13 Connecticut Venues Perfect For A Small Wedding
Planning a small wedding? Connecticut offers an array of stellar options for an intimate celebration! Go for glam at a historic luxury resort, fun at a bowling alley bistro, or rustic at a restored 19th-century barn.
Westbrook Inn Bed & Breakfast
Westbrook, CT
Fab Features: exchange vows beside the babbling river or beneath a flower-draped gazebo • intimate receptions in the historic dining room • opt for a sweet couple's elopement or book the whole inn (with lodgings for 20!) for a weekend-long celebration
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

l'escale
Greenwich, Connecticut
Fab Features: stylish restaurant where you can arrive by boat for dockside dining • chic, authentic Provencal décor incorporates 200-year-old terra cotta tiles, a fireplace from a country castle, and oak cabinetry made from French window frames • inventive menu brings a special French flair to everything from hors d’oeuvres to desserts
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$

Tarrywile Park and Mansion
Danbury, CT
Fab Features: expansive park and historic mansion nestled in the rolling hills of Fairfield County • dreamy ceremonies bathed in dappled light under the vine-wrapped Grape Arbor, or in the covered veranda • tented receptions on the lawn or in the glass-wrapped Conservatory
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$

Green Haven
Pomfret Center, CT
Fab Features: stunning natural setting surrounded by mature trees, beautiful glens and meadows, and sweeping views of the area's verdant hills and valleys • gorgeous al fresco ceremonies under the massive sugar maple named the "Tree of Life" or in the wildflower-dotted Orchard • customizable packages include the assistance of a skilled event planner, with plenty of room for your unique vision
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$

Burr Mansion
Fairfield, Connecticut
Fab Features: historic landmark in the heart of Fairfield’s Old Post Road district • 4 acres of lush gardens and reflecting pools provide endless photo ops • the 15 different event spaces are designed with high ceilings and classic details
Catering: BYOPrice: $

Graduate Storrs
Mansfield, CT
Fab Features: cool, quirky hotel nestled on the UConn campus • lovely design details include wood-beamed ceilings, custom light fixtures, and fanciful artwork • cheeky, eclectic guest rooms are designed with a mix of classic plaids and locally inspired art
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Audubon Greenwich
Greenwich, CT
Fab Features: authentic 19th-century restored barn • the hand-hewn beams, an oversized fireplace, and stringed market lights create an inviting atmosphere • intimate ceremonies on the stone courtyard with a meadow backdrop
Catering: In-housePrice: $$

Madison Beach Hotel
Madison, Connecticut
Fab Features: luxury resort with private beach • say “I do” on the sand or from a raised porch with stunning water vistas • guests can indulge in activities like golf, kayaking, and spa treatments
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$

Avon Old Farms Hotel
Avon, Connecticut
Fab Features: luxurious hotel nestled on 20 acres of manicured grounds • garden ceremonies bordered by tall trees • the terrace of the Towpath Ballroom provides the perfect space for enjoying cocktails and views of the lovely landscape
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$

Inn at Middletown Hotel
Middletown, Connecticut
Fab Features: the colonial-style inn boasts a beautiful red-brick façade and a two-story curving staircase • intimate celebrations in the mahogany paneled Patriot Room • large picture windows overlook Middleton’s historic Main Street—voted “America’s Most Romantic Main Street” by the Huffington Post
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

The Spa at Norwich Inn
Norwich, Connecticut
Fab Features: Georgian Colonial Inn • the oval reflecting pool with fountains, perennial gardens, and century-old oak trees form a beautiful backdrop for your wedding • all wedding packages include a Swedish massage for the couple
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$

Florence Griswold Museum
Old Lyme, Connecticut
Fab Features: receptions in the Colonial Revival manor house with its spacious veranda provides a great indoor/outdoor flow for events • al fresco celebrations overlooking the Lieutenant River • dine beneath the stars or under a grand tent on the Garden Terrace
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$

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