Intimate/Small Weddings
Small & Intimate Wedding Venues in New England
An intimate wedding with just a few very special friends and family members creates a happy and memorial day with few worries. Inns and resorts and unusual venues like parks and museums can help you plan a small, beautiful wedding day with just the right amount of fuss and frill, for a select guest list. All the pleasures of a wedding day – flowers, music, food, photos – can be easily scaled down in scope (and cost). You can host a lovely small wedding on a Cape Cod beach, a mountainside in Vermont, in the great room of a Connecticut vineyard, at an art museum, or in the quiet back yard of a bed and breakfast. The possibilities are vast, and all of them include the year-round natural beauty of New England.
26 places to visit
Jackson, NH
Eagle Mountain House & Golf Club
Welcoming mountain inn creates inspirational atmosphere for your more intimate wedding
Inspirational mountain celebrations are a specialty at the Eagle Mountain House & Golf Club, one of the few remaining “grand hotels” in the White Mountains. If you’re planning a smaller, more intimate wedding ceremony and reception, let the resort’s experienced event and catering staffs help you choose the perfect venue and handle all the details to make your day worry-free and just as you dreamed it would be. Exchange your vows on the inn’s magnificent wraparound veranda, the mountains in the distance, then celebrate with friends and family in the Carter Notch Room or in the expansive standalone Carriage House with a partially covered stone patio. Make it a destination wedding, with your guests enjoy comfortable rooms and suites with stunning views, a nine-hole golf course and seasonal outdoor pool.179 Carter Notch Road 603-383-9111
Jackson, NH
Inn at Ellis River
Picturesque surroundings make your intimate wedding or elopement memorable
Intimate weddings and elopements are especially beautiful at the Inn at Ellis River, in the heart of the picturesque Mt. Washington Valley, NH. Exchange your vows by a river, gazebo or garden, or inside by a roaring fire or baby grand piano. Or, choose a site in scenic Jackson, NH: the historic “Honeymoon Bridge” or by a waterfall. Back at the inn, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, champagne and cake for up to 12 people. Wedding packages include a bouquet and boutonniere, champagne and flute mementos, cake and a two-night stay for the wedding couple in the Bridal Veil Falls Room, with a fireplace, patio and two-person jetted tub. The inn staff can recommend local photographers, justices of the peace, restaurants and other service providers to make planning your special gathering stress-free.17 Harriman Road 603-383-9339
Marblehead, MA
Harbor Light Inn
Charming inn by picturesque harbor an inviting location for elopements, small weddings
Couples planning an elopement or small wedding will find the perfect environment for their nuptials at the Harbor Light Inn, a charming, historic hotel in the heart of Marblehead, MA’s beautiful harbor district. A private room for your ceremony and dining afterward can host up to 50 people for cocktail receptions or 25 for dinner receptions. The inn’s concierge will help you arrange for florists, photographers, caterers or off-site ceremony receptions, among other services. Make it a destination weekend, and your guests will fall in love themselves – with their comfortable accommodations, some with fireplaces, four-poster or canopy beds and jetted tubs and all with personalized breakfast trays put together each morning. The inn’s welcoming tavern is a relaxing way to end a busy day of celebrating.58 Washington Street 781-631-2186
Sanbornton, NH
Steele Hill Resorts
Friendly, inviting atmosphere at resort perfect for more intimate wedding ceremony, reception
At the Steele Hill Resorts, a warm, inviting atmosphere is just what you want for your smaller, more intimate wedding ceremony and reception. Exchange your vows by a lovely pond or on a manicured lawn, under a floral arch, overlooking spectacular glacial lakes and magnificent mountains. Have your reception under a tent, in a room at the on-site Hilltop Restaurant, or in the Lakeview Room, among a variety of cozy venues. The resorts professional staff has decades of experience working with trusted area vendors for photography, flowers and other services, and the catering team will provide exceptional, creative menus to suit your taste and vision. Make it a destination wedding, and you and your guests will enjoy spacious studios and suites with jaw-dropping views, fireplaces and whirlpool tubs.
