Autumnal Enchantment: 32 of the Most Breathtaking New England Venues for Your Fall Wedding

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All-Inclusive

Intimate Weddings Welcome

Historic Charm

Fab Features: quaint historic Inn in the heart of South Berwick, boasting 20 unique guest rooms, multiple gathering spaces, and an award-winning restaurant • select from the lovely event spaces, which include the seasonal veranda, the charming, brick-accented Sarah Frost Hall, or rent the entire venue for ultimate flexibility • all-inclusive packages showcase cuisine from the in-house restaurant

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Exclusive Use

Walking Distance to Town

Weekend Weddings

Fab Features: exquisite historic estate in the heart of Norway, Maine, surrounded by lush forest but walking distance to town • all rentals include use of the whole property, including the picturesque Victorian mansion, ceremony deck with built-in arches and benches, charming two-level carriage house for receptions, and even a fun speakeasy! • perfect for weekend weddings, with plush, modern lodgings for 10 in the mansion 

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Garden Ceremonies

Authentic Post-and-Beam Barn

Fab Features: ceremonies in the wedding garden, in front of the sugar maple tree, or the gazebo, with sweeping views of the golf course and manicured grounds • mingle on the red barn veranda, which is lovely in all weather • receptions unfold in the grand ballroom with its authentic post-and-beam structure

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Rustic Romance

Weekend Wedding

Non-Profit

Fab Features: rustic-chic lodge set on the the famed 100-Mile Wilderness • exchange vows overlooking a serene lake or against a stunning forest backdrop, then hit the hay in the cozy accommodations • fees go towards supporting the Appalachian Mountain Club in their mission of preserving the Maine Woods and its local communities

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Vintage Details

Romantic Garden

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: reimagined 1887 post-and-beam barn along with a beautiful garden bar courtyard • exceptional acoustics and a fresh design aesthetic are supported by removable seating, a stage, and a balcony • cozy, furnished dressing suite for wedding party prep

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Historic Homestead

Picturesque

Outdoor Events

Fab Features: ceremonies beneath towering maple trees or among the apple orchards • the red post-and-beam barn is designed with a high ceiling, tavern-like bar area, and glass doors that open to the landscaped grounds • the 3-story colonial farmhouse is available for overnight accommodations

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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

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Camp Weddings

Year-Round Destination

Mountain Vistas

Fab Features: an intimate Vermont venue offering beautiful views of the surrounding mountains • have your wedding ceremony by the pond, cocktails under the pavilion, and dance the night away in the 17-sided Round Barn • celebrate all weekend long with a two-night stay in the eight distinctively decorated guest rooms

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Romantically Rustic

Ponds, Fields, Meadows, and Mountains

On-Site Accommodations

Fab Features: a romantic and rustic Vermont retreat surrounded by stunning seasonal landscaping • say ‘I do’ with a picturesque backdrop of foliage, ponds, fields, meadows, and mountains • celebrate in the unique round barn complete with authentic wooden beams and twinkling lighting

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Whimsically Woodsy

Romantic Elopements

Overnight Accommodations

Fab Features: a rustic Vermont inn in the heart of the Mad River Valley • say "I do" under the beautiful forest cover, then dine on fresh, sustainable cuisine in the breezy Pavilion or intimate Dining Room • the adorable Pub is perfect for late-night dancing and afterparties

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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

Venue Superpowers: 

All-Inclusive

Gorgeous 236-Acre Property

Family-Owned

Fab Features: beautiful 236-acre property encompassing rolling hills, pretty private lawns, quaint ponds, and verdant forest • historic post-and-beam barn thoughtfully renovated to include an original timber-built bar, a dressing suite, and a veranda overlooking the outside reception area • delectable menus and bar service is provided in-house

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Family-Owned

Chic Two-Level Barn

Farm-to-Table Cuisine

Fab Features: romantic family-owned farm surrounded by towering trees and lush gardens • refined receptions in the chic barn with antique chandeliers and warm wood tones • luxurious amenities such as a plush dressing suite, heating and cooling, handmade farmhouse tables, and fresh, local cuisine from Woodland Honey Catering Co.

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Iconic

140-year-old Carriage House

Destination Weddings

Fab Features: a historic hotel with views of the White Mountains and nature’s beauty all around • tie the knot with a stunning outdoor ceremony where you and your guests will be surrounded by the lush wooded landscape • enjoy the long list of amenities this relaxing destination retreat offers from golf to the luxurious spa

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Elegant Details

Romantic Elopements

Non-Profit

Fab Features: a classic estate built in 1800 with a romantic history • capture unforgettable moments in the beautiful interior space with timeless, elegant details • celebrate on the manicured grounds and beneath the elevated gazebo surrounded by towering shade trees

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Affordable Elegance

Word-Class Amenities

Wedding Packages

Fab Features: enchanting resort set on 400 lush acres • the elegant Crystal Ballroom is designed with a spectacular crystal chandelier suspended from a hand-painted interior dome and 360-degree picture windows that showcase the stunning scenery • fabulous amenities include year-round activities, indulgent spa treatments, and incredible dining

