Imagine your favorite day. Those you love surround you with warmth, and the unforgettable feel of being home. The food that’s shared over big tables and the sound of conversations that tumble into laughter. A day of sea salt breezes and sun-warmed skin that dips into an evening of campfires and clambakes.
Our best memories are often the most simple—the act of being encircled by our favorite people in our favorite places. Why plan a wedding that’s any different?
If you're longing for an intimate wedding, elopement, micro-wedding or minimony in Maine, these are some my favourite venues perfect for your small Maine wedding. These venues offer an incredible mix of romantic atmosphere, scenic photo backdrops and delicious food for a truly one-of-a -kind event.
From the coziest spots to the best food, take a look!
Aragosta at Goose Cove: Deer Isle, ME
Imagine saying I-Do on a foggy coastal day in a glass house over looking the rocky Maine coastline, or a gourmet candle-lit dinner with your favorite people to celebrate your vows on the rocks below. Dance your first dance under a stars above and a romantic set of string lights before cuddling up by a cozy fire. This is a dream elopement or minimony setting.
On the Covered Porch of your Vacation Rental
This one is more of an idea than an actual location but imagine renting a beautiful antique cottage with a covered porch overlooking the ocean. A few rental tables and string lights can transform it into a magical venue for a small wedding party. Additionally, a private dock will put your guests right up close and personal with the maine coastline.
Vesper Hill Children's Chapel- Rockport Maine
The Vesper Hill Children's Chapel is an outdoor chapel with formal gardens located between Rockport’s busy harbor and the fields of Aldermere Farms. Vesper Hill Children’s Chapel is a non-denominational outdoor chapel. The chapel can seat 50 people and is a breathtaking spot to say your vows. Quiet location yet close to the beauty of Camden for additional photo ops!
Quiet Venue
Close to Camden for Dining & Photos
Covered in case of rain
Every detail at hidden pond has been carefully planned and executed. Its a venue that takes your breath away; its entirely romantic without pretense. Imagine having a small gathering around the well worn wood table of the potter's shed or the artists shed. Perfection. Multiple private dining options for anywhere from 2-20 guests with additional outdoor tented and garden options. If the setting wasn't enough, wait until you taste the food. An incredible gourmet meal that will knock your socks off. This is the perfect venue if you want an evening you'll never forget.
Luxurious accommodations on-site.
Outdoor wooded wedding site
Indoor private dining
Beautiful photo backdrops everywhere you look
Romantic atmosphere
Close to the coast yet hidden away in a lovely wooded setting. Arrowhead caters to smaller sized weddings offering you beautifully landscaped grounds and delicious food.
Hosting Events from 5-200 (inside up to 30 guests)
Wedding suite
Speak easy style bar & lounge
Modern bathrooms
In house catering
In house bar full service
4 Acre micro farm and perennial gardens
Heritage apple orchard
Flat lawn for variety of tents
Close to incredible waterfront locations for photos!
If one of a kind views and luxury accommodations sound exactly like what you're looking for, then look no further than the stunning Viewpoint Hotel. Close to the boarder, this venue is easy to get to from neighbouring New England states. Enjoy a quiet ceremony overlooking the rocky coast and York's gorgeous Nubble Light on a private patio set away from all the hustle and bustle of the tourist spots. Opt for a candle-lit private meal at any number of nearby restaurants. These folk chose the 5-Star White Barn Inn for their meal.
Foodies, this one's for you! Another unforgettable private dining experience.
Close to the ocean and scenic photo spots yet privately tucked away on private land for a quiet, personalised experience. The food is delicious and widely acclaimed and the small wedding barn is perfect for an intimate evening!
Bailey Island Library: Bailey Island, Maine.
Bailey Island is an incredibly scenic spot loaded with history, new England charm, and lobster boats. This small venue is just adorable and overlooks the incredible mackerel cove- a perfect ceremony location. Nearby Giant Staircase for incredible photos on the rocky coastline.
King Hill Inn, South Paris Maine
The rolling quiet pasture setting at King Hill Inn in South Paris Maine is so picturesque. This historic property dates back to 1795 and features stunning gardens and forest along with four distinctive ceremony sites including a forest, tiny chapel, and apple tree location.