Visit our sister properties, Summit Resort, Center Harbor Inn.516 Steele Hill Road 603-524-0500
Essex, CT
The Griswold Inn
Seeking a cozy venue for your intimate wedding? This inn is your answer.
It’s hard not to use the word “cozy” when discussing the lovely Griswold Inn, which boats a heritage that harkens back to Revolutionary times. And that’s the perfect vibe for your intimate wedding ceremony and reception. Polished wood, exposed beams, glowing fireplaces, sparkling crystal on inviting tables: It’s the kind of warm atmosphere every wedding couple wants for their special gathering, whether you want a small dining room for 14 or a bigger venue. Call the inn’s experienced private events manager to discuss your celebration plans, from customized menus featuring fresh local ingredients and extensive wine lists to rehearsal dinners and farewell brunches. Check the website for the latest updates on health guidelines and to see the inn’s impeccable cleaning protocols.36 Main Street 860-767-1776
Camden, ME
16 Bay View
Intimate wedding gatherings a specialty at this hotel in the heart of scenic Camden
Romantic and dramatic, with one-of-a-kind venues, 16 Bay View is the ideal site for your smaller, more intimate, wedding gathering. The luxury boutique hotel, in the heart of downtown Camden, ME, close to the harbor, has a dedicated events team that will help with every detail to ensure your big day is exactly as you envisioned, whether it’s a private cocktail party by the fire in the elegant and inviting Vintage Room lobby bar or a sophisticated sit-down catered dinner in the charming Curtis-Bok Banquet Room. In season, you’ll want to end your day with a cocktail by the fire table at The View, the hotel’s stunning rooftop bar with harbor and park vistas. Family and friends who are staying overnight will love their unique accommodations, with gas fireplaces and iron balconies.
Visit our sister properties, Lord Camden Inn - Grand Harbor Inn - Rockport Harbor Hotel.16 Bay View Street 844-213-7990
Grafton, VT
The Grafton Inn
Historic inn has big plans for your elopement or intimate wedding ceremony, celebration
The Grafton Inn, the historic Southern Vermont hotel in a storybook village, has big plans for your elopement or intimate wedding ceremony with your closest family and friends. The inn’s elopement package includes two nights’ lodging, champagne, chocolate-covered strawberries and a three-course dinner both nights, two robes to take home, and, for your big day, a justice of the peace, bouquet and boutonniere, in-house planner and day-of coordinator. The inn’s package for up to 70 guests includes lodging, a picturesque indoor or outdoor ceremony site on the enchanting property, the stunning Phelps Barn for cocktail hour, a plated-dinner reception featuring a delectable menu, cake or cupcakes, an experienced in-house planner and day-of coordinator as well as on-site accommodations for your guests.92 Main Street 802-843-2248
Woodstock, VT
Woodstock Inn & Resort
Stunning smaller weddings a specialty at this multiple-venue picturesque resort
A stunning Vermont inn, a ceremony with a white-barn backdrop or in a room overlooking gardens in bloom, exceptional dining and attentive planning services: At the Woodstock Inn & Resort, that’s a recipe for a memorable small wedding. Have your ceremony on the Garden Terrace, with the bride entering through French doors, or in the intimate Garden Parlor. A classic white barn is the perfect backdrop for a lovely lawn ceremony. Reception sites ideal for more intimate gatherings include the Country Club, an historic barn at the Billings Farm & Museum, the Garden Terrace and the Red Barns at Kelly Way Gardens, with newly renovated barns featuring gorgeous woodworking. Meals can be tailored to your visions, and guests will love staying at this classic inn in the heart of Woodstock.Woodstock Inn & Resort has been voted one of the Top 20 Resorts in New England in the 2025 Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.Fourteen The Green 802-457-1100
Plymouth, MA
Hotel 1620 at Plymouth Harbor
Hotel by the harbor specializes in making your wedding an extraordinary experience
