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Updated Oct 14, 2024From the Mountains to the Seaside, These Are the Best Small Wedding Venues in NH
Which of New Hampshire's top spots will you choose?
If you're dreaming of small wedding venues in NH, you've come to the right spot. From picturesque inns where all your friends and family can tuck in for the weekend and celebrate your new marriage to elegant, seaside restaurants ready to wow you with spreads of fresh ocean fish, there are so many ways to take advantage of all New Hampshire has to offer on your wedding day. Before you get there though, you first have to plan your small wedding, which includes choosing the best small wedding venue for you. To help you on this journey, we've rounded up the best venues New Hampshire has for intimate weddings.
Blue Bear Inn in Francestown, New Hampshire
An urban farmhouse set among 63 rolling acres, the Blue Bear Inn is one of the most charming small rustic wedding venues in NH. With 13 rooms to house friends and family, you and your guests will enjoy the inn's two dining rooms and chef-curated menus that host up to 65 people for seated dinners or 30 for formal, four-course plated meals. With a heated pool, deck and beautiful outdoor space to wander, there is plenty to do over the course of a wedding weekend here while enjoying the quiet, New Hampshire countryside.
Guest Capacity: 30 for formal reception, 65 for buffet reception, 120 outside in lawn tent
Christmas Farm Inn & Spa in Jackson, New Hampshire
The Christmas Farm Inn & Spa should be a go-to as far as small, intimate wedding venues in NH go. Their value package accommodates between 30 and 85 guests and includes four wedding vendors: a baker, DJ, florist and officiant, as well as all the food you can eat. This offer lets couples tie the knot in front of the 12-foot fieldstone fireplace and have a party after in the barn. While the Inn has 41 rooms able to accommodate 145 overnight guests, many couples rent the Carriage House for an after-party, which has 12 suites and a great room. There is also a spa on-site to help everyone get ready for the big day, making this one of the best all-inclusive small wedding venues in the White Mountains of NH.
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Guest Capacity: 30-85
Highland House in Tamworth, New Hampshire
What better way to have a quintessential New Hampshire wedding than renting an antique bed and breakfast with a cozy ambiance? That's what you get at Highland House in Tamworth. While the home itself has five guest bedrooms upstairs, events are held at the Coopers Shed, a small wedding venue for up to 50 people with a rustic, 18th-century farm vibe. From the wood rugs and eclectic wooden chairs to the vintage decor, this venue exudes an authenticity that will come through in photographs wherever you are on the property.
Guest Capacity: 50 in Coopers Shed, more if tent added on lawn
The Bedford Village Inn in Bedford, New Hampshire
Only 10 miles from the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, The Bedford Village Inn is an excellent choice for weddings with lots of folks coming from out of town. With multiple intimate and bespoke settings for a small soiree, there are many ways to customize your special day. From tying the knot in the cherry wood paneled Overlook Room, which has two private balconies, to celebrating with a plated dinner in the Wine Bar or the bright Porch dining room, there's a space for any celebration at this small wedding venue in NH.
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Guest Capacity: 30 in Corks Wine Bar, 80 in Charolais Room, 250 in Great Hall, 45 in The Overlook Room, 35 on The Porch private dining room, 12 in East and West Dining Rooms and 16 in the Gordon Room
The Manor at the Van Horn Estate in Holderness, New Hampshire
Tucked on 12 acres overlooking both Squam Lake and the White Mountains, the Van Horn Estate is ready to make its mark as one of the best small wedding venues in New Hampshire. Florida developer Isaac Van Horn oversaw the construction of the home in the early 1900s, and in doing so brought in the best craftsmen and artisans from around the country to ensure every detail was just so. This attention to detail can still be seen today at The Manor, which hosts weddings between 25 and 50 people. With accommodations on-site and activities such as kayaking and fishing on the lake, this exquisite getaway is a romantic spot to exchange your vows.
Guest Capacity: 25-50
Rosewood Landing in Silver Lake, New Hampshire
Landscaped grounds, both indoor and outdoor venue options and a lake view are just a few of the things you'll experience with a wedding at Rosewood Landing. Tucked on the waterfront of Silver Lake, this inn's five guest rooms host up to 14 overnight guests and hold up to 35 for an indoor celebration. For slightly larger weddings, use the outdoor pavilion for your reception of up to 50 people. Ceremonies can take place lakeside, providing an idyllic view. With options to host a rehearsal dinner or morning after brunch, Rosewood Landing is a delightful option as far as small, indoor wedding venues in NH go.