The Lodge on the Cove, Kennebunkport, Maine
Want a venue close to everything with a bit of pizzaz and color? Consider this unlikely venue. Small weddings are big deals at The Lodge on the Cove, nestled on a wooded cove in Kennebunkport. Say your “I do’s” on a knoll overlooking an ocean-fed tidal cove, surrounded by soft sea breezes. Dine cocktail- or banquet-style with friends and family in the lodge, poolside restaurant, bar or clubhouse, with water views. Whether you opt for passed hors d’oeuvres, stationary displays or a small lobster bake, your special day will receive special attention from the experienced staff. Make your intimate gathering a weekend affair: The hotel’s 30 rooms are spacious, some with cove views. There are lawn games, clubhouse movies, bonfires with s’mores and other activities. And it’s a short stroll to bustling Dock Square with its restaurants, boutiques and galleries
Stonehouse Manor is a Nationally Registered Historic Seacoast Cottage offering a unique ocean and country retreat in historic Popham Beach, Maine. Offering year-round serenity in a private, peaceful setting. Centrally located between Boston and Acadia National Park on the secluded shores of Silver Lake. Watch the seals in the Kennebec River and walk around the white sand beaches to the mouth of the Atlantic Ocean. Onsite lodging, sprawling grounds and close to the ocean and beaches for incredible portraits.
This Maine wedding venue was originally established in 1750 in the picturesque White Mountains of Maine as a working farm. Hardy Farm remained in the same family for ten generations before becoming a wedding venue. Guests at Hardy Farm enjoy the beautiful rural New England setting with convenient proximity to North Conway, NH, and the Mt. Washington Valley, which provides countless outdoor activities year-round. Their combined properties can accommodate up to 32 people for an overnight or weekend stay. The property has all the amenities and features you need for your fairytale wedding including a rustic and elegant wedding barn, sailcloth tent, beautiful gardens, a woodland chapel and more. All the amenities of a large wedding for your intimate gathering.
The Artists Bridge In Bethel, Maine
The covered bridge in Bethel Maine is a wonderfully unique spot to hold your wedding. You can hold both the ceremony and reception under the bridge allowing for both an outdoor wedding even if the weather doesn't cooperate.
On a boat
Spend a few incredible hours aboard a ship in Camden Harbor before a quiet dinner at one of Camden's best restaurants! A leisurely day sure to delight all of your guests. Perfect as a destination wedding event.
The Bitter End, Wells Maine
Got a laid back, fun-loving crew who enjoys a delicious cocktail and a few laughs? Get married on the beach and then head to the Bitter End for a casual evening and fun atmosphere. New to Wells, this restaurant is already creating a lot of buzz around their delicious menu. They have a whimsical patio with bar that can accommodate 20-50 people including the use of the bar. The great part about this venue is the abundance of nearby lodging and activities for your guests.
The Porcupine Room at the Bar Harbor Inn
The Bar Harbor Inn is the perfect spot for your Downeast nuptuals.
Offering a gorgeous waterfront ceremony location, beautiful gardens and landscaping, and a quiet reception room with stunning views! Idea if you're hoping to keep a bit of a tradition and a luxurious feel for a small group!
Bring your photographer for a pre-wedding photoshoot in Acadia National Park just like Kari and Doug did.
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Maynards in Moosehead, Maine and Tomhegan of Moosehead, Maine
You get a two-fer here because I'm obsessed with Moosehead. It's one of my absolute favorite places in Maine. Both rustic venues offer options for small weddings that would be absolutely marvelous for a couple who loves the wildness.
Big Moose Inn, Millinocket, Maine
Love going 'upta camp? Want your wedding to be a real get-away so you can unplug and get closer to nature? Take an adventure to Northern Maine and experience all the warmth, relaxation and beauty of visiting your favorite rustic Maine camp with plenty of room for the guests and on-site service! Several locations on the property to host your intimate wedding gathering, there is really no more picturesque venue in the state of Maine.
Scotland Fields- York Maine
If you want a high-end, luxurious feel to your intimate wedding, Scotland Fields may be just the spot for you. With a rustic, farmhouse-style elegance that looks straight out of a catalog and a stunning marshland view- you won't find a cozy venue especially if you dream of a fall or winter celebration!>
Wooster Farm, North Haven, Maine
This antique, island home has hosted many elegant affairs on its oceanfront grounds. If you have fond memories of Maine's old-fashioned past or are just longing for an authentic New England feel for your special day, it won't get more magical than this estate.
You've got the venue picked out, now onto the guest list:
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