You have your own vision for how you want your small wedding to be, and at Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor, they are listening. Turning special events into extraordinary ones is important to the professional staff at the hotel, which sits across the street from Cape Cod Bay and the picturesque harbor. Have your ceremony outside, with the Atlantic as the dramatic backdrop, then celebrate in style with an expertly catered meal in the Atlantic Room. With its floor-to-ceiling windows and chandeliers, it’s an elegant place for your creative buffet or sit-down dinner and for dancing into the night. Several wedding packages are available, as well as discounts for blocks of rooms in the hotel, which is close to historic sites, attractions and restaurants.180 Water Street 508-747-4900
Watch Hill, RI
Ocean House Resort
Intimate weddings given major attention at this charming resort by the sea
There is nothing small about more intimate weddings at the Ocean House, where you will receive the same exceptional planning and day-of service, five-star cuisine and spectacular venues for your wedding with 10 guests as the next weekend’s wedding for 250. Exquisite indoor and outdoor spaces include the rich, wooded Drawing Room, the East Lawn with breathtaking ocean views and steps away from a romantic beach boardwalk, and the private, white-sand beach itself, where you can exchange your vows under a floral arbor, then dine with your guests under a lovely tent. Chefs will work with you to ensure your reception menu, whether it’s a buffet, barbecue or three-course plated dinner, reflects your vision for your big day. Ocean House was recently named to Forbes Magazine's list of "Most Luxurious Hotels & Spas", and is one of the top 100 hotels in the world among Travel + Leisure readers.
Visit our sister property, Weekapaug Inn.Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn have once again earned Five-Star recognition from the esteemed Forbes Travel Guide for 2026, and have been voted among the top hotels in the Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.1 Bluff Avenue
Jeffersonville, VT
Sterling Ridge Resort
Resort’s stunning venues, cozy honeymoon cabins make it perfect for small weddings
Celebrate your love in a meaningful and intimate setting at Sterling Ridge Resort. Nestled among Vermont's mountains, our small wedding and elopement packages are designed for couples who want to focus on what matters most—time together with their closest family and friends. Our elopement package includes essentials like an officiant, flowers, and a wedding cake, making planning simple and stress-free. For gatherings of 15 guests or fewer, unique homes such as the A-Frame on the Ridge and The Roost provide a beautiful and private backdrop for your celebration. Extend the experience with a relaxing getaway, mountain views, spa treatments, and cozy accommodations, creating memories that last long after your wedding day.155 Sterling Ridge Drive 802-644-8265
Lexington, MA
Inn at Hastings Park
Smaller weddings have an elegant, intimate feel at this much-honored Lexington inn
Elegant and intimate, the Inn at Hastings Park promises wedding couples the most romantic venues for smaller gatherings. Coupled with the most detail-oriented planning services and the most delectable reception menus, your celebration is ensured to be a big success. Ceremony spaces include a sweeping side lawn edged with trees or the front steps of the magnificent Relais & Chateaux Inn. Reception venues include the Inn’s scenic wraparound porch, the exquisite Culinary Garden, the chic Artistry or Gallery Room and, from November to April, the magical INNgloo Wonderland featuring four glittering igloos with six-person capacities. Work with the experienced culinary staff to customize your menu. The Inn also offers a micro wedding package for up to 30 guests, featuring accommodations, bouquet and boutonniere, wedding cake, photo session and ceremony, cocktail hour and reception spaces.The Inn at Hastings Park is an award-winning luxury hotel, recognized in Condé Nast Traveler's 2025 Readers' Choice Awards, honored with a MICHELIN One Key for the second consecutive year, and consistently rated Forbes Four-Star and AAA Four-Diamond. In 2026, it was named USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Award Winner for Best Boutique Hotel.2027 Massachusetts Avenue 781-301-6660
