23 Idyllic New England Venues with Rustic Charm
With its magnificent coastlines, classic red barns, sprawling pastures, and lushly forested vistas, New England offers the ideal backdrop for your rustic wedding. We’ve pulled together a spectacular selection of working farms, cozy B&Bs, woodsy retreats, and verdant vineyards that give you the chance to exchange vows in a setting that embodies the very best of New England’s natural beauty.
MAINE
MAINE
Beech Hill Barn
Pittston, ME
Fab Features: dreamy rural setting for wedding weekends • ceremonies in the lovely Oak Grove with mountain views, followed by cocktail hour on the Stone Patio • receptions under a tent in the expansive East Field or in the modern post and beam Beech Hill Barn
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $$ • $$$
Cunningham Farm Events
New Gloucester, ME
Fab Features: historic estate with modern-day amenities • the 90-scenic acres are enhanced by 3 event barns, a farmhouse, a pond, a river, and a tree farm • the versatile spaces can host large celebrations or intimate gatherings
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
River Winds Farm & Estate
Saco, ME
Fab Features: family-owned and operated scenic horse farm • variety of event spaces from the antique Austin House to the Man Cave to the rustic Barn • the expansive lawns, gardens, and pond provide the idyllic backdrop for an outdoor ceremony or reception • several wedding packages available to choose from
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Garden Gate at Haley Farm
Sebago, ME
Fab Features: restored New England barn and farm • receptions in the barn with an adjoining deck that looks out over the forest • tented celebrations on the lawn and cocktails around the fire pit
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
MASSACHUSETTS
MASSACHUSETTS
The Great Barn
Berlin, MA
Fab Features: 1731 homestead and historic landmark reimagined with a sophisticated aesthetic • welcome guests in the Old Back House, with its dramatic mural and handpainted fireplace mantle, before exchanging vows on the bucolic lawn • dine and dancing in the Great Barn itself, beautifully preserved with copper patina wood, Parisian chandeliers, and cool architectural "marriage marks" on the lofty beams
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Salem Cross Inn
West Brookfield, MA
Fab Features: al fresco ceremonies in a white gazebo set amid 600 acres of rolling meadows • banquet rooms boast rustic charm, with dark wood beams, stone fireplaces, and country-chic décor • dedicated in-house catering team includes an exceptional cake baker for a memorable finale to your reception!
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Willowbend
Mashpee, Massachusetts
Fab Features: idyllic Cape Cod club • the grounds boast cranberry bogs, classic New England barns, and a verdant 27-hole golf course flanked by Shoestring Bay and the Atlantic Ocean • exchange vows next to a sparkling pond, then enjoy cocktails on the two-level stone patio
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Grove at Briar Barn Inn
Rowley, MA
Fab Features: exquisite rural retreat with modern farmhouse flair • ceremonies on the lovely garden terrace surrounded by flowering plants precede receptions in the airy event barn • plush accommodations and the area's best on-site spa set among beautifully landscaped grounds and winding paths
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Smolak Farms
North Andover, MA
Fab Features: beautiful working farm framed by an heirloom apple orchard, peaceful pond, and hundreds of flowering plants • al fresco ceremonies held under a pretty white arbor • receptions in the antique barn or under a peaked tent nestled in a pine grove
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Sailing Camp Park
Oak Bluffs, MA
Fab Features: bluff-top park overlooking Lagoon Pond and the outer Vineyard Haven Harbor • 15 wooded acres include sweet, shady ceremony groves with sparkling water views • rustic-chic indoor facility boasts timbered vault ceilings and a fieldstone fireplace
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
VERMONT
VERMONT
Riverledge Farm
Grafton, VT
Fab Features: exquisite 19th-century farm nestled on 300 acres in the lush Green Mountains • say "I do" in the original stone-walled backyard encircled by dreamy views of landscaped timberland and mountainside meadows • dine and dance in the vintage barn, then toast s'mores around the fire
