Wedding Venues in Maine

Maine weddings come with built-in beauty. The coast provides dramatic backdrops. Historic estates offer elegance. Rustic barns capture New England charm. And the light—that particular Maine light that painters have chased for centuries—makes every photograph memorable. Couples choose Maine for the setting, stay for the experience, and remember it forever.

This guide covers venue options across Maine, from intimate elopements to grand celebrations.

Oceanfront Venues

Luxury Coastal

Cliff House Maine (Cape Neddick) Dramatic cliffside resort overlooking the Atlantic. Indoor and outdoor ceremony options with crashing waves below.

Capacity: Up to 200
Style: Elegant coastal luxury
Highlights: Ocean views from every angle, on-site accommodations, full resort amenities
Season: Year-round

Newagen Seaside Inn (Southport) Historic inn on the tip of Southport Island with 270-degree ocean views.

Capacity: Up to 150
Style: Classic Maine
Highlights: Sunset ceremonies, lawn receptions, charming cottages
Season: May-October

The Colony Hotel (Kennebunkport) Grand historic hotel on Ocean Avenue with classic New England elegance.

Capacity: Up to 200
Style: Historic grandeur
Highlights: Oceanfront lawn, classic architecture, established reputation
Season: May-October

Spruce Point Inn (Boothbay Harbor) Waterfront resort on a private peninsula with multiple venue options.

Capacity: Up to 175
Style: Relaxed coastal
Highlights: Private peninsula, harbor views, on-site lodging
Season: May-October

Intimate Coastal

Inn by the Sea (Cape Elizabeth) Boutique hotel near Crescent Beach with lawns overlooking the ocean.

Capacity: Up to 100
Style: Refined beach elegance
Highlights: Beach access, environmentally conscious, intimate scale

Stage Neck Inn (York Harbor) Classic seaside hotel with harbor views and sandy beach.

Capacity: Up to 120
Style: Traditional coastal
Highlights: Beach setting, ocean ceremony, harbor views

Point Lookout (Northport) Blufftop venue overlooking Penobscot Bay with stunning sunset views.

Capacity: Up to 175
Style: Modern coastal
Highlights: Panoramic bay views, private setting, flexible spaces

Barn and Farm Venues

Rustic Elegance

Hardy Farm (Fryeburg) Beautifully restored 18th-century barn with mountain views.

Capacity: Up to 250
Style: Refined rustic
Highlights: Mountain backdrop, historic barn, elegant renovation
Season: May-October

Granite Ridge Estate (Norway) Mountaintop venue with panoramic western Maine views.

Capacity: Up to 200
Style: Rustic mountain
Highlights: Private estate, mountain views, on-site lodging

Barns of Wesleyan Hills (Scarborough) Historic barn venue close to Portland with elegant restoration.

Capacity: Up to 200
Style: Classic barn wedding
Highlights: Convenient location, beautiful renovation, professional management

Pineland Farms (New Gloucester) Working farm with multiple venue options from intimate to grand.

Capacity: Varies by space
Style: Active farm setting
Highlights: Beautiful grounds, versatile spaces, farm-to-table options

Authentic Farm

Thompson’s Orchards (New Gloucester) Orchard wedding venue with apple blossom and fall options.

Capacity: Up to 150
Style: Working orchard
Highlights: Seasonal blooms, harvest atmosphere, family farm

Sweetser’s Apple Barrel (Cumberland) Apple farm venue with fall wedding specialty.

Capacity: Up to 150
Style: Farm authentic
Highlights: Apple orchard ceremony, country atmosphere

Estate and Garden Venues

Historic Estates

Victoria Mansion (Portland) Stunning Italianate mansion for intimate celebrations with extraordinary architecture.

Capacity: Up to 100
Style: Victorian opulence
Highlights: Architectural treasure, Portland location, museum quality

Hildene (Nearby in Vermont) While just over the border, Lincoln family estate worth mentioning for couples exploring New England options.

Garden Settings

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens (Boothbay) 270-acre gardens with multiple ceremony and reception locations.

Capacity: Varies by space
Style: Manicured natural beauty
Highlights: Garden settings, waterfront options, photography paradise

McLaughlin Garden (South Paris) Perennial gardens in western Maine with intimate charm.

Capacity: Up to 150
Style: Garden wedding
Highlights: Beautiful gardens, peaceful setting, western Maine

Island Venues

Accessible Islands

Peaks Island Portland Harbor island with multiple venue options accessible by frequent ferry.

