jackie is tying the knot there next month. The waterfront complex near Portland’s Old Port has one large and one smaller space for events, with wood floors, exposed beams and raw space limited only by your imagination.
Diamond’s Edge – Located on Great Diamond Island, Diamond’s Edge is a newer wedding venue that offers two distinct settings, an art gallery in a former wagon shed for smaller events and a tent site on a sweeping lawn adjacent to a freshwater pond. Its history dates back to the Spanish-American War, when it served as a military base to defend Casco Bay. Trefethen Evergreen Improvement Association – Peaks is another favorite island setting among couples, and this intimate spot has become a treasured venue. With its stately flagstone fireplace, large deck and lawn, TEIA is all about authentic charm.
Ram Island Farm/ Wentworth Lodge – Home to the Sprague Hall meeting house and the private Wentworth Lodge, the 32,000-acre Sprague Estate in Cape Elizabeth overlooks Higgins Beach. You’ll need an “in” to be approved to host an event at the lodge, or you can enjoy this magical setting by renting the rustic cabin for a vacation.
Inn by the Sea – This luxurious seaside venue in Cape Elizabeth can host anything from a small elopement to tented weddings on the lawn to private events where couples reserve use of the entire property. Sink your toes into the sand at Crescent Beach, enjoy the gourmet fare at the inn’s Sea Glass restaurant, and relax at the spa.
Black Point Inn — Situated on a rocky peninsula just 15 minutes from downtown Portland, the historic Black Point Inn has afforded its guests breathtaking waterfront views for more than 130 years. The inn hosts weddings during the shoulder season — May and June, then after Labor Day – and will work with couples for weddings of under 40 guests during July and August.
by International Associations | Feb 26, 2021 | Wedding
A recent New York Times article got the wedding world buzzing about a new trend: the staged elopement. Falling somewhere between a quickie wedding in Vegas and the typical all-out affair, the staged elopement is a reflection of the times. Couples who would rather avoid the stress and intense planning of a standard wedding, but who still dream of the fairytale locale and the dream dress, are fashioning a new middle ground. Rather than a last-minute scramble to the altar, brides and grooms-to-be are planning romantic getaways with music, photos, flowers and food – but no guests. If the elopement packages being offered at Maine inns and resorts are any indication, the trend has made its way to the Northeast.

Here are just a few of the spots catering to elopements:
Berry Manor Inn, Rockland: The inn will arrange for the officiant, flowers, cake, witnesses and a professional photographer. Celebrate with a meal at a downtown restaurant, and return to a room bedecked with rose petals, chocolate-dipped strawberries and chilled champagne.

Beachmere Inn, Ogunquit: Enjoy a two-night stay in an oceanfront suite, plus flowers, a justice of the peace, dinner for two at a local restaurant, and a relaxing couples massage at the inn’s spa.
Inn by the Sea, Cape Elizabeth: In addition to two nights in a room with an ocean view, the inn’s package includes long-stemmed roses, wine and a three-course dinner. Wake up to your first day as a married couple with an in-room honeymoon breakfast.

Sebasco Harbor Resort, Phippsburg: Choose from a variety of indoor and outdoor coastal ceremony sites, and let the resort supply the officiant, a wine and cheese platter, and flowers.
Noble House Inn, Bridgton: The inn’s all-inclusive package features welcome mimosas, a two-night stay in a luxurious suite, an officiant, a bouquet and boutonniere, professional photography, a multi-course dinner and a petite custom cake. The next day, feast on a gourmet breakfast. (Ready to say “I do” right away? The inn is offering $200 off spring bookings.)
A recent New York Times article got the wedding world buzzing about a new trend: the staged elopement. Falling somewhere between a quickie wedding in Vegas and the typical all-out affair, the staged elopement is a reflection of the times. Couples who would rather avoid the stress and intense planning of a standard wedding, but who still dream of the fairytale locale and the dream dress, are fashioning a new middle ground. Rather than a last-minute scramble to the altar, brides and grooms-to-be are planning romantic getaways with music, photos, flowers and food – but no guests. If the elopement packages being offered at Maine inns and resorts are any indication, the trend has made its way to the Northeast.

Here are just a few of the spots catering to elopements:
Berry Manor Inn, Rockland: The inn will arrange for the officiant, flowers, cake, witnesses and a professional photographer. Celebrate with a meal at a downtown restaurant, and return to a room bedecked with rose petals, chocolate-dipped strawberries and chilled champagne.

Beachmere Inn, Ogunquit: Enjoy a two-night stay in an oceanfront suite, plus flowers, a justice of the peace, dinner for two at a local restaurant, and a relaxing couples massage at the inn’s spa.
Inn by the Sea, Cape Elizabeth: In addition to two nights in a room with an ocean view, the inn’s package includes long-stemmed roses, wine and a three-course dinner. Wake up to your first day as a married couple with an in-room honeymoon breakfast.

Sebasco Harbor Resort, Phippsburg: Choose from a variety of indoor and outdoor coastal ceremony sites, and let the resort supply the officiant, a wine and cheese platter, and flowers.
Noble House Inn, Bridgton: The inn’s all-inclusive package features welcome mimosas, a two-night stay in a luxurious suite, an officiant, a bouquet and boutonniere, professional photography, a multi-course dinner and a petite custom cake. The next day, feast on a gourmet breakfast. (Ready to say “I do” right away? The inn is offering $200 off spring bookings.)
by riley | Feb 10, 2021 | Wedding

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