garden wedding – greenupside

Are you looking for an incredibly gorgeous garden wedding venue in Massachusetts – but aren’t sure where to find it? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Here at GreenUpside, we’ve done a great deal of meticulous research to bring you this compilation of our absolute favorite garden wedding venues in Massachusetts. Each of these 7 venues are special for their own reasons. For some, it’s their history, for others, it their sophistication or their rustic charm. One thing these venues all have in common, though, is their unbelievably beautiful, well-appointed gardens and landscapes! I simply cannot wait any longer to share these findings with you. So, without further ado, let’s get into it! 7 Gorgeous Garden Wedding Venues in Massachusetts: Coachmen’s LodgeMoraine FarmSaphire EstateIndependence HarborWillowdale EstateQuonquont FarmFive Bridge Inn Keep in mind, these venues are not in any particular order. Dress to impress for your big day. I would award each of these venues with 5 stars, so I would truly recommend any on this list. I do, however, think some of these may be a better fit than others depending on what features are most important to You and your bride-or-groom-to-be. So, let’s begin by talking about the best parts of each venue. Then, at the end, we can go over some of the specs (I’ll include a chart for all you analytical decision-makers…I promise). First venue on the list: Coachmen’s Lodge 273 Wrentham Road Bellingham, MA 02019 Coachmen’s Lodge is a stunning, 3-acre pondfront venue with bright, colorful gardens. The romantic outdoor ambience includes a sophisticated waterfront pergola-style arbor as well as an additional patio ceremony area complete with a bright white pergola and a charming water feature. Gorgeous brick and meticulous stonework truly elevate this venue’s historic charm. Vows by the water - it doesn't get more romantic than that! One of the two main indoor event spaces includes magnificent wood floors/ceilings with floor-to-ceiling windows that show off the beautiful garden grounds. of this one-of-a-kind venue. The other main reception room includes tasteful lighting and a cozy vintage vibe. With a capacity for up to 200 guests, there will be plenty of space for you and your loved ones to dance and celebrate the new, happily married couple (that’s you)! So, come for the perfectly-appointed gardens. & Stay for the highly-rated food and the elegant indoor reception spaces. Oh, and don’t forget to take in the familiar, nostalgic feeling that comes over you when you visit this historic property. You simply cannot go wrong with a wedding at Coachmen’s Lodge! Moraine Farm 719 Cabot Street Beverly, MA 01915 Okay, this place is huge. & I mean HUGE. Overlooking Wenham Lake, Moraine Farm is a glorious wedding venue sitting on 175 acres of unprecedented natural beauty. If you’re looking to feel one with nature (and your SO, of course) – then look no further. This countryside venue is truly a breath of fresh air. (No, literally, it’s surrounded by alpine forests and crisp, clean air.) Nature calls when your venue has plenty of acreage. The vast grounds of this awe-inducing estate includes a larger-than-life stretch of lush green lawn, an elegant Tea House, a serene brick patio overlooking the lake, and artful stone walls. In addition to the abundance of incredible plants, trees, and flowers, the landscapes are made complete by artful stone walls and an ivy-covered stone bridge – perfect for photos! I know I’ve already mentioned that this place is huge, but with the ability to accommodate up to 350 guests, this place is Amazing, to boot! Many reviews for this venue rave about the unprecented, top-notch service as well as the absolutely delicious, locally-sourced food from Fireside Catering! Best of all, though, is the sophisticated, white reception tent perfect for outdoor garden weddings that truly stay outdoors – regardless of whether it rains (in spring, summer, and even fall)! Saphire Estate 164 Massapoag Ave Sharon, MA 02067 Overlooking Lake Massapoag, Saphire Estate is a large and lavish garden venue with a stunning white manor and grounds that appear as though they’ve been taken straight from a storybook. The unobstructed views of the glimmering lake, perfectly-appointed gardens, and pristine wooded areas make this place truly unforgettable. Your rings should shine as bright