Venue for wedding rehearsal dinner

bobio · 10-16-2017, 08:23 AM

We are looking for a venue that can handle 40 to 50 people for a wedding rehearsal dinner on July 13th. Needs to be within 30 minutes of Meredith.
We have been looking but we haven't had any luck. Thought someone might have an idea?
Thanks in advance.

Blyblvrd · 10-16-2017, 08:32 AM

The new Woodshed?

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joey2665 · 10-16-2017, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by bobio

We are looking for a venue that can handle 40 to 50 people for a wedding rehearsal dinner on July 13th. Needs to be within 30 minutes of Meredith.
We have been looking but we haven't had any luck. Thought someone might have an idea?
Thanks in advance.

How about Lake House inside Church Landing in Meredith or I have heard the food at El Faro in the Weirs is excellent? Both large enough for your party and not to start a fire storm "O" can handle it also and I also believe they use the old Italian restaurant in Moultonborough as a catering facility .

Major · 10-16-2017, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by bobio

We are looking for a venue that can handle 40 to 50 people for a wedding rehearsal dinner on July 13th. Needs to be within 30 minutes of Meredith.
We have been looking but we haven't had any luck. Thought someone might have an idea?
Thanks in advance.

They just redid their event venue. Beautiful job! We recently attended an anniversary party there, and had a wonderful time. Call Tim at 279-6661. He will help you with catering options. You won't be disappointed.

Descant · 10-16-2017, 10:39 AM

"Looking but haven't had any luck"
Does this mean already booked, wrong menu style, not enough space?
What type venue are you looking for? Only restaurants? Your date, a Thursday should be easier than a weekend.
Gunstock does weddings and events and you can get group discounts for the adventure park. You can do a private lounge on the Mount Washington. Rent a tent and hire a caterer.

bobio · 10-16-2017, 11:03 AM

The wedding is at Church Landing so we are looking for a different venue to have the dinner. The Woodshed was the best option but they cannot accommodate that number of people and due to the fact that we are in the busy season our options are limited. The O Streak House does not do large parties nor does the Canoe.

Little Bear · 10-16-2017, 11:11 AM

http://steelehillresorts.com/restaurant/

I have never been there or heard anything about it (good or bad). But it looks like a nice place from their website. Anyone ever try it?

mneck1814 · 10-16-2017, 11:27 AM

The Winnipesaukee Belle could probably pick you and your guests up right at the Meredith Town Docks.

http://www.wolfeboroinn.com/winnipesaukeebelle-en.html

Phantom · 10-16-2017, 01:17 PM

Ellacoya Barn & Grille has a beautiful new function area upstairs .....

That would put you just inside your 30 min range

But I agree -- the "Belle" would be a show stopper and I have seen her in Meredith Bay before (not sure if just cruzin or an actual pick up) .... worth a phone call to see

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kauriel · 10-16-2017, 03:08 PM

Have you considered other Common Man properties such as Lago or Lakehouse Grille? You could also look at Hart's Turkey Farm or Akwa Marina for different additional options.

neckdweller · 10-16-2017, 03:16 PM

Castle in the Clouds?

https://www.castleintheclouds.org/host-an-event/

The Ashland Common Man can accomodate up to 40 http://www.thecman.com/groups-and-special-events/ and gives you a good excuse to limit some of those people you don't really want to invite

Mskelt · 10-16-2017, 04:16 PM

Look at Whitegate Farm in Tamworth. They are amazing

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Reilly · 10-16-2017, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Major

They just redid their event venue. Beautiful job! We recently attended an anniversary party there, and had a wonderful time. Call Tim at 279-6661. He will help you with catering options. You won't be disappointed.

I agree, went to same anniversary party I'm sure, they did a great job there & Jill & Tim are the Best

BroadHopper · 10-17-2017, 06:33 AM

On 106 near the Laconia border. Great food and atmosphere!

Major · 10-17-2017, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Reilly

I agree, went to same anniversary party I'm sure, they did a great job there & Jill & Tim are the Best

It's a small world. I agree with the sentiment about Tim and Jill, although I may be biased.

mcdude · 10-17-2017, 07:33 AM

The Gilmanton Winery can accommodate up to 60 in their indoor facility.

http://www.gilmantonwinery.com/

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For smaller intimate weddings or events, our inside facility can accommodate up to 60 guests. Our onsite chef will provide food for these events if so desired.

Dave M · 10-17-2017, 08:49 AM

How about the Mount. The Mount was at Wolfeboro last weekend, stayed in port for a shindig for Brewster Academy. Nephew's daughter goes there.

