lodging & travel

Shuttle

Griswold Inn Guest Bus to and from Smith Farm Gardens

June 14, 2025 2:15 pm

For guests of the Griswold Inn, there will be a bus departing at 2:20pm to Smith Farm Gardens on Saturday. The bus will also bring guests back after the wedding at 10:30pm.

Hotel

The Griswold Inn

Where the bride and groom will be! (limited availability) **Reservations must be made by phone (860) 767-1776** Located in the historic seaport village of Essex, Connecticut, The Griswold Inn opened their doors for business in 1776 and is one of the oldest continuously operated inns in the country. Although the Inn exudes the charm of days gone by, "The Gris" has modern day amenities and all stays include continental breakfast. To reserve a room, please call The Griswold Inn and let them know you are part of the Piscatelli - Crenshaw Wedding. There are four different types of rooms which are first come, first serve. Some rooms can accommodate more guests with pullout or daybeds. For more information, please ask Tori, Mitch or call The Griswold Inn. Daily rates* below: Standard Rooms: $285 Jr Suites: $310 Deluxe Suites: $370 Superior Suites: $395 *All room rates are subject to all applicable CT State Hotel Lodging Taxes

House Or Rental

Giants Neck Beach

Tori's parents, Vicki and Lou Piscatelli, live in the Giants Neck Beach Community and many of their neighbors rent their homes during the summer. The properties are a stone's throw away from Rocky Neck State Park and approximately 30 minutes from the wedding venue at Smith Farm Gardens and 20 minutes to the Griswold Inn in Essex. You can enjoy a day at the beach, an afternoon stroll and ice cream in downtown Niantic, or drive on over to Essex Seaport for a lunch in the taproom at The Griswold Inn.

House Or Rental

Postcard Cabins Machimoodus

A 10 minute drive from Smith Farm Gardens, luxury tiny cabins nestled in Moodus, CT, Outpost features secluded cabins with lush forest views, a scenic 1-mile nature trail, and a dog park for your furry friends. Each cabin includes a queen or bunk beds, AC + Heat, private toilet, sink + drinking water, hot shower, two-burner stove, chairs + picnic table, pots + pans, dishwasher. Explore the historic Gillette Castle, hike Machimoodus State Park, or adventure around the waterfall at Devil's Hopyard State Park — all minutes away from our Outpost.

Hotel

Copper Beech Inn

A lovely inn in Ivoryton, not too far from Essex and a 20 minute drive to Smith Farm Gardens.

Hotel

Saybrook Point Resort & Marina

20 minutes from Smith Farm Gardens, your stay on Connecticut’s waterfront starts here.

Hotel

Old Lyme Inn

A 20 minute drive from Smith Farm Gardens located in Old Lyme's historic Art District on the Connecticut Shoreline.

Hotel

Inn at Middletown

This hotel is about a 25 - 30 minute drive to and from Smith Farm Gardens.

Hotel

Quality Inn Old Saybrook

Flight

Airports

The closest airports are 48 - 50 miles away in Hartford, CT (BDL); Providence, RI (PVD) and Boston, MA (BOS)

Train

Amtrak Train

The Amtrak Northeast Regional train is a quick trip from NYC and Boston to Old Saybrook Station. There are multiple trains throughout the day, but make sure to book in advance for better rates and availability!

Travel Note

Ubers & Lyfts

Please note: Ubers & Lyfts are limited in less populated areas of CT. You can definitely get Ubers and Lyfts from transportation hubs and touristy areas, but you should not plan on Uber or Lyft Services for the main wedding event as they are few and far between in East Haddam. There will be a bus for guests staying at The Griswold Inn to and from the Smith Farm Gardens.