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Guest Capacity: 35 in The Great Room, 50 in the outdoor pavilion
Adair Country Inn and Restaurant in Bethlehem, New Hampshire
Everyone who visits the Adair Country Inn and Restaurant enters the grounds through a birch tree-lined driveway as they take in the 182 acres of White Mountain National Forest surrounding the property. Soon, you'll see the Adair garden, which was designed by the Olmsted brothers, the same pair that designed Central Park in New York City. Couples can exchange vows and celebrate here or inside in the restaurant, tearoom or den with up to 40 people. The restaurant's executive chef will prepare a meal for all before they retire to the inn's eleven rooms. After a three-course breakfast the next morning, everyone is welcome to explore the 210 acres the inn owns. If this sounds like a magical New England wedding weekend, we're right there with you, and that's why it was a no-brainer for our list of small wedding venues in NH.
Guest Capacity: 40
The Solarium at Wentworth by the Sea Hotel & Spa in New Castle, New Hampshire
If you're hoping for big resort amenities when keeping your New Hampshire wedding at fewer than 50 people, consider the Solarium at Wentworth by the Sea Hotel & Spa. Located on Grand Island on New Hampshire's coast, this gorgeous hotel, spa and wedding venue marries traditional New England elegance with a coastal, modern vibe. While there are plenty of spots for a blowout bash, the hotel's Solarium and semi-private dining rooms host 30 people for a wedding celebration. With plenty of guest rooms and three bi-level Turret Suites that give you a bird's eye view of Little Harbor, you'll likely want to stay here for your honeymoon.
Guest Capacity: 30 in Solarium
The Dive in Alton Bay, New Hampshire
Hoping for a unique New Hampshire wedding? Book The Dive, a floating bar, restaurant and wedding venue docked on Lake Winnipesaukee. Captains Jamie and Betsy are ready to take you and 70 of your friends and family aboard their double-decker boat for a wedding party. Exchange vows out on the lake, have a cocktail hour and dinner, and if you want to keep the party going, put on the suits and party down at the swim-up bar when the boat is stopped.
Guest Capacity: 70
Cafe Lafayette Dinner Train in North Woodstock, New Hampshire
The Cafe Lafayette Dinner Train truly delivers a one-of-a-kind view of the White Mountains. The vintage rail car is decked out in a classic 1950s style as it takes passengers through forests, over bridges and by a Christmas tree farm. During the two-hour journey, staff serve guests a five-course meal while helping the couple make their journey distinctive. This is a wonderful option for those looking for wedding venues in NH for small weddings that are just a bit different than your usual celebration.
Guest Capacity: 50
Martingale Wharf in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
While New Hampshire is full of picturesque inns tucked away in the mountains, you might be looking for a little more elegance or refinement for your day. If so, consider the Martingale Wharf in Portsmouth. The restaurant and bar sits right on the end of the Piscataqua River, giving you a fresh ocean breeze and a view of Maine across the water. The floor-to-ceiling windows that can open up allow plenty of natural light in as well. The venue's West Lounge room holds up to 45 people, while the East Lounge hosts up to 50 with sunset views. Larger parties can rent the full restaurant, which has a circular bar and a waterfront deck and is altogether prepared for events of 200. All in all, this is one of the best Portsmouth, NH small wedding venues.
Guest Capacity: 45 in West Lounge, 50 in East Lounge, 200 with full buyout
Oscar Barn Wedding Venue in Hooksett, New Hampshire
Rustic and elegant, the Oscar Barn Wedding Venue is a wonderful option for those looking for small wedding venues in Manchester, NH. Just ten minutes outside the town and an hour from Boston, the Oscar Barn is a 19th-century relic that the owners lovingly restored with modern amenities that can host up to 80 people. With large wood beams and chandeliers, guests will enjoy the ambiance while dancing the night away. Couples hoping for a large photo gallery will love the options here, as there is a large Veranda Deck for cocktail hour, plenty of rolling hills and overlooks of the nearby Hip Peas Farm. Catering is provided with options like Boston baked stuffed haddock or roasted pork loin. An on-site farmhouse accommodates 16 overnight guests and the owners are excited to customize wedding packages to help you achieve the wedding you want within your budget.
Guest Capacity: 80 in the barn, 120 in an outdoor tent
