The Essex Resort & Spa

All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $8,000 for off-peak dates, and $15,000 for peak dates

Packages

Guest capacity

Up to 215 seated guests

About this venue

Located in the heart of Vermont, The Essex Resort & Spa is a premier wedding venue offering a seamless blend of natural beauty, refined elegance, and full-service hospitality. Set on 18 picturesque acres, The Essex is a stunning backdrop for weddings of every size and style. The Atrium at The Essex is a stunning room with gorgeous views of the surrounding greenery. The Farmhouse at Sunset Pond is a modern farmhouse-style building situated on the pond at The Essex. The Essex offers the convenience of on-site accommodations, allowing guests to relax and celebrate all in one place. Our venue is a one stop shop for weddings, rehearsals, and more. Our on-site culinary team creates custom wedding menus featuring fresh, local ingredients. Every menu is tailored to your tastes and dietary needs. The Essex is one of Vermont's most sought-after wedding venues, offering couples a stress-free planning experience and an unforgettable celebration surrounded by the charm and beauty of New England.

Seated guest capacity

  • 40-215

Venue type

  • Hotels, Inns, Resorts
  • Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

  • Covered Outdoor
  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
70 Essex Way, Essex, VT 05452

Our event spaces

The Essex Resort & Spa

Vermont’s premier culinary wedding destination.

Choose from a versatile collection of indoor and outdoor settings tailored to your unique style. The brand-new Farmhouse at Sunset Pond offers a modern-rustic aesthetic with a wraparound porch overlooking the water, while the glass-walled Atrium provides floor-to-ceiling views of our lush gardens and organic herb farm. For classic elegance, the Ballroom serves as a timeless backdrop for dinner and dancing. More intimate gatherings find a home in the sunlit Salons or the cozy, private dining rooms. Outdoors, the East Lawn features a charming white gazebo, perfect for saying "I do" surrounded by vibrant Vermont florals and mountain air.

Guest capacity

40-215 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Fun and festive”

The Essex Resort & Spa

Vermont’s premier culinary wedding destination.

Choose from a versatile collection of indoor and outdoor settings tailored to your unique style. The brand-new Farmhouse at Sunset Pond offers a modern-rustic aesthetic with a wraparound porch overlooking the water, while the glass-walled Atrium provides floor-to-ceiling views of our lush gardens and organic herb farm. For classic elegance, the Ballroom serves as a timeless backdrop for dinner and dancing. More intimate gatherings find a home in the sunlit Salons or the cozy, private dining rooms. Outdoors, the East Lawn features a charming white gazebo, perfect for saying "I do" surrounded by vibrant Vermont florals and mountain air.

Guest capacity

40-215 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Fun and festive”

The Essex Resort & Spa packages

Wedding Weekend at The Essex

Description

Host your full wedding weekend with us! As a one stop shop, we can host your rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony and reception, and farewell brunch all onsite. 120 guest rooms on property make for easy accommodations for your friends and family.

Available services that can be provided by The Essex Resort & Spa

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • On-site accommodations
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wedding cake services
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Accommodations

  • Bedroom suites
  • Double bed rooms
  • Honeymoon suite
  • Luxury suites
  • Room blocks offered
  • Single king rooms
  • Single queen rooms

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

4 reviews

  • DD

    Dan D.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Aug 8

    An Unforgettable, Inclusive Wedding Experience!

    The Essex Resort & Spa was the perfect wedding venue. Michaela McCarthy warmly guided our tour, and Monique Lavallee expertly supported planning from the Grand Tasting to our August 2, 2026 wedding. Inclusive, welcoming, and flexible, the team helped us create a seamless, personalized celebration with outstanding food and beautiful spaces.

  • GS

    Gifford S.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jul 7, 2026

    Susan and Giff's Wedding Essex Resort Spa

    We had a marvelous experience working with Nicole and Michaela in planning our wedding event. The whole team was very professional and responsive to our specific requests. This was their first "senior wedding" and brunch wedding never encountered before.Nicole and Susan developed a close working relationship that solved many requests. The Essex Resort is perfect with full services, beautiful spaces, and friendly staff. They were willing to help and support our specific goals. We had a happy marriage ceremony and fun reception. We highly recommend this location for anyone wanting a Vermont venue. They responded immediately to our requests always. It was our moment to be with 90 friends and family with a non traditional wedding. We were very pleased with the outcome. Make it first on your list of places to see on making first class wedding plans. Thank you to everyone!

  • CW

    Christina W.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jul 2, 2026

    The Perfect Day

    We had a phenomenal experience at the Essex. Despite some staff turnover when we were first securing the venue, everything has been seamless. We had the chance to take part in one of their large wedding tastings and it was incredible. It gave us a chance to try everything and talk to the chefs. It also gave us a chance to see the Farmhouse again and meet vendors. Also, the Farmhouse, their new venue, is stunning. It has 2 getting ready rooms built into the venue which was super convenient. My mother was able to be part of getting ready but also help oversee all decorating. Because the getting ready rooms are in the venue we were able to have a cool place to wait before the ceremony and regroup. In terms of the actual wedding, everything was perfect. The food was amazing, our gluten free cake was delicious, and no one could tell it was GF. One of the biggest perks of booking at the Essex is that you get assigned a wedding coordinator 4-6 months before your wedding. They walk you through all decisions and helped us stay on track with wedding planning. We were assigned Katarina and she was incredible. She helped with everything from our ceremony order, making sure we stayed on timeline, to helping clean my dress when it got muddy during pictures. She truly went above and beyond. I wasn’t stressed at all and I truly attribute most of that to Katarina and the amazing Essex staff. Everyone made sure we were taken care of. We loved it so much that we are already planning our next visit for our anniversary. They made the Essex feel like home.

