31 Affordable New England Wedding Venues
From the stunning Atlantic coastline to the rolling mountain meadows, New England has beautiful spaces to say ‘I do’ around every corner. We’ve combed through all that Yankeeland has to offer and highlighted our favorite budget-friendly venues that come complete with all of the bells and whistles. Take your pick between charming inns, family-run farms, and breathtaking waterfront resorts that won't break the bank.
MAINE
MAINE
The Lemont Hall
Brunswick, ME
Venue Superpowers:
DIY or All-Inclusive
Historic Charm
Downtown Brunswick
Fab Features: storied 1870 hall meticulously boasting original pressed-tin ceilings, converted oil lamp fixtures, ornate dental detail work, warm wood floors, and a 1909 Baby Grand piano • say "I do" inside or opt for a coastal ceremony at nearby Johnson Field Preserve (staff are happy to arrange the flow) • flexible options range from affordable DIY rentals to all-inclusive packages with a buffet dinner, florals, rentals, and more!
Catering: In-house, Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Atlantic Pines Golf Club
Wells, ME
Venue Superpowers:
Wedding Garden
All-Inclusive
Historic Inn Lodging
Fab Features: beautiful Wells country club and 18-hole championship golf course that exemplifies golden age course design • ceremonies in a lovely, secluded Wedding Garden surrounded by lush trees and seasonal greenery, with receptions following in an elegant ballroom • reserve on-site lodging or host additional events in two sister properties, the Stage House Inn and the historic Nealley House
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Nonesuch River Brewing
Scarborough, ME
Venue Superpowers:
Charming Location
Handcrafted Brews
Late Night Celebrations
Fab Features: charming family-friendly brewery • the outdoor deck connects to the upstairs mezzanine and provides a great indoor-outdoor flow • pair your reception dinner with their top-notch, handcrafted brews
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
The Inn on Peaks Island
Portland, ME
Venue Superpowers:
Island Charm
Intimate Accommodations
Year-Round Celebrations
Fab Features: picturesque Inn on an island in Casco Bay, just a 15-minute ferry ride from Portland • loved ones can stay on-site in seven cottage-style guest rooms and an apartment-style suite • say "I do" in a quaint garden gazebo, then snap romantic photos along the rocky waterfront, on the nearby ferry, or on the wooden dock
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Broadturn Farm
Scarborough, ME
Venue Superpowers:
Outdoor Ambiance
Tented Receptions
Secluded Setting
Fab Features: revitalized community-centered organic farm • al fresco celebrations on the sprawling lawn or inside the antique barn • floral arrangements made from the surrounding gardens and farm-to-table meals prepared with local produce
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
The Lucerne Inn
Dedham, Maine
Venue Superpowers:
Panoramic Views
Tented Receptions
Weekend Weddings
Fab Features: romantic inn overlooking Phillips Lake and Bald Mountain • dance the night away under the stars or beneath a large white tent • the 30 guest suites are all designed with that classic New England charm
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Rockport Harbor Hotel
Rockport, ME
Venue Superpowers:
Quaint Downtown Location
Historic Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Fab Features: lovely 1856 former post office, gathering place, barrel factory, and now, hotel and event venue in the heart of charming Rockport • celebrate in the light-flooded Union Hall, which boasts warm wood floors, a quaint mezzanine, and a grand piano • enjoy views of the harbor, mountains, and village through the hall's 10 large windows
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
NEW HAMPSHIRE
NEW HAMPSHIRE
La Pièce - The Room
Tilton, NH
Venue Superpowers:
Tailored-to-You Celebrations
River Views
All-Inclusive
Fab Features: restored mill building outfitted with original exposed brick walls, warm wood flooring, and plenty of modern amenities • the in-house planning team will work with you to create a custom event to fit your style and budget • breathtaking views of the Winnepesaukee River from both inside and outdoors
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Bedford Village Inn
Bedford, NH
Venue Superpowers:
Lush Gardens
On-Site Accommodations
Luxe Amenities
Fab Features: a premier 10-acre estate in Southern New Hampshire • celebrate in the multi-story Great Hall featuring oversized exposed beams of pumpkin pine, wood floors, and incredible chandeliers of copper and glass • celebrate all weekend long with their on-site accommodations and luxurious guest activities
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Atkinson Resort and Country Club
Atkinson, NH
Venue Superpowers:
Gorgeous Landscaped Grounds
Garden Ceremony Site
Affordable, Flexible Packages
Fab Features: romantic, sophisticated club and event venue offering flexible, affordable packages and lots of amenities • ceremonies at the Gazebo, on a terraced lawn with views of the koi pond and cascading waterfalls, or the Trellis, set amid cobblestone pathways, stone walls, and greenery • the spacious Legacy Ballroom boasts floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the rolling green fairways, and can be divided for various guest counts
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
The Venues At The Factory
Manchester, NH
Venue Superpowers:
Versatile
Industrial-Chic
Unique
Fab Features: former 1904 shoe factory-tuned-unique mixed-use space • this blank canvas can be customized to fit your vision and guests will love the on-site, pet-friendly lodging, and neighboring craft distillery • no admin or service fees, required vendors, or food minimums!