Dummerston, VT
Scott Farm
Cozy, romantic venues make this scenic farm ideal location for smaller weddings
If you are seeking the ideal Vermont location for your smaller wedding, perhaps with a cozy cabin perfect for your honeymoon, then Scott Farm has what you are looking for. Ceremonies for up to 20 people can be held at the tranquil, picturesque Dutton Farmhouse, followed by al fresco dining under a tent. The booking includes two nights in the farmhouse for up to eight guests. It’s a great place for the family while the wedding couple stays in the cozy, romantic Sugarhouse, a rustic cabin at the edge of a stand of sugar maples, close to hiking, biking and skiing. Order a local treat basket for the next morning, filled with all the fresh fixings for your first breakfast as a married couple.707 Kipling Road 802-490-2865
Manchester Village, VT
Reluctant Panther Inn & Restaurant
Romantic and welcoming, boutique inn is idyllic location for intimate weddings
Romantic, charming, welcoming: If that is the atmosphere you are seeking for your smaller wedding, you will find it at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant, nestled in the heart of Manchester Village. The experienced staff will help you arrange your special ceremony in a sweet garden. Enjoy a small cocktail gathering on the terrace, with Mt. Equinox in the distance, then intimate dining in the award-winning restaurant’s private rooms. Ask about the inn’s Elopement Package, which includes overnight lodging, ceremony venue, justice of the peace, bouquets and/or boutonnieres, dinner in the restaurant and sparkling wine and truffles in your room. Overnight guests will enjoy staying in the elegant inn, where all 20 rooms and suites have fireplaces, marble baths and luxurious linens.39 West Road 802-362-2568
Rowley, MA
Briar Barn Inn
Charming inn goes big on preparations for your smaller wedding celebration
The charming, elegant Briar Barn Inn is proud to host small, more intimate weddings on its lovely property across from the town common in historic Rowley, MA. Celebrations for 12 to 100 guests can be hosted in the main dining room and smaller dining rooms in the spectacular post-and-beam barn with its rustic farm tables, hardwood floors, exposed beams and double-ring black industrial chandeliers. At the Bramble House, the first floor has vaulted ceilings and a fireplace; the second floor has a balcony. Then there’s the Burrow, a small private dining room with access to the terrace and its views of the landscaped lawns. An experienced and dedicated events team will help make your day stress-free, and the renowned culinary team will ensure everyone talks about the unforgettable food.101 Main Street 978-653-5323
North Woodstock, NH
Woodstock Inn Brewery
Smaller weddings treated like the big events they are at this White Mountains inn
Celebrate your nuptials in White Mountains, NH style at the Woodstock Inn Brewery, where smaller, more intimate weddings are treated as the big events they truly are. Exchange your vows in a garden in full bloom, by a brook or stream or in a warm, inviting inside location. Enjoy a cozy dinner with friends and family prepared by a culinary team that has helped make the inn restaurant a perennial number-one choice in the White Mountains area. Choosing the celebrated country inn for your wedding means you can have everything from your rehearsal dinner to your fun after-party in one place: No one has to leave early! Overnight guests will love their spacious, distinctly decorated accommodations. Many rooms have gas fireplaces; some have whirlpool tubs.135 Main Street 603-745-3951
Deerfield, MA
Deerfield Inn
Smaller weddings are something special at this historic inn set in a classic New England village
A cozy, elegant inn in the heart of a classic New England village is the perfect spot for your smaller wedding. At the historic Deerfield Inn, you can say your “I do’s” in the charming Beehive Parlor or on the terrace. Your guests can move outside, through French doors, to a patio and tent on the landscaped lawn. This light and happy space has its own bar and a fireplace. Smaller receptions can be held in Champney’s restaurant and tavern, with its fireplace, gleaming chandeliers and four large sunny embrasures. Dining options include bountiful buffets and more formal sit-down affairs as well as passed hors d’oeuvres and stations featuring everything from wings to quesadillas. The inn also offers an exquisite elopement package.81 Old Main Street 413-774-5587
