22 Sweet Spots for your New England Micro Wedding
Have your heart set on a small New England wedding? With its picturesque landscape, you can elope on a rocky bluff in Maine, host a cozy weekend wedding at a charming B&B in Connecticut, throw a posh party waterfront resort in Massachusetts, or have a laidback affair in a restored 19th-century barn in the Green Mountains of Vermont. Whatever your day of vision may be, these venues provide the perfect setting and custom-curated packages that are sure to make your small celebration a big hit!
MASSACHUSETTS
MASSACHUSETTS
The Boylston Rooms
Easthampton, MA
Fab Features: 1800s textile mill-turned-event center at the edge of lovely Lower Mill Pond • pondside ceremonies with views of Mt. Tom and the Holyokes, followed by cocktails in the Garden Courtyard • airy, light-filled spaces boast century-old maple flooring, exposed steel ceiling beams, and ample space for dancing
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Glass House
Cambridge, MA
Fab Features: award-winning restaurant and bar nestled in Cambridge's cool Kendall Square • floor-to-ceiling windows and a vibrant color palette create a fresh, modern vibe • adjacent outdoor plaza perfect for al fresco ceremonies before heading inside for delectable craft cocktails and cuisine
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

The Inn at Hastings Park
Lexington, MA
Fab Features: a luxury boutique hotel consisting of two artfully restored guest houses and a barn • the warm interior blends vintage and modern elements for a whimsical, "Americana-chic" effect • catering provided by Artistry on the Green, the inn's on-site restaurant that specializes in classic New England fare with an inspired twist
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Weston Art & Innovation Center
Weston, MA
Fab Features: vibrant education center located within Weston's 1899 former library • intimate receptions in the Reading Room, which has been restored to its original early 20th-century splendor • ceremonies in the outdoor courtyard or in front of wide, multi-paned windows
Catering: BYOPrice: $

MAINE
MAINE
Berry Manor Inn
Rockland, ME
Fab Features: award-winning Victorian B&B • elopements available Sunday-Thursday and Petite Wedding Packages available for up to 22 guests • additional services include hair and make-up services, horse and carriage rides, a waterfront ceremony and photography options
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$

Newagen Seaside Inn
Southport, ME
Fab Features: oceanfront hotel with laidback vibes set on 20 secluded acres • say “I do” with a picturesque backdrop of Boothbay Harbor • fabulous amenities including charming accommodations and an on-site restaurant serving authentic Maine dishes
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$

Ballast
Portland, ME
Fab Features: inviting blank canvas event space with a boutique feel • the warm interior is designed with bright white walls and exposed brick • their fleet of five historic sailing vessels is available for private charter to compliment your event at Ballast
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$

Nonesuch River Brewing
Scarborough, ME
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: $ • $$

Garden Gate at Haley Farm
Sebago, ME
Fab Features: restored New England barn and farm • receptions in the barn with an adjoining deck that looks out over the forest • tented celebrations on the lawn and cocktails around the fire pit
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$

VERMONT
VERMONT
The Inn at Weathersfield
Weathersfield, VT
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-housePrice: $ • $$

Basin Harbor
Vergennes, VT
Fab Features: serene resort set on the shore of Lake Champlain • lakeside celebrations backed by the Adirondack Mountains • variety of event locations from the boat the EScape, the North Dock, the Orchard Garden, or more!
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$

1824 House
Waitsfield, VT
Fab Features: charming inn and barn surrounded by gorgeous scenery • intimate ceremonies by the river one on the hilltop overlooking the mountains • cozy dinner parties inside the rustic barn
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Riverledge Farm
Grafton, VT
Fab Features: exquisite 19th-century farm nestled on 300 acres in the lush Green Mountains • say "I do" in the original stone-walled backyard encircled by dreamy views of landscaped timberland and mountainside meadows • dine and dance in the vintage barn, then toast s'mores around the fire
Catering: In-house, Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$

CONNECTICUT
CONNECTICUT
19Main
New Milford, CT
Fab Features: former bank nestled at the edge of New Milford's historic town green • gorgeous architectural and design elements like exposed brick, a stately granite facade, a dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows • unique photo ops inside the elegant interior or around the charming surrounding streets, which are peppered with sweet shops, vintage streetlights, and an Art Deco movie theater
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$

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: $ • $$

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: $

Connecticut River Museum
Essex, CT
Fab Features: lovely riverfront museum in charming Essex • breezy receptions on the River Front Lawn with panoramic views of the water and colorful sailboats passing • from the museum's dock, make a grand entrance or a memorable exit via boat
Catering: BYOPrice: $

RHODE ISLAND
RHODE ISLAND
Greenvale Vineyards
Portsmouth, RI
Fab Features: lush vineyard set among elegantly preserved grounds, historic architecture, and stunning views of the Aquidneck countryside • intimate celebrations in the restored stable, or right on the banks of the Sakonnet River • or, say "I do" on a lawn backed by grapevines and the sparkling river, then dine and dance in the adjacent tent
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$

Dye House
Providence, RI
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: $ • $$

Casey Farm
Saunderstown, RI
Fab Features: charming historic property overlooking Narragansett Bay, dating from the mid-1700s • ceremonies in the bountiful, colorful gardens, followed by cocktails on the lawn and an elegant tented reception • rental fees help support Historic New England's stewardship and preservation of this and other area properties
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $$

NEW HAMPSHIRE
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Fuller Gardens
North Hampton, NH
Fab Features: lush botanical garden located on the beautiful seacoast of North Hampton • exchange vows in front of an antique water fountain surrounded by rose bushes • private ceremonies available after hours for up to 50 guests
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$

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