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
The Barn at Bull Meadow
Concord, NH
Venue Superpowers:
Modern Rustic
Serene Setting
Full-Service Bar
Fab Features: picturesque 34-acre wooded estate surrounded by rolling meadows • the chic barn boasts an exposed post & beam wood frame complimented flat black accents • tented receptions on the expansive lawn
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Granite Rose
Hampstead, NH
Venue Superpowers:
Secluded Garden Ceremonies
Glamorous Ballroom
Flexible All-Inclusive Packages
Fab Features: rustic stone pathways traverse lush, forested ceremony sites, encircled by stone walls and luxuriant greenery • a gorgeous rotunda ballroom boasts skylights, chandeliers, curved glass walls, and a centerpiece dance floor • flexible all-inclusive packages feature the assistance of the experts at Wedgewood Weddings
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
VERMONT
VERMONT
West Mountain Inn
Arlington, VT
Venue Superpowers:
Farm-to-table Cuisine
Rustic Romance
On-site Accommodations
Fab Features: century-old inn nestled on 150 acres overlooking the Battenkill Valley • the barn impresses with original state with wide-plank oak floors, aged-cedar siding, windows on all sides and a 2-story open floor plan • custom menus featuring fresh, farm-to-table cuisine
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
The Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm
Quechee, VT
Venue Superpowers:
Quaint Riverfront Setting
Classic Red Barn
Weekend Weddings
Fab Features: a historic and timelessly romantic Vermont venue set amongst a backdrop of the Ottauquechee River • choose between a variety of spots for your outdoor ceremony including the courtyards with water views and the beautifully secluded back fields • hold a tented reception near the historic red barn surrounded by lush green meadows
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Stratton Mountain Resort
Stratton, VT
Venue Superpowers:
Charming Getaway
On-Site Accommodations
Mountain Views
Fab Features: a stunning Vermont getaway that’s home to a sweet central village, inviting lodging, and abundant activities • hold your ceremony on the breathtaking peak with mountain views spanning four states as your backdrop • celebrate your reception in the Great Room featuring cozy stone fireplaces and an outdoor terrace
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Old Gray Barn
Dorset, VT
Venue Superpowers:
Secluded Setting
Unique Restored Barn
On-Site Accommodations
Fab Features: tucked into a hillside overlooking the pristine meadows of the Mettowee Valley • 2-story barn features exposed rough-hewn beams, rustic light fixtures, and a viewing balcony • various lawn spaces with a forested backdrop perfect for outdoor ceremonies
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
CONNECTICUT
CONNECTICUT
Eolia, the Mansion at Harkness Memorial State Park
Waterford, CT
Venue Superpowers:
Historic Details
All-Inclusive
Picturesque Setting
Fab Features: an elegant summer mansion set on over 230 seaside acres of sweeping lawns • exchange vows surrounded by stately trees in the spectacular gardens • hold your elegant reception celebration in the stunning and historic mansion
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Angel & Anchor Farm
Sterling, CT
Venue Superpowers:
Vintage Details
Family-Owned
Exclusive Weekend Rental
More Fab Features: grand Victorian home and sunny yellow barn nestled on 5 quiet acres of gardens, orchards, and expansive green lawns • access to a sweet library of rental items, like hay bale couches, rustic farm tables, and stylish ceremony arhces • snap photos with the friendly resident animals, then wind down from the celebration around a cozy fire pit with s'mores
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Woodwinds
Branford, Connecticut
Venue Superpowers:
Elegant Mansion
Lush Grounds
Five-Star Catering
Fab Features: European manor-style venue tucked among verdant lawns, picturesque gardens, and lush woodlands • the flexible and modern reception space is easily transformed to reflect your personal vision • topnotch catering from Chef Silvio Suppa, regarded as one of the finest chefs in Connecticut
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
MASSACHUSETTS
MASSACHUSETTS
Fruitlands Museum
Harvard, MA
Venue Superpowers:
Hilltop Setting
Panoramic Valley Views
Local & Sustainable Menus
Fab Features: stunning views of the Nashua River Valley’s rolling hills, local orchards, hay fields and hardwood forests • historic, hilltop Prospect House alongside a tented brick patio, garden, and expansive lawns • delectable menus featuring local and sustainable food from area farms and artisan purveyors
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Box Mill Hall, an A.D. Makepeace Company
Wareham, MA
Venue Superpowers:
Picturesque Waterfront Location
Unique Features
Luxurious Accommodations
