17 Enchanted Forest Wedding Venues in New England

Want your New England wedding to take place in a fairytale-worthy enchanted forest? From a rustic-chic lodge where you can camp under the stars in Connecticut to a historic homestead tucked in the woods in Maine to a posh, private lakeside resort in New Hampshire; these whimsical locations provide the ultimate storybook setting for your wooded celebration!



CONNECTICUT



Green Haven

Pomfret Center, CT

Venue Superpowers:

Micro Weddings

Picturesque Setting

Custom-curated Packages

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, BYO
Price: $
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Westbrook Inn Bed & Breakfast

Westbrook, CT

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Vintage Charm

Weekend Weddings

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-house
Price: $ • $$
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Tamarack Lodge & Glamping Resort

Voluntown, CT

Venue Superpowers:

Camping

Secluded Retreat

Rustic Romance

Fab Features: gorgeous retreat set on 28 forested acres abutting Beach Pond Lake • events in the rustic-chic lodge, under the al fresco bandstand, or rent out the entire estate • cozy vintage cabins, glamping tents, and RV and tent sites are available for overnight stays—and all include access to kayaks, boats, and canoes!

Catering: In-house, Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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MAINE



Cunningham Farm Events

New Gloucester, ME

Venue Superpowers:

Timeless Estate

Rustic Romance

Weekend Weddings

Fab Features: historic estate with modern-day amenities • the 90 scenic acres are enhanced by 3 event barns, a farmhouse, a pond, a river, and a tree farm • the versatile spaces can host large celebrations or intimate gatherings

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Merryspring Nature Center

Camden, ME

Venue Superpowers:

Lush Gardens

Small weddings

Affordable

Fab Features: 66-acre nature park and education center • colorful events on the event lawn encircled by vibrant flowers • a small conference room with a deck overlooking the gardens can accommodate up to 30 people

Catering: BYO
Price: $
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MASSACHUSETTS



Earthdance Creative Living Project

Plainfield, MA

Venue Superpowers:

Camp Wedding

Overnight Accommodations

Creative Retreat

Fab Features: arts-based retreat center nestled in the wooded hills of Western Massachusetts • ideal for multi-day celebrations, with a peaceful, tentable orchard lawn, two light-flooded event spaces with wood dance floors, a wood-fired sauna and swimming quarry, space for camping, and cozy accommodations • flexible catering options include utilizing the in-house chef, self-catering, outside caterers and food trucks, or a combination of all three

Catering: In-house, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Camp Wing

Duxbury, MA

Venue Superpowers:

Affordable Packages

Camping

Secluded Oasis

Fab Features: serene setting with historic buildings surrounded by acres of woodland • romantic ceremonies overlooking the pond • wedding packages include camp activities facilitated by trained instructors and accommodations for up to 340 guests

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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The Stevens Estate at Osgood Hill

North Andover, MA

Venue Superpowers:

Unique Architecture

Picturesque Landscape

Tented Receptions

Fab Features: exquisite 19th-century Aesthetics Movement-inspired mansion • large al fresco events set among 143 acres of serene lawns, shady trees, landscaped grounds, and historic outbuildings • intimate ceremonies on the mansion's opulent first floor, which boasts rich wood paneling, imported marble fireplaces, and period art and furnishings

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Plimoth Patuxet

Plymouth, Massachusetts

Venue Superpowers:

English Gardens

Ocean views

Creative Catering

Fab Features: one-of-a-kind English Colonial setting that includes a full-scale reproduction of the 1620 Mayflower • al fresco celebrations in the terraced Hornblower Garden with its abundance of flowers, lawns, a rectangular pond, and low stone walls • micro packages for 20-50 guests include a wine & beer bar, stationary hors d'oeuvres, dinner and dessert with coffee & tea

Catering: In-house
Price: $$
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Saphire Estate

Sharon, MA

Fab Features: lovely estate and manor house set on the shores of Lake Massapoag • the picturesque grounds boast inspiring lakefront views, lavish fountains set amidst lush gardens, and picturesque woods • packages include exclusive use of the estate and the professional planning services of the esteemed Saphire Event Group

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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VERMONT



The Inn at Weathersfield

Weathersfield, VT

Venue Superpowers:

Micro Weddings

Floral Design and Décor

Cozy Accommodations

Fab Features: historic 1792 home with 12 unique guest rooms and a farm-to-table restaurant • exchange vows tucked away in the fern grotto beneath a canopy of trees • flexible event packages can accommodate elopements to micro weddings to 120 guests

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Notch House

Westmore, VT

Venue Superpowers:

Intimate Destination Weddings

Lakefront Setting

Historic Inn

Fab Features: charming, 1860 Vermont inn nestled on a wooded hillside beside Lake Willoughby, offering plenty of cozy lodgings for destination celebrations • say "I do" beneath a sprawling maple on the Great Lawn or in the gardens, framed by views of the lake and Willoughby Gap • purpose-built timber barn with salvage windows, a stone patio, and soaring cathedral ceilings

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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River Road Farm

Manchester, VT

Venue Superpowers:

Romantic Retreat

Mountain Views

Weekend Weddings

Fab Features: a breathtaking retreat for weekend-long weddings nestled in the Battenkill River Valley • 100-year-old reception barn with soaring ceilings, bistro lights, and rustic-glam wagon wheel chandeliers • plush overnight lodging (plus a pool!) for up to 22 guests

Catering: In-house, Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$
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The Henry House

North Bennington, VT

Venue Superpowers:

Weekend Retreat

Picturesque Landscape

Historical homestead

Fab Features: historic home set on 25 scenic acres • al fresco ceremonies next to a pond with a cascading waterfall, backed by a towering forest, or surrounded by colorful blooms • fun activities and an extensive list of preferred professional vendors

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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NEW HAMPSHIRE



The Barn at Whitney's Inn

Jackson, NH

Venue Superpowers:

Rustic Romance

Mountain Views

Historic Charm

Fab Features: charming inn nestled in the White Mountains • ceremonies beneath a white birch arbor, or opt for the Hillside Ceremony Area, which offers spectacular sweeping views of the mountains • glimmering twinkle lights and a roaring stone fireplace illuminates the three-story restored post and beam barn

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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White Mountain Weddings

Freedom, NH

Venue Superpowers:

Lakeside Celebrations

Weekend Weddings

Affordable

Fab Features: private resort set on the shores of Lake Ossipee • exchange vows with your toes in the sand or surrounded by towering trees • dance the night away under the stars or inside the impressive reception space with its warm wood walls and peak ceiling strung with market lights

Catering: In-house, Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$
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RHODE ISLAND



The Preserve Sporting Club and Residences

Richmond, RI

Venue Superpowers:

Weekend Weddings

Rustic Romance

Outdoor Adventures

Fab Features: 4-season resort surrounded by wilderness • chose from a variety of indoor and outdoor event spaces • accommodations range from cozy guest rooms to rustic cabins

Catering: In-house
Price: $$$
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