Question 1

What is the maximum guest count allowed per event?

Accepted Answer

Our wedding capacity is 150 guests. We can host other events for up to 200 guests.

Question 2

Can we choose our own vendors?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Our blank canvas venue offers you the flexibility to choose your own vendors. We require a Certificate of Insurance for all vendors.

Question 3

How many people can you accommodate overnight on site?

Accepted Answer

Our property can accommodate up to 26 guests overnight.

Question 4

Are we allowed to host the rehearsal dinner and brunch on site?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Our exclusive weekend package allows you to host all of your weekend festivities on site without the stress of coordinating several venues for you and your guests.

Question 5

Is there space for the wedding party to get ready?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We have several comfortable and private spaces for the entire wedding party to prepare for the wedding reception. The honeymoon suite includes a salon bar with mirrors and enhanced lighting. The Robert Frost Lounge offers a wet bar, high top game table, and more. Also, each individual guest room includes make-up mirrors and blow dryers in their private bathrooms.

Question 6

Do you have a dance floor?

Accepted Answer

Yes! All of our event spaces were designed with a dance floor. The indoor space has hardwood flooring and the outdoor concrete patios are perfect for dancing in the moonlight!

Question 7

Are you open year round?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We’ve invested in several indoor and outdoor spaces so that you customize your dream wedding during any of New England's beautiful seasons.

Question 8

Is your property handicap accessible?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The inn and grounds adhere to federal ADA code, and we went above and beyond the federal code in order to accommodate all handicapped guests by making event spaces, lounges, decks, walkways, and guest rooms handicap accessible. The inn offers a handicap lift to upstairs guest rooms.

Question 9

Is there a kitchen on site for food prep?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We have a licensed commercial kitchen equipped with a commercial refrigerator, commercial freezer, a new 8 burner range with over 30K BTUs per burner, and counters for catering prep. Our Nutfield Room offers a gourmet kitchen for interactive chef experiences. Our event hall also includes a fully equipped bar.

Question 10

Do you provide a tent?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We own and provide a beautiful Tidewater sailcloth tent on our custom patio that accommodates up to 150 guests. Bistro lights create an elegant ambience and metal cables allow you to decorate the tent with florals, chandeliers, and other decor. The patio is powered electrically and has a municipal water spigot. Other important details included are custom greenery, chandeliers, clear side walls, heaters, and fans.

Question 11

Does the inn have heating and air-conditioning?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The entire inn is equipped with high-efficiency heating and air-conditioning. Each guest room has its own HVAC system and temperature control for guests to feel comfortable and stress-fee from any cross-contamination of germs.

Question 12

How late can our event go?

Accepted Answer

All outdoor music shall end by midnight and guests not staying on the property shall leave by 11:00 PM. Guests staying on the property can use the property amenities as late as they want.

Question 13

Are you pet friendly?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We allow couples to include their pets in their ceremony with our approval.

Question 14

Do you have onsite parking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, plenty! We have on-site paved parking for up to 200 guests. We can also recommend and facilitate additional transportation for any guests who aren't staying overnight or prefer not to drive.

Question 15

Where are you located?

Accepted Answer

We’re fortunately located in the heart of New England. We're only 40 minutes north of Boston in Southern New Hampshire, one of the fastest growing regions in the United States. Within a 60 minute drive you can experience the city of Boston, the NH and Maine beaches, the NH Lakes & Mountain Regions, endless parks and recreation, and more! For guests who live outside of New England, we're located only 15 minutes from Manchester-Boston Regional Airport and 50 minutes to Boston Logan International Airport.

Question 16

Do you have any recommendations for local attractions?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Upon booking of our venue, we'll provide a full guidebook to many of New England's desirable places and experiences.

Question 17

Are tables and chairs provided?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We provide standard twenty-five (25) 60" round top tables, fifteen (15) 8-foot x 40" rectangular banquet tables, cocktail tables, 200 white garden chairs, 200 fruitwood Chiavari chairs, wine and whiskey barrels, 6-foot and 4-foot rectangular tables, and more! If you prefer a different style, you may also rent tables and chairs through a local rental company whom we recommend.

Question 18

Can we add extra days?

Accepted Answer

Yes!

Question 19

Where can I have my ceremony?

Accepted Answer

Included in our all-inclusive package, you can choose to host your ceremony anywhere on the grounds with our written approval. You may also host a 1-hour ceremony rehearsal prior to your wedding day.

Question 20

Where can our guests stay?

Accepted Answer

For guests who aren't staying in the Inn, please see our list of local accommodations in our brochure.

Question 21

Do you host venue tours?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we provide tours year round and are flexible to accommodate your schedule! We don't have strict days/times for tours.

Question 22

Are restroom trailers allowed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, however they’re unnecessary because we offer 4 outdoor bathrooms and 2 indoor ADA bathrooms. Save your money!

Question 23

When is check-in/check-out?

Accepted Answer

For exclusive weekend rentals, check-in is at 10:00 am on arrival day and check-out is 2:00 pm on departure day.

Question 24

Do you offer catering or bar services?

Accepted Answer

Bartending services are included in our all-inclusive packages and we don't require a bar minimum  nor gratuity and administrative fees. We do not offer catering services and can provide you a list of recommended caterers.

Question 25

How do I reserve a date?

Accepted Answer

We will share a contract with you to review and sign. Reservation is completed upon execution of the contract and receipt of a 25% deposit of the rental fee.

Question 26

Is event insurance required?

Accepted Answer

We require that all vendors provide Certificates of Insurance. Couples enrolling in insurance is optional.

Question 27

What forms of payment do you accept for the site fee?

Accepted Answer

We accept check, wire, credit card, PayPal, Apple Pay and other as forms of payment. We also offer a Buy Now Pay Later option through our third-party service provider.

Question 28

Is there a meals and rental tax?

Accepted Answer

Please note that an 8.5% meals and rental tax will be charged in addition to the rental fee and will be paid by the couple.

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