Westbrook, CT
Westbrook Inn B&B
Charming inn makes for an idyllic location for smaller, memorable weddings, elopements
Some places are made for intimate weddings, and the exquisite Westbrook Inn Bed and Breakfast is just such a place. On the banks of the historic Pathogen River, the timeless boutique inn, built by a sea captain in 1876 for his daughter and her new husband, offers couples several romantic ceremony and reception sites, including a rustic arbor overlooking the river, a Victorian gazebo and a garden room with a fieldstone fireplace. Many all-inclusive package options include everything from elegant afternoon teas to seated dinners and cocktail hour-style parties. Special packages for elopements (for just the two of you or for up to 12 guests) include a ceremony, bouquet, wedding cake and other amenities to make your small gathering a huge success.Check out our sister property, The Captain Stannard.976 Boston Post Road 860-399-4777
South Casco, ME
Migis Lodge on Sebago Lake
Picturesque and given special treatment, smaller ceremonies are one-of-a-kind at lake resort
Under the pines, on a dock with the lake and mountains as a backdrop, by the beach or by a crackling fire: Smaller wedding ceremonies are scenic and special at Migis Lodge on Sebago Lake. After your “I do’s,” enjoy cocktails and passed hors d’oeuvres with your guests, then dine and dance into the evening in the rustic-luxe Main Lodge. End your festivities around a bonfire on the front terrace. The excellent catering staff can provide buffets, family-style dinners or plated dinners, all fresh, local and creatively presented. Staff will work with couples to customize their big day, and you’ll have exclusive use of the property. Overnight guests will be offered special bed-and-breakfast rates, staying in comfortable cottages or lake-view rooms in the Main Lodge, all with fireplaces.
Click here to see more Migis Hotel Group properties.30 Migis Lodge Road 207-655-4524
Cape Neddick, ME
Cliff House
Smaller weddings are a big deal for the culinary, planning staffs at this scenic ocean resort
Small weddings are not given minor treatment at the Cliff House, one of New England’s most captivating waterfront destinations. To the contrary! Experienced culinary and wedding specialists will work with you to ensure your dream of a perfect wedding ceremony and reception comes true. The North Point Lawn is a spectacular setting for ceremonies, the Atlantic in the background, the sound of waves crashing on the shore below. Have your cocktail party, or cocktail reception, on a gorgeous terrace or patio. Or, for unforgettable receptions of 75 to 150 guests, there’s the magnificent Atlantic Ballroom with stunning ocean views from the double-height panoramic windows. The Spa at Cliff House can pamper your wedding party with mani/pedis, and day-of hair and makeup sessions.Cliff House has been voted one of the Top 20 Resorts in New England in the 2025 Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.591 Shore Road 207-361-1000
Lincoln, NH
RiverWalk Resort at Loon
Celebrate your intimate vineyard wedding amidst the captivating White Mountains
RiverWalk Resort at Loon Mountain, in collaboration with Seven Birches Winery, provides the ideal backdrop for an exclusive celebration. Our dedicated wedding experts and culinary professionals are on hand to tailor every detail, coordinating everything from photographers to floral arrangements, ensuring your day unfolds just as you've envisioned. Indulge in our luxurious suites that offer mesmerizing views from private balconies, making it a splendid stay for both the newlyweds and their guests. Elevate the experience with a couple’s massage or explore bridal spa and skincare treatments at our Solstice North Day Spa. Additionally, we have unique mid-week elopement and micro wedding packages for those seeking a more intimate affair.
