We’re planning a formal garden wedding with an elegant and timeless feel. Think formal garden party attire—bright summer colors and elevated, polished looks are perfect. For women, we suggest dresses or dressy jumpsuits in light, breathable fabrics like chiffon or linen. For men, suits or dress pants with a jacket and tie are great choices (lighter fabrics work well for the August heat).
Our ceremony will take place outdoors, surrounded by the gardens, with cocktail hour also held outside. The reception will move indoors for dinner and dancing. In case of rain, we have an indoor backup plan for the ceremony, so no matter the weather, the celebration will go on comfortably!
We will have a shuttle bus at the end of the night for guests who would like a ride back to the Newburyport area. The shuttle will depart the venue at 11:00 PM. If you plan to use the shuttle, please let us know when you RSVP so we can plan accordingly.
We love celebrating with all of our closest family and friends! Because we are planning for a specific number of guests, we kindly ask that only those listed on your invitation attend. If you have a question about your guest list or are hoping to bring someone special, please reach out to us directly.
Yes! We’ll be kicking off the celebration with an hour of open bar during cocktail hour. After that, the bar will switch to a cash bar for the remainder of the evening, so be sure to bring a form of payment if you’d like to keep the drinks flowing!
We kindly ask that guests refrain from taking photos during the ceremony. We want everyone to be fully present and enjoy the moment while our professional photographer captures it all. After the ceremony, you’re welcome to take as many photos as you’d like and share the memories with us!
For our loved ones traveling from afar, we’ve reserved a block of rooms just for you. Please visit our Travel Info page for all the details to make your stay easy and enjoyable.
Instead of traditional gifts, we’d be overjoyed if you contributed to our honeymoon fund—helping us create unforgettable memories on our very first adventure together as Mr. & Mrs. Sharpe.
For anyone who wants to keep the celebration going, we’re planning to head to The Goat in Newburyport once the wedding festivities wrap up. We’d love for you to join us for some late-night drinks and fun!