as your venue. Spectacular photo opportunities await – whether front of one of the elegant outdoor water fountains, in the alpine woods surrounding the lake, on Lake Massapoag’s sandy border, or inside the luxuriously decorated ballroom. Saphire Estate has a special cocktail reception area with a grand fireplace, glistening chandeliers, and a cocktail bar that looks sparkling and new. As a matter of fact, just about every inch of this place looks sparkling and new, so don’t forget to take in the beauty of this place’s grand masonwork. It’s obvious that those who run this family-owned estate are passionate about providing top-notch service – and with the number of married couples raving about their experiences and Saphire Estate’s next-level professionalism – I’d say the passion shows! If this place sounds too good to be true, you’ll just have to see it for yourself! Independence Harbor 10 Narrows Road Assonet, MA 02702 Where to begin with this breathtaking venue? Let’s start with our favorite part: the landscape! This private estate stretches out over 20 gorgeous acres with views that are nothing short of magical. Whether you’re staring out at the vast green lawns, the seemingly endless display of colorful flowers, or the tranquil view of the Assonet River, this place is truly a sight to be seen. Love is like a river - it's ever-flowing! I should probably emphasize the beauty of these landscapes a bit further (because this venue surely warrants the added emphasis.) While each and every venue has something that makes it special (and therefore, I recommend looking at each of these venues)… You’re not going to find an outdoor oasis quite like this anywhere else. Also, with a property this large, you can rest assured that there will be plenty of room for your guests to spread out and make themselves comfortable (up to 250 guests, to be exact)! In addition to outdoor landscapes straight out of a magazine, this property includes cozy indoor accomodations complete with a bright and uplifting ambience, warm lighting, charming hardwood accents, and stone masonry. So whether you’re cozying up by the fire, relaxing on the attractive and spacious patio deck, or showing off your best moves on the dance floor – Independence Harbor will be sure to fit the bill! Willowdale Estate 24 Asbury Street Topsfield, MA 01983 Wow. What a place. History buffs, this is your place. Located in the lovely Topsfield, Massachusetts, Willowdale Estate is known for it’s rich history, perfect location, understated (but expectation-exceeding) old-time elegance, and top tier services. From all-inclusive wedding packages to wedding planning services, this place seriously has it all! A vintage venue calls for a vintage dress. The Willowdale Estate boasts a Craftsman and Tudor Revival Stone Mansion inspired by the mansions and castles of Aberdeen in Scotland. Not only is this place crawling with rich history and elegance – but also lavish landscapes and old rustic charm. Willowdale Estate can comfortably accommodate up to 240 guests. So, whether your guests are in front of the blossoming trees near the patio, inside the beautiful glass conservatory, inside the gorgeous indoor reception space, or beneath the dreamy white outdoor reception tent, you can relax with the confidence that you and your guests will have a wonderful time celebrating your special day! Oh, did I mention this venue is a pet-friendly environment? Well, it is. So if you want Fido to be a part of your big day (and why wouldn’t you?!) – this is a wonderful option for you. You won’t be able to fully appreciate how truly remarkable this place is until you see it for yourself. So, I highly recommend you take a look! Quonquont Farm 9 North Street Whately, MA 01093 Quonquont Farm is an absolutely exceptional 200-acre farm (and of course – garden) wedding venue in Whately, Massachusetts. The grounds boast sweet, delicious apple and peach orchards, lovely blueberry patches, sprawling flower fields and meadows, and ponds surrounded by forest land. Enjoy your big day with the apple of your eye. Oh, and of course – a generous stretch of lush green pastures. This venue is truly one-of-a-kind for an outdoor New England wedding ceremony. You can enjoy delectable cocktails on the gorgeous flagstone patio, relax in the Adirondack chairs, or take photos in the orchards while you harvest some delicious fruit for you and your