Winnipesaukee Wedding Reception Venue

karenwils · 12-26-2012, 04:26 PM

Merry Christmas everyone!

I recently got engaged and was perusing the forums for good ideas for a reception venue on the lake (ON the lake, so no Castle). I am not interested in Mills Falls (overpriced) or the Wolfeboro Inn (too small), and would prefer to stay on the northern side of the lake (i.e. Meredith, Center Harbor, Moultonborough, or Wolfeboro). My guest list is well over 200, so need a place to fit about 250 guests. I'm really hoping I can just find a house on the lake with a large yard to throw up a tent and have a party.

Any brilliant ideas????

Thanks!

BrownstoneNorth · 12-26-2012, 05:02 PM

The only place I'm aware of is Brewster Academy, which has massive grounds with magnificent views directly on the Lake and could accommodate a tent with a crowd the size you have in mind. Link with photos and contact info:

http://www.brewsteracademy.org/RelId...t_Brewster.htm

There are also apparently large private manses on the Lake that will rent out their grounds for weddings and such, but you might have to go through a Wedding Planner for these venues because I suspect the owners would not want the hassle and risk of dealing with individuals. Here's a Wedding Planner site that claims access to such places (I have no knowledge of this company other than what they say on their website):

http://www.signatureeventsnh.com/weddings/index.htm

Congratulations, good luck, and if you find something please share here because folks often have questions about wedding sites.

tummyman · 12-26-2012, 05:08 PM

You could try the Margate in Paugus Bay...they have a tent set up all summer.

RLW · 12-26-2012, 05:46 PM

karenwils, I just noticed that you are fairly new to posting on the forum and glad you have joined us. Have fun and enjoy the Winni Forum while making many new friends. If you leave the request up long enough you will most likely get every possible location brought to your attention. Best of Luck.

WinterHarborGirl · 12-26-2012, 07:02 PM

The Kona Mansion in Moultonboro does weddings also.

camp guy · 12-26-2012, 07:26 PM

If you want to be ON the Lake, you might consider the M/S Mount Washington.

Getting married in the lakes region and finding a venue on the lake is a tall order, especially since you have indicated a fairly large guest list. This probably means a lot of overnight rooms, and some places ask a two night minimum during the summer.

Somebody mentioned a wedding planner - very good idea, particularly if you are looking for this to happen in the summer of 2013.

Best of luck to you, and best wishes, and Happy New Year.

BroadHopper · 12-26-2012, 10:57 PM

I would check this place out. They comfortably took a class reunion of about 200 recycled teenagers!

http://www.oliverlodge.com/

SAMIAM · 12-27-2012, 09:22 AM

I'm sure you know that you know that there is a lot more to a wedding than "throwing up a tent and having a party" 200 people is no small number and you have to consider.parking,toilets,catering,transportation,e ntertainment,etc etc.
Also might be smart to have a plan "B" in case some bad weather shows up.
Good luck and I'm sure you'll be fine as long as you make a good plan.

skprbob · 12-27-2012, 10:51 AM

Camp Guy has a good suggestion. If you want to really be ON the Lake, check out chartering the M/S Mount Washington. Call (603) 366-5531 and ask for Sami.

Pine Island Guy · 12-27-2012, 12:14 PM

I would second Oliver's Lodge, they have a fairly large enclosed space for bad weather, also large tent available, PLUS, they have a great spot for guests to take to the water on sailboats, kayaks, paddle boards, or swimming...

Another option that isn't directly on the lake, but has spectacular views of the lake and fantastic food is Castle in the Clouds...

Best Wishes for a wonderful wedding no matter where you end up!

need ice, need ice, need ice -PIG

p.s. the Mount is fabulous option as well, and we'll all wave and cheer from Pine Island as you go by

Shreddy · 12-27-2012, 12:56 PM

Very good friends of mine are getting married on the Mt. Washington in May. Their guest list is currently at 280+. I do not believe it's overly costly either!

iheartloonisland · 12-27-2012, 06:34 PM

Hi, I suggest you contact Amy at signature events in wolfboro. The link is in an earlier posting. She set up a fabulous reception for my son and his wonderful bride at a private home last summer- right on the water.. She took care of every detail at a most acceptable price.

WakeboardMom · 12-27-2012, 07:46 PM

When JCreeps fiancé asked for advice, I came here also. ; )

http://www.winnipesaukee.com/forums/...hlight=Wedding

I like the Oliver's Lodge idea. Kona is off Moultonborough Neck Road.

inquiring one · 12-28-2012, 06:45 AM

Hi,

{I'm really hoping I can just find a house on the lake with a large yard to throw up a tent and have a party...}

I would suggest contacting a Realtor that does house rentals ( preferred vacation rentals ?) You may be able to work a deal for exactly what you're looking for.
Best of luck.

tis · 12-28-2012, 07:50 AM

Yankee Pedlar in Wolfeboro.does lots of rentals on the lake. They could probably find a house for you to rent for a wedding. They do have a website of their rentals.

winnisummergal · 12-28-2012, 11:47 AM

I have also heard wonderful things about Amy & Signature Events. Had we not eloped to St. Lucia, she would have been my choice at the lake.

