32 of New England's Best Hidden Gem Wedding Venues

Throughout New England lies an abundance of hidden gem wedding venues just waiting to be discovered. From secluded retreats and family-owned farms to lakefront lodges, these tucked-away treasures are perfect for private and peaceful wedding celebrations. And once you find them, we just know it'll be love at first "site"!



CONNECTICUT



Willow Hill

Brooklyn, CT

Fab Features: welcoming private estate nestled on a picturesque 100-acre property that's yours to explore on your wedding day • poolside cocktail hours followed by receptions in a breezy tent in the Meadow or the rustic-elegant post-and-beam Barn • overnight lodging for 22 in the elevated 1790s-era Farmhouse

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$$
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Great River Golf Club

Milford, Connecticut

Fab Features: romantic ceremonies in a white gazebo with views of the Housatonic River • picturesque landscaped grounds, waterfall, and clock tower offer plenty of photo ops • receptions in the luxe ballroom, with its high, vaulted ceiling, chandelier, and exquisitely draped windows

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

Voluntown, CT

Fab Features: ultra-peaceful and secluded retreat set on 28 forested acres abutting Beach Pond Lake • event spaces include the rustic-chic lodge, an al fresco bandstand, and gorgeous grounds • vintage cabins, glamping tents, and RV and tent sites are available to keep the party going all weekend

Catering: In-house, Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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The Spa at Norwich Inn

Norwich, Connecticut

Fab Features: a Georgian Colonial inn on 42 acres of countryside • their romantic perennial gardens boast an oval reflecting pool and century-old oak trees • all wedding packages include a Serenity massage for the couple

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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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, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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MAINE



Grey Havens Inn

Georgetown, ME

Fab Features: historic B&B charming guests since 1904 • its bluff-top location offers unforgettable views of Harmon's Harbor and the Atlantic • say “I Do” overlooking the harbor and ruggedly rocky coastline followed by fun receptions on the covered porch of the on-site restaurant, BLUE

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Squire Tarbox Inn

Westport Island, ME

Fab Features: thoughtfully restored historic Inn highlighted by a lovely 1820s barn with a cozy loft and spacious patio• rental fees include exclusive access to the 12-acre property, including a rustic barn, deck, lawn, pasture, outdoor patio, and fire pit for two nights • ideal location on Westport Island, an hour from Portland, on 12 acres of pastoral farmland, mature woods, a tranquil salt marsh, and pretty pond

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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16 Bay View

Camden, ME

Fab Features: beautifully authentic 21-room boutique hotel in the heart of Camden, Maine • celebrate in the elegant banquet room or on the fabulous rooftop terrace with views of the harbor • incredible in-house dining and craft cocktails

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Vinegar Hill Music Theatre

Arundel, ME

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

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Hitching Post of Maine

Dayton, ME

Fab Features: idyllic 1830 barn-turned-event venue nestled on 100 acres along the scenic Saco River • exchange vows beneath a hand-hewn timber arbor on the lawn, then dine and dance inside the historic barn • affordable rental rates include three days' use of the property, leaving plenty of time to enjoy your big day

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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MASSACHUSETTS



Barker House by Wedgewood Weddings

Scituate, MA

Fab Features: impeccably restored seaside charmer, blessed with a picturesque waterfront location and unique historic character • ceremony settings include an enchanting garden courtyard or a rustic-chic banquet space • wine and dine guests in the elegant Williams Room beneath graceful chandeliers

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Gore Place

Waltham, MA

Fab Features: charming 50-acre "country estate in the city" • intimate events in the warm, wood-accented, historic Carriage House which boasts warm wood accents and rustic-chic stable doors • grand, al fresco celebrations held in the peaked Century Tent, with windowed walls on three sides that allow views of the lush green surroundings

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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The Bradley Estate

Canton, Massachusetts

Fab Features: gorgeous red brick Georgian-style mansion • the interior impresses with beautiful crystal chandeliers, multiple fireplaces, and gorgeous antique furnishings and décor • garden ceremonies surrounded by lush landscape, blooming cherry trees, a lovely pond, and scenic trails • cocktails on the terrace followed by tented receptions on the manicured lawn

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Fruitlands Museum

Harvard, MA

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-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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The Villa

East Bridgewater, Massachusetts

Fab Features: exchange vows under a wrought-iron or white gazebo, surrounded by posh, manicured gardens, velvety lawns, and a cool 250-year-old converted dairy barn • opt for traditional glamour in the Grand Ballroom, designed with gold fixtures and a chic 14-foot linear fireplace, Old World-style romance in the French-inspired Madera Ballroom, or celebrate al fresco in the airy tent • generous packages are paired with expert coordination provided by Saphire Event Group

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

Walpole, MA

Fab Features: exchange vows al fresco surrounded by beautiful seasonal landscaping and a lush forest • dine and dance in the elegant ballroom beneath a soaring ceiling hung with sparkling light fixtures and crystal chandeliers • coordination by Saphire Event Group, a family-run business whose staff has tons of experience putting on extraordinary, personalized weddings

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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NEW HAMPSHIRE



Allrose Farm

Greenfield, NH

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.

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Dell-Lea Weddings & Events

Chichester, NH

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Powder Major's Farm

Madbury, NH

Fab Features: pastoral 260-acre estate boasting scenic views of rolling fields, lush forest, a pretty pond, stone walls, and historic structures • the beautifully restored 1804 barn retains much of its original charm, with reclaimed timber boards, hand-hewn posts and beans, and an adjacent patio crafted from antique granite foundation stones • exchange vows on the lawn, or in the lovely timber-framed pavilion beside the main barn area

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$
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Atkinson Resort and Country Club

Atkinson, NH

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-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Mountain View Grand Resort

Whitefield, NH

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Loch Lyme Lodge

Lyme, NH

Fab Features: charming country resort perched at the edge of a crystal-clear lake • exchange vows at the water’s edge, followed by lawn games and mingling as the sun sets behind the trees • 20 cute, rustic cabins mean many in your party can stay right on-site, enjoying a weekend of swimming, boating, kayaking, fishing, and more

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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VERMONT



Hill Farm

Sunderland, VT

Fab Features: idyllic retreat set on a 18th-century historic farm property, surrounded lushly forested mountains and a serene stream • relax on the 70-acre grounds, enjoying the swimming pool, fire pit, lawn games, and friendly farm animals • weekend-long destination weddings include coordination services and cozy lodgings in the Inn for up to 55 people

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Outbound Stowe

Stowe, VT

Fab Features: expansive, contemporary retreat with diverse lodging options and the region’s largest outdoor pool • intimate "I do"s beside the tranquil West Branch Little River, or hike nearby Mt. Mansfield for a truly adventurous elopement • enjoy craft cocktails, local beers, and delightful cuisine  at Eastside Bar + Bites, a stylish eatery which opens onto a shady patio with fire pits and a shimmering pool

Catering: In-house, Preferred list
Price: $
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Sleepy Hollow Inn

Huntington, VT

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

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Reading Farms Estate

Reading, VT

Fab Features: luxurious rental nestled among hiking trails, a lake, and historic buildings on 400 private acres in the Green Mountains • exchange vows on the lovely property, followed by cocktails and games on the lawn and a reception under a white peaked tent • on-site lodging for 46 people makes for the perfect weekend retreat

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



Shelter Harbor Inn

Westerly, RI

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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