Welcome to Smith Farm Gardens Countryside Venue, a family-owned historic 15-acre estate located in East Haddam, CT. Step back in time to experience the grace and grandeur of an earlier era. Our charming New England property includes an 18th-century farmhouse with expansive green lawns, flower and vegetable gardens, an apple orchard, and walking trails among many other features, all providing the perfect backdrop for your dream wedding or special event.

The Salem Herbfarm Offers a delightfully unique venue in the heart of New England. For your wedding or special event, take advantage of our beautiful grounds and peaceful gardens for your enchanting ceremony and pictures. Our spacious lawns and gardens offer you and your guests ample opportunities for relaxing strolls and quiet conversation before venturing into our rustic, 1867 barn to enjoy an elegant dining experience. You and your guests will always remember the quiet conversations and romantic dancing as the sun sets over The Salem Herbfarm and your new life together begins.

Georgina’s Banquets is a locally owned and operated restaurant and banquet facility that caters to weddings and a variety of additional special occasions. We serve Hartford, Manchester, Vernon, Windham, South Windsor, Glastonbury and all surrounding CT towns. It is our goal to ensure that your occasion is organized, elegant and tasteful. We offer many different catering packages to meet every guest’s needs. We are proud to have earned a 5 star reputation on Weddingwire.com, Tripadvisor.com, and Theknot.com. Our reviews speak for themselves. We welcome you to contact us anytime to set up a private showing of our wedding and event venues.

Whimsical & magical weddings happen here at Wickham Park! It all begins when you enter the 280-acre Park, you immediately leave the day behind as you are immersed in rolling green hills, gorgeous gardens, and two unique venues with different vibes. The rustic log cabin, within a quarter acre of gorgeous gardens with a spectacular skyline view of Hartford an outdoor marquee reception tent; the Cabin at Hilltop Garden. The second venue: The intimate Emerald Room of the Irish Garden~ equally stunning, which is an elegant stone building with cathedral wood ceilings, with its own half-acre stunning garden surrounded by tall Emerald bushes, a 6' stone wall & wrought iron fencing, complete with a private dressing room! Come visit, pictures, although beautiful do NOT do the Park justice!

Located one mile from the harbor in picturesque Stonington Borough, The Hounds is a stunning, coastal, event venue with immaculate landscaping that abuts the Avalonia Paffard Marsh preserve. The inside spaces have a low-key nautical decor, custom, in-house made lighting, double-side bar with mahogany and cherry bar tops, and floor to ceiling sliding glass doors that let the beauty of the surroundings be enjoyed from every seat in the room. The Hounds is the ideal place for weddings, galas, corporate events and parties. This New England weather-proof property is open year round.

The Mountain Room at Mount Southington strives to create the perfect day for our Brides and Grooms by providing rustic chic amenities at an affordable price. Our Mountain Room is warm with wood accents, lofted ceilings, beautiful arching beams and one ceiling-to- floor glass wall from which there is a stunning view of our grounds. Ceremonies can be held outside on our spacious lawn and cocktail hour can be held on our vast patio.

Here at Tunxis, we offer two unique wedding venues:  First is the outdoor Pavilion that you will find nestled in a pine grove.  Spring through Fall, this outdoor escape is perfect for your rustic wedding with up to 300 guests.  The second is the indoor Fireside Dining Room.  Year-round, this cozy tavern space is ideal for weddings with up to 120 guests. 

Nestled in the village of Oneco, CT, Angel and Anchor Farm is an idyllic wedding venue. The Victorian house and barn are situated on five acres of beautiful grounds, manicured gardens, and romantic woodlands. Owners Bill and Nichole Phelps, together with their horses, dogs, and farm animals, welcome to-be-weds for their special wedding celebrations.

Choosing the right location for your wedding is one of the most important and often the most challenging decisions to make. Let your imagination run wild at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo! Celebrate your special event in one of three unique spaces, including our Victorian Greenhouse, rustic Hanson Building or large Carousel Building with an indoor working carousel. Whether it’s your ceremony, reception, or rehearsal dinner, we are sure to have a venue to meet your wedding vision!