Good Luck!

Jumbie98 · 12-28-2012, 08:04 PM

You may want to consider the YMCA Boston camp...it has beautiful buildings and great areas on the lake...I know they regularly do weddings and receptions. Oh, and congratulations!

winniplayhouse · 12-28-2012, 08:16 PM

Geneva Point Center in Moultonboro may fit the bill. Not sure how many they accommodate.

camp guy · 12-29-2012, 08:18 AM

I can strongly recommend Amy Piper, Signature Events, (603) 569-4786, and time is certainly of the essence with respect to a summer wedding reception.

Best of Luck. Happy New Year !!

WakeboardMom · 01-03-2013, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Jumbie98

You may want to consider the YMCA Boston camp...it has beautiful buildings and great areas on the lake...I know they regularly do weddings and receptions. Oh, and congratulations!

Do you know of any links to any pictures of weddings held at Northwoods? Thank you!

karenwils · 01-03-2013, 09:48 AM

I think this will be our choice!

Here are the only links to weddings done there that I could find on google

http://ebersolephotography.wordpress...ulia-and-joel/

http://birchblazephotography.com/mar...emily-part-ii/

BrownstoneNorth · 01-04-2013, 09:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by karenwils

I think this will be our choice!

Here are the only links to weddings done there that I could find on google

http://ebersolephotography.wordpress...ulia-and-joel/

http://birchblazephotography.com/mar...emily-part-ii/

Perfect setting, great choice -- I'm sure your own wedding will be as lovely and fun as the ones in those photos!

no-engine · 01-05-2013, 12:43 PM

Contact Curt's Caterers in Gilford. Joanne can likely help as they have catered some unbelievable weddings at many venues.

12-26-2012, 04:26 PM	#1
karenwils Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 3 Thanks: 4 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Winnipesaukee Wedding Reception Venue Merry Christmas everyone! I recently got engaged and was perusing the forums for good ideas for a reception venue on the lake (ON the lake, so no Castle). I am not interested in Mills Falls (overpriced) or the Wolfeboro Inn (too small), and would prefer to stay on the northern side of the lake (i.e. Meredith, Center Harbor, Moultonborough, or Wolfeboro). My guest list is well over 200, so need a place to fit about 250 guests. I'm really hoping I can just find a house on the lake with a large yard to throw up a tent and have a party. Any brilliant ideas???? Thanks!

12-26-2012, 05:02 PM	#2
BrownstoneNorth Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 212 Thanks: 110 Thanked 131 Times in 71 Posts	Re: Winnipesaukee wedding venue The only place I'm aware of is Brewster Academy, which has massive grounds with magnificent views directly on the Lake and could accommodate a tent with a crowd the size you have in mind. Link with photos and contact info: http://www.brewsteracademy.org/RelId...t_Brewster.htm There are also apparently large private manses on the Lake that will rent out their grounds for weddings and such, but you might have to go through a Wedding Planner for these venues because I suspect the owners would not want the hassle and risk of dealing with individuals. Here's a Wedding Planner site that claims access to such places (I have no knowledge of this company other than what they say on their website): http://www.signatureeventsnh.com/weddings/index.htm Congratulations, good luck, and if you find something please share here because folks often have questions about wedding sites.

12-26-2012, 05:46 PM	#4
RLW Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Alton Bay on the mountain by a lake Posts: 2,023 Thanks: 563 Thanked 444 Times in 311 Posts	*karenwils,* I just noticed that you are fairly new to posting on the forum and glad you have joined us. Have fun and enjoy the Winni Forum while making many new friends. If you leave the request up long enough you will most likely get every possible location brought to your attention. Best of Luck. __________________ There is nothing better than living on Alton Mountain & our grand kids visits.

12-26-2012, 07:26 PM	#6
camp guy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: formerly Winter Harbor, still Wolfeboro Posts: 1,181 Thanks: 299 Thanked 525 Times in 293 Posts	Winnipesaukee Wedding Reception Venue If you want to be ON the Lake, you might consider the M/S Mount Washington. Getting married in the lakes region and finding a venue on the lake is a tall order, especially since you have indicated a fairly large guest list. This probably means a lot of overnight rooms, and some places ask a two night minimum during the summer. Somebody mentioned a wedding planner - very good idea, particularly if you are looking for this to happen in the summer of 2013. Best of luck to you, and best wishes, and Happy New Year.

12-26-2012, 10:57 PM	#7
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,570 Thanks: 3,206 Thanked 1,101 Times in 793 Posts	Oliver's Lodge I would check this place out. They comfortably took a class reunion of about 200 recycled teenagers! http://www.oliverlodge.com/ __________________ Someday may never be an actual day.

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12-26-2012, 05:08 PM	#3
tummyman Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 833 Thanks: 256 Thanked 672 Times in 243 Posts	You could try the Margate in Paugus Bay...they have a tent set up all summer.

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12-26-2012, 07:02 PM	#5
WinterHarborGirl Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Chelmsford Mass and Moultonboro Posts: 58 Thanks: 43 Thanked 13 Times in 12 Posts	The Kona Mansion in Moultonboro does weddings also.