  • EB

    Erin B.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Apr 2, 2026

    Seriously the best wedding weekend ever!

    Our experience at the Essex was 10/10. Our event coordinator was Cindy, who did a phenomenal job guiding us and our wedding planner through the choices to be made and the lay of the land! She was so communicative and was great about answering any and all of my questions (and I had a lot). The banquet and catering team spearheaded by Sydney was fabulous as well; I have celiac disease and it was very important to me that I have a dedicated gluten-free wedding, and Cindy and Sydney made my dreams come true while also navigating our guests varied allergies and dietary restrictions! The food was phenomenal and several of our guests commented on the high quality of the meals. We and our guests also loved that the inn was connected to everything we needed on the property all weekend - we never had to leave the building (which was ideal, given we got married in early March!). The inn is so cozy and cute, and the spa is a wonderful and relaxing bonus. My husband and I have nothing but good things to say about our entire (flawless!) wedding weekend at the Essex, from the rehearsal dinner to the farewell brunch. Photo by Anne Mientka Photography

We recommend reaching out as soon as you start planning your Vermont wedding, especially if you’re considering a celebration in the popular months of May through October. This helps our team guide you to the best spaces and options for your day. We always encourage couples to contact us even if your timeline is shorter. We’ll do everything we can to find the perfect space for your celebration—whether it’s a large gathering or an intimate micro wedding.
Our wedding venue fees are designed to provide the essentials for a smooth and memorable Vermont wedding experience. - Ceremony Site Fee Includes: Private ceremony space for a 30-minute ceremony, Ceremony chairs and necessary tables, Full setup and breakdown of the ceremony site, Ceremony rehearsal directed by your dedicated Event Manager. - Reception Site Fee Includes: Private event space for a 5-hour reception, Reception tables and chairs, Complete setup and breakdown of items provided by the venue, Choice of white, ivory, or black table linens and linen napkins, Dedicated Event Manager.
Yes! As one of Vermont’s most versatile wedding venues, we offer both indoor and outdoor ceremony options. Couples love our scenic outdoor spaces during the beautiful Spring, Summer, and Fall seasons. Elegant indoor spaces are also available, providing a stunning alternative during colder months or in case of inclement weather. Many couples hosting a full wedding weekend in Vermont also choose to hold welcome receptions or rehearsal dinners outdoors to fully enjoy the New England setting.
Yes! Complementary on-site parking is available for all wedding guests throughout the property. Guest convenience is a priority at our full-service Vermont resort. We also offer two EV charging stations for guests traveling to your New England destination wedding (standard charging fees apply).
Yes! Our Farmhouse wedding venue includes two private getting-ready suites for couples to prepare comfortably on the morning of their wedding. Couples hosting their celebration in the Atrium will have access to our Celebration Suite for pre-ceremony preparations. On-site accommodations and dedicated prep spaces help ensure a relaxed, seamless start to your special day.
We provide a curated list of trusted local Vermont wedding vendors—including photographers, florists, planners, and entertainment professionals—who know our property well. That said, you are never required to use our preferred vendors. While outside caterers are not permitted, couples are welcome to bring in outside desserts for a fee. We’re happy to collaborate with your chosen team to help bring your unique wedding vision to life.
We are a pet-friendly resort! While only service animals are permitted inside our event spaces, couples are welcome to include their dog in an outdoor ceremony, a popular touch for Vermont weddings. We do ask that a designated pet sitter be responsible for the animal after the ceremony to ensure a smooth reception.
The Essex Resort & Spa is a full-service New England resort with 120 guest rooms, making it a perfect choice for destination weddings or full wedding weekends. Room blocks can be arranged in advance through our sales team to reserve accommodations for your guests. Rooms outside of a contracted block are subject to availability. Hosting your ceremony, reception, and lodging all in one location helps guests fully relax and enjoy your Vermont wedding celebration.
Yes! Every couple is assigned a dedicated Event Manager who assists with the hotel-side details of your wedding.
June, July, August, September, October
January, February, March, April, November and December
No
Yes, we have free on site self parking
Yes, all our facilities are wheelchair accessible. We also have ramps at the main and side entrances, hearing-impaired fire alarm lights, and trained staff.
Tables, chairs, flatware, glassware, and linens, and an assigned event manager
Your reservation includes five hours from start to finish, including the time it takes our staff to set up and clean up. Any additional time will be billed at $200 per hour.
Booking deposits for our venue are refundable according to a cancellation schedule. As more time passes, more of your total bill will be due and your deposits may become non-refundable.
Our property is located 20 mins (5 miles) from the Burlington International Airport. Ubers are abundant in the area.
Yes, we require event insurance. We will provide specific details.