special someone. The open-concept 5,000 square foot reception space is a restored rustic barn with a charming, painted-red exterior and a warm, romantic wooden interior. The barn can comfortably seat 200 guests and includes a full bar, catering kitchen and sparkling clean bathrooms (not to mention: climate control – making this venue even more of a diamond in the rough)! Quonquont Farm is simply a sight to be seen and a dream wedding to be had. Bring your own vintage vehicle for a great photo op! Five Bridge Inn 152 Pine Street Rehoboth, MA 02769 Five Bridge is a lavish, remote, 80-acre estate in Rehoboth, Massachusetts. Surrounded by pastures, bogs, woodlands and miles of trails – this place is a nature-lover’s dream come true. From the near-endless options for your ceremony location, to the several covered cocktail and reception spaces – this place is truly divine and certain to impress. Despite all my nature-talk, this place has every luxurious amenity you could ask for. The property includes an extraordinary, well-decorated B&B manor, a nearly-new rustic wedding barn, and an (also new) outdoor reception tent. Well-manicured lawns and landscapes? Check. Outdoor pizza oven? Check. Fire pit? Check. Covered after-party space? Check-Check. Alpacas?! (Along with many other sweet, adorable animals!) Check! Five Bridge Inn boasts multiple alpacas! This place even has an inground pool. (Yes, I’m serious.) Did I mention that every single one of these features is beautiful and well-maintained? I’m telling you, there’s something magic about this place. Five Bridge has all the farm vibes – yet, also all the upscale elegance – that you could ask for. You have no idea how much this place has to offer until you visit this heaven on earth for yourself. Love is in the air - this alpaca can smell it! Conclusion So, now that we’ve talked a bit about each of my 7 favorite Garden Wedding Venues in Massachusetts, let’s look over some of the specs for each of them (as promised). VenueGuestCount(Min/Max)AreaInAcresWaterFront?LodgingOnSite?GetReadyRooms?Coachmen'sLodge(Small PetsOutdoors OK)None2003YNYMoraineFarm(Pets OK)50350175YNYSaphireEstate(PetsOutdoors OK)None230NAYNYIndependenceHarbor(No Pets)10025020YNYWillowdaleEstate(Pets OK)80240720+YNYQuonquontFarm(Pets OK)None200200NNYFiveBridgeInn(Pets OK)3030080N(pool)YYThis table gives information about pet policies, guest counts, area, and other information on Massachusetts Garden Wedding Venues. The table below gives contact information for each of our choices for the top garden wedding venues in Massachusetts. (You can also download the table as a PDF on this page). VenueName &AddressContactInfoCoachmen's Lodge273 Wrentham RoadBellingham, MA 02019(508) 883-9888https://www.coachmenslodge.com/Moraine Farm719 Cabot StreetBeverly, MA 01915(781) 221-4811info@estateatmorainefarm.comhttps://www.estateatmorainefarm.com/Saphire Estate164 Massapoag AvenueSharon, MA 02067(781) 784-2400info@saphireeventgroup.comhttps://www.saphireeventgroup.comIndependence Harbor10 Narrows RoadAssonet, MA 02702(508) 644-2225info@ihweddings.comhttps://www.ihweddings.comWillowdale Estate24 Asbury StreetTopsfield, MA 01983(978) 887-8211info@willowdaleestate.comhttps://www.willowdaleestate.comQuonquont Farm9 North StreetWhately, MA 01093(413) 588-2028events@quonquont.comhttps://www.quonquont.comFive Bridge Inn152 Pine StreetRehoboth, MA 02769(508) 252-3190fivebridgeinn@comcast.nethttps://www.fivebridgeinn.com/This table gives contact information for each of our choices for the top garden wedding venues in Massachusetts. You might also want to read this article on how to plan a garden wedding (on a budget). You might also be interested in reading this article about 6 commonly asked garden wedding questions or this article on common concerns about backyard garden weddings. If you’re looking to rent garden space for a wedding, you can learn about how to rent garden space here. If you need some wedding gift ideas, check out this article on wedding gifts for gardeners. If you like the idea of a greenhouse for your home garden wedding, check out pricing for modular greenhouses on NW Greenhouses. I hope you found this article helpful. If so, please share it with someone who can use the information. If you want to read some of GreenUpSide’s popular posts, check out the “Best of GreenUpSide” page here. Enjoy! I hope you enjoyed this guest post by LMadGz!