Micro Wedding Ideas and Venues

The historic York Harbor Inn is the ideal spot for an oceanside wedding along the stunning Maine coast. The 62-room upscale country inn can accommodate a wedding of up to 200 guests. The hotel is only an hour north of Boston’s Logan International Airport and 30 minutes south of Portland International Airport.

The hotel has more than 5,000 square feet of function space set within seven private and beautifully decorated rooms – many with ocean views. The Inn’s Yorkshire Ballroom is an elegant 3,000-square-foot space with 35-foot Cathedral ceilings and a dramatic skylight atrium.

At the York Harbor Inn, it’s easy to have your wedding reception, rehearsal dinner and showers all at the same location. The hotel has a complete range of catering on premises, under the watchful eye of a certified executive chef.

For a one-of-a-kind ceremony on Boston’s famed North Shore, bring your family and friends together for the big day at the Hotel Salem, a trendy 44-room boutique hotel with a unique history and a matchless décor in downtown Salem. Housed in a former upscale apparel store, the inn epitomizes sophisticated travel in the 21st century and is the perfect spot for contemporary couples to tie the knot in Massachusetts.

The hotel’s beautifully appointed function spaces can accommodate your small group with plenty of space for the ceremony and reception afterwards. Gather with friends and loved ones in the guest lounge or come together at the rooftop bar for a celebratory toast overlooking the city lights. Then step right outside the hotel’s front doors and enjoy the magic of Salem at your fingertips.

Camden’s favorite boutique hotel, Whitehall, has indoor and outdoor wedding venue choices that can accommodate your coastal Maine wedding party of up to 115 people. From a roomy and comfortable lobby area to gather and relax to sprawling front porches, two larger patios and an enticing outdoor fire pit and lounge space, Whitehall provides a spectacular and distinctive venue for your Maine wedding experience.

The historic Camden inn was completely reimagined in 2015. Today, Whitehall has both indoor and outdoor venue possibilities – one of which is brilliantly lit 85-seat event space available for rehearsals and receptions. Sliding partitions can be used to divide the inn’s larger venue into two separate spaces for a smaller rehearsal or reception. Full-property buy-outs are available for those looking to host larger groups.

The majestic Berkshire Mountains of western Massachusetts are a picture-perfect backdrop for New England nuptials for only a few select attendees. The Inn at Stockbridge encompasses the rustic aesthetic of the Berkshires while accentuating the finer points of modern luxury living only two hours from Boston and three hours from New York City.

The inn offers outdoor spaces covering six acres of lawns, meadows and forests highlighted with wraparound porches, patios and a gorgeous pool area set amongst mature trees. Indoors, your day to remember can culminate with nuptials next to a roaring fireplace in the library or living room, at the grand staircase next to an elegant grand piano. The hotel’s main dining room makes for an excellent indoor reception space.

At 16 Bay View in Camden, couples can reserve the expansive Curtis-Bok Banquet Room for a shindig with up to 120 attendees. For a more intimate affair, smaller groups of up to 45 guests can congregate on the hotel’s intimate rooftop terrace, called The View, which overlooks both Camden Harbor and Camden Hills. The 21-room boutique hotel has a definitive vibe that’s all it's own in the heart of the thriving shopping district of fashionable Camden.

To kick off the event, have your guests meet up in The Vintage Bar, the inn’s lobby bar, for hors d’oeuvres and refreshing cocktails. From there, move to the ballroom for an unforgettable dinner serviced by the hotel’s event specialists and accompanying support staff. Afterwards, head up to The View for a celebratory toast overlooking the city and the sea.

The Nonantum is a family resort that offers the quintessential Kennebunkport wedding experience along Maine’s rocky coast. Consistently named one of the state’s best wedding venues, the inn is a popular destination for nuptials during the spring, summer and fall. At Nonantum, weddings come complete with exceptional service, award-winning cuisine, creative menus, waterfront views and dancing under the stars with friends and loved ones. The boutique hotel is only an hour and a half north of Boston.

The hotel has a few excellent lodging options for your guests. The Victorian-era Carriage House has a classic nautical inn ambiance while the Portside Lodge has a more modern coastal inn feel. The inn is only steps from scenic Ocean Avenue, Dock Square, boat and trolley tours, and the beaches. The on-site restaurant, 95 Ocean, is one of the best spots for authentic seafood like freshly caught salmon, lobster, and scallops.

Mount Washington is one of the most picturesque wedding destinations in New England. At the Glen House at the base of the Mt. Washington Auto Road, lovebirds can plan an indoor or outdoor wedding ceremony for up to 250 guests. The 68-room inn has a creative and professional team that will work with you to customize your event from top to bottom – from simple ceremonies for a select few to larger gatherings that are more formal.

The Glen House has 5,000 square feet of flexible space, including lawn and tented space, outdoor patios and balconies. Facilities are just off the Auto Road and Great Glen Trails, and present spectacular views of Mt. Washington and the surrounding wilderness. It is close to excellent downhill skiing and snowboarding, along with world-class golf. From base to summit, the region offers adventure at every turn for all four seasons.

Elegantly furnished, with touches of traditional New England charm, the Inn at Middletown has sophisticated wedding and event facilities in the center of the Connecticut River Valley. Originally built in the early 19th century as a private residence, today this completely refreshed boutique hotel retains the opulence and grace of its historic past. Surrounded by Colonial-era furnishings, mahogany paneled walls and a spectacular, two-story curved staircase, your special occasion will certainly be a day to remember.

The inn provides plenty of space for romantic dinners, intimate gatherings and wedding banquets for up to 100 attendees. The Weitzman Room and Wesleyan Room can easily accommodate up to 90 guests and have big picture windows overlooking Middletown's iconic Main Street. The mahogany-paneled Patriot Room is ideal for a smaller gathering.

Located just steps from the beach on Cape Cod Bay, the Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club is the destination you’ll want for a classic New England wedding where you can dip your toes in the sand. The recently renovated luxury hotel has classic bedrooms and villa accommodations right on the beach.

The Mansion at Ocean Edge Resort offers 90 luxury rooms and the cape’s only Nicklaus Design Golf Course. There’s also a private warm water beach, a bar, a spa, five pools, three restaurants, world-class tennis, direct access to the 26-mile Cape Cod Rail Trail, croquet on the front lawn, bonfires on the beach and stand-up paddleboarding on Blueberry Pond. The Villages side spans 380 emerald acres and offers spacious one-, two- and three-bedroom villas with a chic, quintessentially Cape Cod décor.