Catering: In-house, Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Vermont Swiss and Bloom Farm
Enosburg, VT
Fab Features: stunning private estate on 156 pristine acres nestled beside Mount Mansfield • gorgeous 1850s timber-framed reception barn blends historic details (like a 19th-century churn-turned-cocktail bar) and modern amenities • overnight lodging for up to 17 guests in the cozy historic Farmhouse
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Whaleback Vineyard
Poultney, VT
Fab Features: scenic vineyard nestled between the Green Mountains and the waters of Lake St. Catherine • landmark 1800s red barn set among lush greenery, verdant lawns, and impeccable forests • weekend-long rentals allow for plenty of time to personalize and DIY
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
The Barn at Boyden Farm
Cambridge, VT
Fab Features: lush 54-acre quintessentially Vermont farm, family-owned for over a century • charming post-and-beam ceremony pavilion overlooks sweeping pastures • celebrate the bounty of the Green Mountain state with dinner in the wonderful red barn, with its cathedral ceiling strung with market lights
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $
River Road Farm
Manchester, VT
Fab Features: breathtaking retreat for weekend-long weddings nestled in the Battenkill River Valley • 100-year-old reception barn with soaring ceilings, bistro lights, and rustic-glam wagon wheel chandeliers • plush overnight lodging (plus a pool!) for up to 22 guests
Catering: In-house, Preferred listPrice: $$ • $$$
Turning Stone Farm
Greensboro, VT
Fab Features: classic red barn set among rolling acres of hills and pastures • post-and-beam barn with a soaring, open-rafter cathedral ceiling and topped with two elegant cupolas • al fresco options on the lush grounds or under a graceful tent boast stunning sunset views
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
RHODE ISLAND
RHODE ISLAND
Newport Vineyards
Middletown, RI
Fab Features: lovely family-run vineyard perched atop nearly 100 acres of preserved farmland • exchange vows overlooking vine-covered meadows, followed by dinner in the cozy Meadow Room with its reclaimed wood walls, bespoke chandeliers, and barn doors • catering menus include seasonal selections, locally sourced and made from scratch
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
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: $$
NEW HAMPSHIRE
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Allrose Farm
Greenfield, NH
Fab Features: exquisite and secluded venue in the gorgeous, woodsy Monadnock region • ceremonies in front of a sparkling pond, under shady sugar maples, or beneath the garden arch • historic reception barn outfitted with a two-story stone fireplace and elegant chandeliers
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $$
Bellevue Barn at Carlisle Place
Jefferson, NH
Fab Features: gorgeous venue surrounded by pristine wilderness and stunning White Mountains views • lawn ceremonies followed by cocktails on the Patio and glorious receptions in the two-story timber-framed barn • on-site glam and pampering at the Spa and Wellness Center
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $$ • $$$
CONNECTICUT
CONNECTICUT
The Salem Herbfarm
Salem, CT
Fab Features: charming, pastoral property that has been owned by the same family since 1915 • wonderful chestnut barn blends 19th-century details with modern amenities, like a plush dressing suite • dreamy, photo-worthy areas like lush gardens, well-preserved outbuildings, and adorable antique farm memorabilia
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $
Tamarack Lodge & Glamping Resort
Voluntown, CT
Fab Features: gorgeous retreat set on 28 forested acres abutting Beach Pond Lake • events in the rustic-chic lodge, under the al fresco bandstand, or rent out the entire estate • cozy vintage cabins, glamping tents, and RV and tent sites are available for overnight stays—and all include access to kayaks, boats, and canoes!
Catering: In-house, Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Bluebird Farm
Willington, CT
Fab Features: sweet, family-run farm on 40 lush acres • the historic wood barn is perfect for intimate events, while the lush, manicured gardens and lawns are ideal al fresco options • quaint upstairs loft offers a cozy honeymoon suite
Catering: BYOPrice: $
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