Host your next event with us! Our classically elegant Grand Ballroom is the newest event facility in New England. This beautiful room with stunning views is 5500 sq. ft. of space and seating up to 400. It's the perfect location for weddings, corporate events and more.22 South Mountain Drive 603-745-7525
Moultonborough, NH
Castle in The Clouds
Several spectacular venues with big, panoramic views for smaller weddings
Couples planning an intimate wedding have several spectacular locations to choose from at Castle in the Clouds, surrounded by Lake Winnipesaukee and sweeping mountains. Proclaim your love on the oval lawn outside the gorgeous 1913-1914 Lucknow Mansion, with gardens and stanchions spilling over with flowers. Embrace the romantic ambiance of exchanging your vows in a meadow by Shannon Pond, with a tented option available. Have a cocktail party on the Carriage House Terrace with sweeping vistas, then a reception in the Carriage House Restaurant located on the first floor of the estate’s charming Carriage House. Choose from several packages designed to make planning stress free and work with our Wedding Coordinator to transform your dreams into cherished memories that will last a lifetime at Castle in the Clouds, part of the National Historic Landmark Lucknow Estate.455 Old Mountain Road 603-476-5900
Westbrook, CT
Captain Stannard
A Thoughtfully Designed Setting for Your Close-Knit Celebration
The Captain Stannard Inn in Westbrook, CT is ideal for small, intimate weddings that feel personal and relaxed. This beautiful inn offers exclusive-use packages that let couples host their entire celebration on-site—from ceremony to overnight accommodations for your guests. Exchange vows on the expansive lawn or celebrate by the fireplace in the common room. Ten uniquely designed guest rooms feature plush robes, luxury linens, and upscale bath amenities. The beach is just a block away, and the inn provides complimentary beach chairs, umbrellas, and gear. With customizable meals, activity coordination – from yoga sessions to high tea and wine tastings – and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s the perfect setting for a meaningful and memorable small wedding.
Check out our sister property, Westbrook Inn Bed and Breakfast.138 South Main Street 860-399-4777
Westerly, RI
Weekapaug Inn
An Exquisite Setting for Your Perfect ‘I Do’
Weekapaug Inn offers beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces for small wedding ceremonies and receptions, in addition to lovely options for intimate gatherings and family celebrations. The Inn’s many venues include a private dining room ideal for groups of 12 people, a poolside venue for up to 50 people, a ballroom with unobstructed views of Quonochontaug Pond and Block Island South for up to 60 people, and more. You and your guests will indulge in incredible food and beverages, and can enjoy yard games, fireworks, champagne towers, and so many more custom offerings. Weekapaug Inn’s wedding experts will tend to your every need and help make your wedding at Weekapaug Inn a dream come true.
Visit our sister property, Ocean House Resort.Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn have once again earned Five-Star recognition from the esteemed Forbes Travel Guide for 2026, and have been voted among the top hotels in the Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.25 Spray Rock Road 877-394-8902
Shelburne Falls, MA
Shelburne Springs
The Perfect Setting for a Personal Celebration
For couples who want their wedding to feel personal, unhurried, and truly their own, Shelburne Springs offers an intimate and elegant setting in the heart of Western Massachusetts. This beautifully restored inn hosts small weddings of up to 50 guests across 38 private acres of gardens, meadows, and trails — perfect for ceremonies, photos, and quiet moments together. Gather around a grand stone fireplace, toast on a sun-filled porch, or celebrate under the stars on a stone patio with fire pits and sweeping views. With all seven designer suites available for overnight stays and flexible catering options, Shelburne Springs is built for a wedding that's entirely yours.904 Mohawk Trail, 413-512-1454
Gloucester, MA
Hammond Castle Museum
Your Closest People, the Most Stunning Setting
A repeated Best of North Shore Weddings winner, Hammond Castle Museum offers several intimate wedding options perfectly suited to couples who want something personal and memorable. Elopments are only $1,000, The Micro Wedding accommodates up to 10 guests for a one-hour ceremony with exclusive access to the Great Hall, Courtyard, ocean-facing lawn, and gardens, and is only $1,750. The Petite Wedding hosts up to 20 guests for a two-hour celebration and is only $3,000. Elopements are also available for just the two of you and your officiant and photographer, and is only $1,000. All intimate events take place after museum hours in a setting as timeless as your love.80 Hesperus Avenue 978-283-2080
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