Do you hear wedding bells on the horizon? The Western White Mountains is an incredible year-round wedding destination for couples seeking a stunning background on their wedding day. With a variety of resorts and venues, there are tons of options that will fit the style and budget for all couples. Most venues can host weddings ranging from elopements and intimate weddings to large parties of up to 150 guests.
From mountaintops offering panoramic views to rustic, centuries old New England farmhouses, your perfect wedding venue is located in the Western White Mountains. Get married under the summer sun by the Pemigewasset River or amongst the kaleidoscope of changing leaves during the fall or even on the ski hill, the possibilities are endless.
Adair Inn – Bethlehem, New Hampshire
Located halfway between Boston and Montreal, the historic Adair Inn is the perfect setting for your quaint New England wedding. Built in 1927 by famous Washington DC trial lawyer Frank Hogan as a wedding gift to his only daughter, the Adair Inn was literally built for romance and weddings.
If your Pinterest is full of picturesque outdoor garden weddings, then you’ll fall head over heels with the Adair garden. Designed by the Olmsted brothers, all eyes will be on you as you walk down the aisle through large decorative iron gates to exchange your vows. The outdoor tent can host up to 120 guests. For more intimate weddings or elopements, the restaurant, cozy tearoom, and recreation den can be transformed into your ceremony space and reception hall. With an in-house wedding planner, your wedding day will be stress-free and memorable.
Cascade Park – North Woodstock, New Hampshire
Overlooking the rushing Pemigewasset River, Cascade Park is a popular spot in North Woodstock for outdoor wedding ceremonies and wedding photos. The brick pathway leading down to the riverbank makes the ideal walkway for the bride. By partnering with local vendors, such as the Woodstock Inn, you can design your perfect outdoor wedding ceremony overlooking the beautiful river.
Indian Head Resort – Lincoln, New Hampshire
Offering one of the premier locations to say “I do,” Indian Head Resort is a beautiful wedding destination year-round. The resort sits on 180 acres surrounded by the White Mountains. Since the 1930s, Indian Head Resort has hosted hundreds of weddings for couples from around the world. Offering two outdoor ceremony options, your wedding photos will sure to be showstoppers. The Arbor on Shadow Lake offers incredible panoramic views of the mountains especially in the autumn and the Traditional Gazebo is always a crowd favorite.
The Lakeview Room is the ideal location for your reception. With picturesque mountain views, a new patio, and tons of space for a dance floor and tables, you’ll celebrate in style with up to 160 guests. The extensive catering menu offers something for everyone. And don’t forget the grand finale – a fireworks show!
Loon Mountain – Lincoln, New Hampshire
Take your wedding to new heights by getting married on top of Loon Mountain surrounded by all your loved ones. Take the White Mountain Express Gondola to the summit where the Amphitheater offers panoramic views of the White Mountain National Forest and more. Continue your epic mountain wedding in the Octagon Lodge. Sitting up to 180 guests, the mountain lodge offers a quaint and rustic feel to your big day. Featuring post and beam construction, a stone fireplace, and incredibly large windows, your wedding photos will certainly be beautiful. Loon offers several wedding packages to meet every budget and vision so you can have your dream wedding.
The Mountain Club on Loon – Lincoln, New Hampshire
The Mountain Club on Loon is another incredible wedding destination. Say “I Do” on top of Loon Mountain and celebrate at the Mountain Club on Loon. Offering both an indoor and outdoor reception space, you can get married year-round with the Mountain Club. The lawn terrace is the perfect place to host a cocktail hour for your guests while you finish your wedding photos. The reception can take place in a tent or in the ballroom. Whether your choose a more intimate gathering or a party of your 150 closet friends and family, The Mountain Club on Loon can help you plan all the little details.
Loon Mtn Ministry – Lincoln, New Hampshire
You can’t get married without an officiant. Look no further than Loon Mtn Ministry! The staff will help you make your ceremony as special as you and a day that you’ll remember for the rest of your life.
Rocks Estate – Bethlehem, New Hampshire
The Rocks in the small mountain town of Bethlehem is a 1,400-acre property known locally as the Christmas tree farm. Open year-round, beyond the rows of Christmas trees are acres of gardens. Built in 1882 by John and Frances Glessner as their summer residence, the Big House is a 19-room Queen Anne style mansion. Over the years, the Glessners built many other buildings and gardens on the property. Unfortunately, the Big House was removed in the late 1940s. The Rocks is a beautiful place to host an intimate wedding amongst the spring flowers or fall foliage.
Franconia Inn – Franconia, New Hampshire
Built on 107 acres in 1863, the Franconia Inn offers breathtaking views of Franconia Notch and the Kinsman Range. Whether you’re looking for an intimate destination wedding resort with all the activities onsite or a beautiful location for your large wedding party, the Franconia Inn is an incredible place to host a wedding. Offering dates year-round, the historic inn can host both indoor and outdoor wedding receptions for up to 150 guests depending on your location. With a host of onsite activities, guests can turn your wedding weekend into a little vacation!
Woodstock Inn – North Woodstock, New Hampshire
While known for its delicious beer, the Woodstock Inn is also a popular wedding destination in the Western White Mountains. The Woodstock Inn has hosted quaint New England family style wedding ceremonies and receptions in its beautiful gardens and restaurant for decades. With a bed and breakfast, gardens, restaurant, and brewery, you and your guests don’t even have to leave the property during your wedding festivities. And the best part, you can have your own wedding beer!
Woodstock Farmhouse – North Woodstock, New Hampshire
The Western White Mountains newest wedding venue, the Woodstock Farmhouse, will become a fan favorite soon enough. A gathering place since 1890, the Woodstock Farmhouse is a newly renovated New England style farmhouse located on the banks of the Pemi River. If you’ve dreamed of a farmhouse -style wedding, then the Woodstock Farmhouse might be your ideal venue. Hosting small to larger weddings, the venue partners with multiple local vendors to create your dream wedding. Make it a weekend and let your whole wedding party stay in the old farmhouse with all the modern amenities you need for a memorable wedding weekend.
Seven Birches Winery – Lincoln, New Hampshire
Seven Birches Winery is a boutique winery located in the heart of downtown Lincoln. With two locations in the RiverWalk Resort at Loon Mountain and the Lincoln Village Shops, Seven Birches Winery can host your small wedding reception, happy hour, or provide you with customized wine for your wedding. Their wine also makes great gifts for your wedding party or favors for your guests. The vineyard at the RiverWalk Resort also makes a pretty backdrop for your wedding photos.
Get Married in the Western White Mountains
Your wedding day should be special. Visit the Western White Mountains today to book a beautiful and unique venue for your dream wedding. There are venues and vendors for all size weddings from elopements to large gatherings. Say “I Do” to the Western White Mountains. Check out our Wedding Guide for more information.
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