Hyland Orchard is a magical spot to say 'I Do'! The experience begins with a wagon ride whisking your guests to the perfect spot atop the Orchard of over a thousand apple trees, with views of three neighboring towns. After the Ceremony, is the Pavilion Reception. The Pavilion has sliding walls- which means your 'outdoor' wedding is rainproof! The Pavilion has lights strung throughout to create an unmatched rustic ambiance. Our one-of-a-kind property shines with features including a raw edge custom wood bar, large stone fire pit, sprawling lawn, a barnyard crew (lovable mini horses, goats and a llama), a greenhouse with adjacent floral gardens and acres upon acres for amazing photo opportunities! May- October available (mid September through October ONLY Friday weddings) Fri/Sun: $3,000; Sat $4,000.

A beautiful club located on the West River with Dock ownership, rentals, clubhouse and dockside memberships available. The Guilford Yacht Club is a full service facility providing yachting, swimming, tennis and various social activities in a true resort environment. As far as the eye can see, one is surrounded by undisturbed natural beauty, including spectacular views of Long Island Sound and Faulkner’s Island.

The Holiday Inn located in East Hartford, CT is tucked into an upscale corporate office park and within walking distance to Downtown Hartford. We're easily accessible from Interstates 91 and 84, only 12 miles from Bradley International Airport (BDL). Unwind with a workout in our expanded 24-hour fitness facility or with a few laps in our indoor heated pool. Bring friends and colleagues together at the newly renovated restaurant and our lounge. Host an event, and let our convention and banquet staff plan the menu and transform our newly renovated 9,000 sq ft into a memorable location for a meeting, conference, or celebration. We are conveniently located 2.4 miles from the famous Rentschler Field, home of the UCONN Huskies and near businesses, like Travelers Insurance, United Health Group, Aetna and many others. In addition, this smoke free East Hartford hotel is equipped with a 24-hour business center.

The wedding you’ve always pictured begins in the BellaVista at Hawk’s Landing Country Club! Whether you’re planning an on-site ceremony or a reception only, let us bring your dreams to life. The BellaVista offers flexible scheduling for daytime or evening events, with a stunning glass façade overlooking our scenic golf course and gardens. Located in the lush central Connecticut river valley in Southington, our cathedral-ceiling banquet hall can entertain up to 220 guests, providing the perfect backdrop for your wedding day.

One of the most scenic and charming wedding venues in the Hartford, Connecticut area, The Avon Old Farms Hotel is an outstanding, award-winning location for your entire wedding celebration! From the “getting ready” space to the late night “after party”, The Avon Old Farms Hotel offers a classic experience in the comfort of the country for you and your overnight guests! Outside opportunities for ceremonies, cocktail hours and mingling abound in our beautiful Gardens and tented slate Patio. Our elegant indoor décor features brilliant chandeliers, a marble foyer and antique furnishings. A stunning, three-story sweeping staircase leads to our Atrium Lobby – creating a grand sense of arrival for you and your guests. Our Towpath Ballroom and adjoining Glass Room accommodate 150 guests for a seated dinner reception. Blending the ambiance and warmth of a historic country inn with the state-of-the-art facilities, Avon Old Farms Hotel sets an unforgettably romantic tone.

Escape to a peaceful, rustic oasis on the banks of the Peconic River. The Peconic River Herb Farm offers a truly unique, natural setting for couples seeking an authentic, garden-inspired celebration. Embrace the charming, primitive style of the property, which includes sweeping riverfront lawns and lush, fragrant garden areas. This is the perfect venue for browsing couples who want to connect with nature and celebrate their love in an unspoiled, picturesque environment. We speak locavore and love supporting your favorite local Long Island vendors, from caterers to brewers, ensuring a truly personal and local experience for your special day.