Fab Features: a beautiful waterfront location with a unique aesthetic reflecting a blend of urban, industrial design with a whimsical nautical flavor • hold your intimate celebration in The Loft restaurant and adjoining deck overlooking the treelined Pawtuxet River • extend your stay in the luxury boutique, loft-style accommodations
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Groveland Fairways
Groveland, MA
Venue Superpowers:
Historic Estate
All-Inclusive
Landscaped Patio
Fab Features: historic garden estate with three charming ceremony sites: a hearthside patio, garden lawn, and cozy fireside room • cocktail hour on a breezy terrace, followed by receptions in the welcoming banquet room • customizable all-inclusive packages boast plenty of planning support from the expert team
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Weddings at the Topsfield Fair
Topsfield, MA
Venue Superpowers:
Affordable
Park-Like Grounds
Landscaped Courtyard
Fab Features: pretty, barn-inspired Coolidge Hall with plenty of modern amenities, like a full kitchen, large stage, 10-foot movie screen, and surround sound • ceremonies in the "Picnic Area," a grassy oasis with a rustic stage, followed by cocktail hour in the landscaped courtyard • affordable rental packages include a generous 8-hour time frame
Catering: BYOPrice: $
Nahant Country Club Estate
Nahant, MA
Venue Superpowers:
Historic Estate
Ocean & Skyline Views
Manicured Gardens
Fab Features: historic estate and 1825 mansion set on seven acres of lawns and gardens • ceremonies under the sweet gazebo, with its gingerbread wood detailing and shake shingle roof • dine and dance in the exquisite two-tiered ballroom, which boasts a gleaming wood floor and permanent stage
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Devens Common Center
Devens, MA
Venue Superpowers:
All-Inclusive Packages
Landscaped Garden
Classic Style
Fab Features: generous packages offer everything you need, from personal wedding coordinators to elegant five-course dinner options • exchange vows in the peaceful Bridal Garden, then celebrate in the traditional elegance of the Grande Ballroom • convenient and comfortable lodging option in Springhill Suites, which is connected to the Center
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
RHODE ISLAND
RHODE ISLAND
OceanCliff
Newport, Rhode Island
Venue Superpowers:
Sparkling Atlantic Views
Exquisite Menu Options
On-Site Accommodations
Fab Features: historic resort set on 10 acres of rolling lawns • sunset ceremonies overlooking Narragansett Bay • the Grand Ballroom offers a gleaming wood floor, tasteful chandeliers, and an ocean panorama through its wraparound windows
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Dye House
Providence, RI
Venue Superpowers:
Romantic Elopements
Industrial-Chic
Overnight Accommodations
Fab Features: turn-of-the-century building-turned-exquisite event space tucked in the heart of Providence’s historic Olneyville • the Studio boasts a 20-foot gabled ceiling, original red brick flooring, whitewashed walls, and dozens of oversized windows • intimate events are paired with luxe lodgings and a full-service outdoor kitchen in The Loft
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Lavender Waves Farm
Wakefield, RI
Venue Superpowers:
Fragrant Lavender
Al Fresco Celebrations
Affordable
Fab Features: private luxury lavender farm in charming coastal South Kingston, only a few miles from Rhode Island's beloved coast and beaches • ceremonies beneath a custom-made gazebo, surrounded by 4,000+ lavender plants for a fragrant frame • bucolic celebrations on the spacious lawn beneath a pretty peaked tent (and friendly farm animals for photo ops!)
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Ballroom at Providence G
Providence, RI
Venue Superpowers:
All-Inclusive
Rooftop Ceremonies
Late Night Celebrations
Fab Features: a thoughtfully renovated venue with historic charm and chic details • wed on The Rooftop with epic skyline views from every angle • celebrate your reception in the classically elegant ballroom featuring stately pillars, glittering chandeliers, arched windows, and the option to include dramatic uplighting
Catering: In-house, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Regatta Place
Newport, Rhode Island
Venue Superpowers:
Newport Harbor Views
All-Inclusive
Sailing Excursions
Fab Features: elegant, waterfront venue located in the Goat Island Marina • ceremonies with amazing views of the classic luxury yachts in Newport Harbor and the glittering waters of the Atlantic • receptions are held inside a sophisticated cream-and-white striped tent, complete with chandeliers and billowing draperies
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Filed under Budget Wedding Ideas, Wedding Venues / Locations, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, New England
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