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12-27-2012, 09:22 AM	#8
SAMIAM Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 2,893 Thanks: 334 Thanked 1,673 Times in 584 Posts	I'm sure you know that you know that there is a lot more to a wedding than "throwing up a tent and having a party" 200 people is no small number and you have to consider.parking,toilets,catering,transportation,e ntertainment,etc etc. Also might be smart to have a plan "B" in case some bad weather shows up. Good luck and I'm sure you'll be fine as long as you make a good plan.

12-27-2012, 10:51 AM	#9
skprbob Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: 19 Mile Bay Posts: 147 Thanks: 0 Thanked 90 Times in 29 Posts	ON the lake Camp Guy has a good suggestion. If you want to really be ON the Lake, check out chartering the M/S Mount Washington. Call (603) 366-5531 and ask for Sami.

12-27-2012, 12:14 PM	#10
Pine Island Guy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: pine island of course! Posts: 406 Thanks: 244 Thanked 246 Times in 112 Posts	another option I would second Oliver's Lodge, they have a fairly large enclosed space for bad weather, also large tent available, PLUS, they have a great spot for guests to take to the water on sailboats, kayaks, paddle boards, or swimming... Another option that isn't directly on the lake, but has spectacular views of the lake and fantastic food is Castle in the Clouds... Best Wishes for a wonderful wedding no matter where you end up! need ice, need ice, need ice -PIG p.s. the Mount is fabulous option as well, and we'll all wave and cheer from Pine Island as you go by

12-27-2012, 12:56 PM	#11
Shreddy Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Moultonboro Posts: 509 Thanks: 178 Thanked 212 Times in 114 Posts	Mt Washington Very good friends of mine are getting married on the Mt. Washington in May. Their guest list is currently at 280+. I do not believe it's overly costly either! __________________

12-27-2012, 06:34 PM	#12
iheartloonisland Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Wedding reception Hi, I suggest you contact Amy at signature events in wolfboro. The link is in an earlier posting. She set up a fabulous reception for my son and his wonderful bride at a private home last summer- right on the water.. She took care of every detail at a most acceptable price.

12-27-2012, 07:46 PM	#13
WakeboardMom Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: NH X 2 Posts: 508 Thanks: 595 Thanked 113 Times in 92 Posts	When JCreeps fiancé asked for advice, I came here also. ; ) http://www.winnipesaukee.com/forums/...hlight=Wedding I like the Oliver's Lodge idea. Kona is off Moultonborough Neck Road. __________________ MarieM

12-28-2012, 06:45 AM	#14
inquiring one Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: NH Posts: 58 Thanks: 46 Thanked 29 Times in 11 Posts	Hi, {I'm really hoping I can just find a house on the lake with a large yard to throw up a tent and have a party...} I would suggest contacting a Realtor that does house rentals ( preferred vacation rentals ?) You may be able to work a deal for exactly what you're looking for. Best of luck.

12-28-2012, 07:50 AM	#15
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,709 Thanks: 751 Thanked 1,455 Times in 1,012 Posts	Yankee Pedlar in Wolfeboro.does lots of rentals on the lake. They could probably find a house for you to rent for a wedding. They do have a website of their rentals.

12-28-2012, 11:47 AM	#16
winnisummergal Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: North Carolina and Wolfeboro or Alton Posts: 123 Thanks: 188 Thanked 38 Times in 20 Posts	Signature Events I have also heard wonderful things about Amy & Signature Events. Had we not eloped to St. Lucia, she would have been my choice at the lake. Good Luck!

12-28-2012, 08:04 PM	#17
Jumbie98 Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 31 Thanks: 18 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts	Wedding reception on the lake You may want to consider the YMCA Boston camp...it has beautiful buildings and great areas on the lake...I know they regularly do weddings and receptions. Oh, and congratulations!

12-28-2012, 08:16 PM	#18
winniplayhouse Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 205 Thanks: 32 Thanked 58 Times in 41 Posts	Geneva Point Center in Moultonboro may fit the bill. Not sure how many they accommodate.

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12-29-2012, 08:18 AM	#19
camp guy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: formerly Winter Harbor, still Wolfeboro Posts: 1,181 Thanks: 299 Thanked 525 Times in 293 Posts	Winnipesaukee Wedding Reception Venue I can strongly recommend Amy Piper, Signature Events, (603) 569-4786, and time is certainly of the essence with respect to a summer wedding reception. Best of Luck. Happy New Year !!

01-03-2013, 09:48 AM	#21
karenwils Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 3 Thanks: 4 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Camp Northwoods I think this will be our choice! Here are the only links to weddings done there that I could find on google http://ebersolephotography.wordpress...ulia-and-joel/ http://birchblazephotography.com/mar...emily-part-ii/

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01-05-2013, 12:43 PM	#23
no-engine Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: West side Winnipesaukee, Lakes Region Posts: 516 Thanks: 20 Thanked 52 Times in 40 Posts	Contact Curt's Caterers in Gilford. Joanne can likely help as they have catered some unbelievable weddings at many venues.

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