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Historic Hotel

All-Inclusive

Rooftop Terrace

Fab Features: historic hotel with a boutique flair, as in the lovely Tilden Thurber Ballroom which boasts original coffered ceilings and sparkling gold leaf mirrors • celebrate under the stars on the dreamy rooftop terrace or the spacious Courtyard, with its cozy fire pits and glowing bistro lights • inclusive packages feature custom-curated menus, luxury accommodations, and the assistance of a seasoned planner

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Timeless Elegance

Landscaped Grounds

Professional Service

Fab Features: pristine clubhouse surrounded by manicured grounds and towering trees • al fresco ceremonies in a secluded garden, followed by receptions in a grand ballroom • experienced professionals tailor events to fit your vision

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Four-Season Resort

Custom Catering

Luxe Venues

Fab Features: lovely resort surrounded by 3,500 pristine acres of New England wilderness • choose from a variety of indoor and outdoor event spaces, including idyllic lawns, elegant restaurants, and cozy cabins • accommodations range from cozy guest rooms to rustic safari tents, and even a unique elevated "treehouse"!

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Elopements

Historic Details

Overnight Accommodations

Fab Features: expansive historic retreat boasting a wonderful restaurant, cozy accommodations, and an on-site day spa • celebrate on three lush lawns, in a charming sunroom, or a classically elegant dining room... or all of the above! • 22 guest rooms outfitted with sumptuous linens and bath products

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Century-Old Barn

Cool Castle Ruins

In-House Cuisine

Fab Features: picturesque 100-year-old Barn with unparalleled views, surrounded by acres of conservation land • outfitted with an open-beamed ceiling, wood plank walls, antique chandeliers, dual mezzanines, and an airy covered veranda • in-house executive chef, with a network of local purveyors, offers expansive menu options

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Historic Details

Lovely Landscaping

Elopements

Fab Features: a stunning estate sitting on 80 lush, private acres at the foot of the Blue Hills • capture beautiful moments on the picturesque grounds featuring shady wooded glens, sweeping meadows, charming historic outbuildings, and even a hidden pond • celebrate in the Gilded Age mansion amongst countless enchanting original design details

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Affordable Luxury

Manicured Grounds

Georgian-Style Clubhouse

Fab Features: magnificent Georgian-style clubhouse • al fresco celebrations in the courtyard or on the lovely deck overlooking the gorgeous, tree-lined grounds • the elegant ballroom impresses with floor-to-ceiling windows, and French doors that bring the outside in

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Panoramic Views

Lush Grounds

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: it offers a truly unique, 360-degree panorama of the Boston area, perched at 300 feet above sea level on the "Quincy Quarries" • the Nantucket-style clubhouse overlooks the water-filled quarry and the 18th green, and boasts an attached terrace • you can keep things entirely al fresco in the Pavilion Tent, an opulent structure that offers unforgettable skyline and harbor views

Venue Superpowers: 

All-Inclusive

Two Unique Barn Venues

Woodsy Wonderland

Fab Features: lovely 18th-century Inn with two unique event venues nestled on a lushly wooded 400-acre preserve • exchange vows in a woodland chapel, then dine & dance in the rustic-elegant Retreat Barn with its stunning stone fireplace • vows on a grassy lawn are followed by receptions in the modern farmhouse-style Innkeeper's Barn, which boasts 40-foot ceilings, a wraparound mezzanine, and a grand staircase

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Secluded Setting

Lovely Landscaping

Fab Features: one of the most historic buildings in the area, the elegant clubhouse was originally the16th-century Dutch Colonial Mansion of Henry Van Schaak • lovely spaces can fit events of all sizes, from the intimate wraparound porch to the Grand Ballroom • generous all-inclusive packages ensure easy planning and budgeting

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Waterfall Ceremony Site

Year-Round Barn

Affordable

Fab Features: stunning 200-acre farm highlighted by a gracious indoor barn and outdoor pavilion, along with smaller rustic outbuildings throughout the rolling countryside to add rustic charm • an old grist mill, scenic ponds, a covered bridge, and an idyllic waterfall ceremony site make for great photos • add a horse-drawn carriage ride for your guests... or for a grand entrance!

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Award-Winning Hotel

Manicured Gardens

All-Inclusive

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

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Natural Beauty

All-Inclusive

Fireplace Room

Fab Features: exquisite golf course and clubhouse nested on a wildlife-filled property • event spaces include by an airy patio, a Ballroom with panoramic views of surrounding fairways and greens, and the Fireplace Room, with its warm wood accents, antique brass fixtures, and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace • multiple packages keep planning simple

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Views

Lush Grounds

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: a romantically rustic venue and long-time local staple • hold your sweet outdoor ceremony on the expansive lawn with the picturesque natural setting as your backdrop • dance the night away in the unique barn beneath twinkling string lights

Venue: Smith Farm Gardens