Options: The Inn on Peaks Island, private rentals
Experience: Island escape, easy Portland access

Chebeague Island Inn (Chebeague Island) Historic inn on Casco Bay island with waterfront celebrations.

Capacity: Up to 100
Style: Island elegance
Highlights: True island experience, beautiful setting

Remote Islands

Monhegan Island Artist colony island 12 miles offshore for adventurous couples seeking unique experience.

Options: The Island Inn, private arrangements
Experience: True escape, dramatic cliffs, artist community

Mountain and Lake Venues

Sunday River (Newry) Ski resort with mountain wedding options year-round.

Capacity: Varies
Style: Mountain resort
Highlights: Mountain backdrop, ski lift ceremonies, resort amenities

Rangeley Lakes Multiple options in the lakes and mountains region.

Style: Wilderness elegance
Options: Rangeley Inn, Lakewood Camps, private rentals

Camp Wawenock (Raymond) Summer camp turned wedding venue on Sebago Lake.

Capacity: Up to 200
Style: Summer camp nostalgia
Highlights: Lake setting, camp atmosphere, cabin lodging

Portland Area

Urban Options

Portland Regency (Portland) Historic armory in Old Port for urban celebrations.

Capacity: Up to 200
Style: Historic urban
Highlights: Old Port location, brick architecture

Portland Company Complex Industrial space conversions with waterfront access.

Style: Industrial chic
Options: Various event spaces

Ocean Gateway (Portland) Waterfront venue with harbor views and modern facilities.

Capacity: Up to 300
Style: Modern waterfront
Highlights: Casco Bay views, downtown access

Just Outside Portland

York Golf and Tennis Club (York) Coastal club with ocean views and established event services.

Wentworth by the Sea (New Castle, NH) Just over the border, grand historic hotel with comprehensive wedding services.

Unique Venues

Portland Head Light Ceremonies near Maine’s most famous lighthouse (Fort Williams Park).

Note: Restrictions apply; reception elsewhere
Experience: Iconic Maine imagery

Windjammer Schooners Exchange vows under sail on a historic schooner.

Options: Multiple schooners in Camden and Rockland
Experience: Unique, memorable, intimate

Sebasco Harbor Resort (Phippsburg) Historic resort with waterfront options and on-site lodging.

The Frances (Portland) Boutique hotel with rooftop venue and urban sophistication.

Planning Considerations

Timing

Peak Season (June-September):

Best weather
Highest demand and prices
Book 12-18 months ahead

Shoulder Season (May, October):

Good weather possible
Lower rates
Foliage weddings (October)

Off-Season (November-April):

Lowest rates
Indoor venues essential
Winter wonderland possibilities

Guest Accommodations

Many venues offer or coordinate:

On-site lodging
Room blocks at nearby hotels
Cottage and inn recommendations
Transportation coordination

Weather Planning

Maine weather is unpredictable:

Always have indoor backup plan
Tent rentals common for outdoor receptions
June can be cool; September can be warm
Fog is possible on coast any time

Vendor Considerations

Catering:

Many venues require in-house catering
Barn venues often allow outside caterers
Local sourcing increasingly popular

Photography:

Maine light is extraordinary
Sunset timing varies dramatically by season
Fog can create magic (or challenges)

Florals:

Maine-grown flowers available seasonally
Wildflower aesthetic suits Maine style
Plan for transportation to remote venues

Cost Considerations

Luxury oceanfront: $10,000-50,000+ venue rental Barn venues: $3,000-15,000 venue rental Estate rentals: $5,000-25,000+ Island venues: Varies widely; factor in logistics

Additional costs:

Catering ($100-300+ per person)
Tent rental if needed ($3,000-15,000)
Transportation for guests
Lodging for wedding party
Ferry or boat if island venue

Questions to Ask Venues

What’s included in the venue fee?
Is there an on-site coordinator?
What are catering requirements/options?
What’s the backup plan for weather?
What are lodging options for guests?
Are there noise restrictions?
When can vendors access for setup?
What photography locations are available?
What dates are available?
What’s the deposit and cancellation policy?

Maine weddings blend natural beauty with genuine warmth. Whether you choose a grand oceanfront estate or an intimate barn celebration, Maine provides settings that feel both extraordinary and authentic. The right venue matches your vision, accommodates your guests, and lets the remarkable beauty of Maine do what it does best—create lasting memories.