Dave M

bobio · 10-18-2017, 01:46 PM

Thanks for all the recommendations. I will be checking into them soon.

10-16-2017, 08:23 AM	#1
bobio Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: South Shore, Ma./ South Down Shores, N.H. Posts: 60 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Venue for wedding rehearsal dinner We are looking for a venue that can handle 40 to 50 people for a wedding rehearsal dinner on July 13th. Needs to be within 30 minutes of Meredith. We have been looking but we haven't had any luck. Thought someone might have an idea? Thanks in advance.

10-16-2017, 11:11 AM	#7
Little Bear Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 577 Thanks: 124 Thanked 247 Times in 133 Posts	What about this place? http://steelehillresorts.com/restaurant/ I have never been there or heard anything about it (good or bad). But it looks like a nice place from their website. Anyone ever try it?

10-16-2017, 11:27 AM	#8
mneck1814 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Hartford, VT/Moultonborough Posts: 95 Thanks: 25 Thanked 60 Times in 22 Posts	Winnipesaukee Belle The Winnipesaukee Belle could probably pick you and your guests up right at the Meredith Town Docks. http://www.wolfeboroinn.com/winnipesaukeebelle-en.html

10-16-2017, 01:17 PM	#9
Phantom Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Berlin, Ma / Gilford Posts: 1,934 Thanks: 450 Thanked 605 Times in 341 Posts	Ellacoya Barn & Grille has a beautiful new function area upstairs ..... That would put you just inside your 30 min range But I agree -- the "Belle" would be a show stopper and I have seen her in Meredith Bay before (not sure if just cruzin or an actual pick up) .... worth a phone call to see . __________________ *A bad day on the Big Lake (although I've never had one) - Still beats a day at the office!!*

10-16-2017, 03:16 PM	#11
neckdweller Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Moultonborough & Southern NH Posts: 133 Thanks: 6 Thanked 37 Times in 18 Posts	Castle in the Clouds? https://www.castleintheclouds.org/host-an-event/ The Ashland Common Man can accomodate up to 40 http://www.thecman.com/groups-and-special-events/ and gives you a good excuse to limit some of those people you don't really want to invite Last edited by neckdweller; 10-16-2017 at 03:23 PM. Reason: added more info

10-16-2017, 08:32 AM	#2
Blyblvrd Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Londonderry & Moultonborough Posts: 154 Thanks: 86 Thanked 26 Times in 20 Posts	The new Woodshed? Sent from my iPad using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app

10-16-2017, 10:39 AM	#5
Descant Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Merrimack and Welch Island Posts: 4,248 Thanks: 1,301 Thanked 1,598 Times in 1,034 Posts	"Looking but haven't had any luck" Does this mean already booked, wrong menu style, not enough space? What type venue are you looking for? Only restaurants? Your date, a Thursday should be easier than a weekend. Gunstock does weddings and events and you can get group discounts for the adventure park. You can do a private lounge on the Mount Washington. Rent a tent and hire a caterer.

10-16-2017, 11:03 AM	#6
bobio Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: South Shore, Ma./ South Down Shores, N.H. Posts: 60 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	The wedding is at Church Landing so we are looking for a different venue to have the dinner. The Woodshed was the best option but they cannot accommodate that number of people and due to the fact that we are in the busy season our options are limited. The O Streak House does not do large parties nor does the Canoe.

10-16-2017, 03:08 PM	#10
kauriel Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Laconia, N. MA Posts: 290 Thanks: 119 Thanked 62 Times in 44 Posts	Have you considered other Common Man properties such as Lago or Lakehouse Grille? You could also look at Hart's Turkey Farm or Akwa Marina for different additional options.

10-16-2017, 04:16 PM	#12
Mskelt Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 16 Thanks: 13 Thanked 23 Times in 7 Posts	Look at Whitegate Farm in Tamworth. They are amazing Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app

10-17-2017, 06:33 AM	#14
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,560 Thanks: 3,178 Thanked 1,097 Times in 790 Posts	Tavern 27 On 106 near the Laconia border. Great food and atmosphere! __________________ Someday may never be an actual day.

10-17-2017, 08:49 AM	#17
Dave M Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 395 Thanks: 4 Thanked 26 Times in 24 Posts	Something different How about the Mount. The Mount was at Wolfeboro last weekend, stayed in port for a shindig for Brewster Academy. Nephew's daughter goes there. Dave M

10-18-2017, 01:46 PM	#18
bobio Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: South Shore, Ma./ South Down Shores, N.H. Posts: 60 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Thanks for all the recommendations. I will be checking into them soon.