Bedford Village Inn

yson once said, “everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” We visited the Bedford Village Inn (BVI) and it punched us in the mouth! The BVI was the first venue we visited and as it turned out it was also the last. The plan went out the window, but so too did any hesitation or reservations that we could have had. From the stone steps up through the inviting entryway, to the wooden columns and beams accented by rustic chandeliers, your eyes will bounce around until they land on the grand arrangement of windows that tie it all together. The charm of this place grabbed a hold of us and would not let go. As we walked around we could not help but envision that special day and what it would look like. The BVI had everything we could possibly need and the best part was that it was all in one place. There was no need to arrange for additional transportation or lodging because nobody had to go anywhere! The ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, after party, and even the farewell brunch; all held on site. At the end of the day the venue really speaks for itself, but the thing that truly sets the BVI apart is the team that makes it all happen. From the jump we were made to feel like we mattered and each and every step of the way we were reminded of that through the actions and communication of the wonderful people that work here. Everyone that we encountered had a pleasant attitude and their efforts to ensure that our wedding day went off without a hitch will always be remembered. We’d like to single out a few people who we worked with the most as they left lasting impressions. It was an honor and a privilege to work with Nicolette and we are extremely appreciative of her guidance along the way. Now that we have officially made it through to the other side, we can both agree that planning a wedding is like putting together a thousand-piece jigsaw puzzle. However, the biggest and most challenging difference being that no one hands you a box containing the exact number of perfectly-fitting pieces that you’ll need to assemble to create the finished product. Freedom of choice is great and all, but can also be extremely overwhelming given the myriad of options that exist out there. For us, it was like Nicolette was sitting at the table right there with us as we tried to find the right puzzle pieces. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table and encouraged us to lean on her if/when we needed direction or assistance with anything. We cannot imagine having planned this wedding without Nicolette by our side and we hope she knows that the puzzle wouldn’t have come out the way it did (perfect!) without her. Thank you Nicolette! The BVI will always hold a special place in our hearts and we’re forever grateful to the venue and the staff for helping us to create a lifetime of memories. We’re already looking forward to visiting again in the future!

s, a midnight balloon drop and champagne toast, the night was seriously unforgettable. If you’re looking for a beautiful, winter wonderland wedding, look no further. Our friends and family were appalled by how beautiful the venue was and how the BVI truly is like it’s own little Christmas town. We did our rehearsal dinner at the BVI as well and it was SO much fun to have friends and family bustling all around the venue, Inn, and hotel all dressed up like we owned the whole place. If you’re looking for a venue that has EVERYTHING on site (which is exactly what we wanted) the BVI works perfectly. Between a beautiful hotel for family (The Grand), The Inn for the wedding party, the venue itself, The Tavern for drinks during some down time, The Overlook room for the rehearsal dinner, the apartments for the rehearsal after-party (if you’re like us haha), and a salon to get ready in with your girls- it’s literally PERFECT. We had our wedding party stay in The Inn and they thought it was so cool how they could walk to each other’s room so easily and could look down at our venue decorated to the nines. Not to mention the food is unbelievable. We got multiple comments on our wedding having the best food of any wedding people had been to. One person even mentioned it was the best filet they’d ever had. The next day 30 person brunch is sweet too, and definitely beneficial if you do an open bar and people need fuel the next day ha! A few downsides we faced- we got word quite a few people had to wait at The Inn front desk for a long time before anyone helped them (after ringing the bell) and often forgot to give them their complimentary champagne. If you’re looking to negotiate prices with a venue, this might not be the venue for you- it’s their way or no way. We loved the venue too much to turn it down due to this, but there is no negotiating. We had an issue with wanting to rent out the entire Inn and apartment suites for both nights- rehearsal and wedding, and due to the BVIs change in employment, they booked out an apartment to a random couple and wouldn’t budge when we wanted this taken care of (this was on the night of the wedding so was kind of a major bummer). Aside from a few complaints, I am SO glad we chose the BVI as our NYE wedding venue. I would send Nicolette super long emails with tons of questions and she would get back to me very timely and thoroughly. She was great! She also worked so diligently with us on special requests- making a balloon drop at midnight happen, sparklers as guests exit, and timing the midnight champagne toast up perfectly. Overall, we had such a spectacular NYE wedding/ party at the BVI!

re for the weekend, etc., and BVI truly had it all. In addition, the Great Hall is absolutely breathtaking in the winter months with the holiday decor and coziness. Brianna, our wedding coordinator, was the absolute BEST and assisted with all of our questions and ideas in the months/year leading up to our wedding day. She then worked closely with our day-of coordinator, Shannon, to ensure the day itself was absolutely perfect. From start to finish, we wouldn't have changed a thing about our experience with BVI. Also, we ended up using their recommended vendors for both our florist and DJ, and were so happy we did.

nough to stay until 5 on a weekday so my fiancé and I left work early at 3 to be there at 5. It poured rain, the traffic was horrendous, and it took us over 2 hours to drive 30 miles. When I called and emailed Brianna to say we would be 15 minutes late, she replied that she doesn’t work past 5 but would leave us a brochure and we could walk through the facilities ourselves. Seriously? Not what we took time off work and drove 2 hours for. Also didn’t leave a great impression as to how her and her staff would handle our wedding. This was our first time looking at a venue and it turned what should’ve been a fun and exciting experience into a disappointing disaster. After we took our “self-guided” tour, she never followed up. Felt like we weren’t a priority since we were having a smaller winter wedding and therefore less $$$. I also wasn’t impressed with the facilities. While the main hall is beautiful, the hotel feels old and the advertised outdoor “patio” for cocktail hour is tiny with a view of the parking lot. We decided to go with Willowdale Estate in Topsfield, MA, which is by far more beautiful and the staff could not be more attentive and accommodating. For those of you looking for a similar type venue at the same price point, check out Willowdale.

can't be beat for beauty and coziness—when we walked in the first time, while still scouting locations, my now-husband and I knew immediately it was the perfect place for our wedding. With all that said, it's certainly not an inexpensive location, so we were fortunate to be able to make it work. I'm so glad we chose the BVI, and it truly felt like the perfect wedding. :)

was incredibly responsive and guided us through the whole process 2 yrs out from our date, answering any question no matter how general or specific. We had our rehearsal dinner in the overlook room and found it just so convenient for our guests to have all activities localized to the property (versus busing people here and there). We had welcome gathering at the Grande lobby bar, and this was great too, but did feel a little tight at times. The FOOD is OUTSTANDING here.. our guests complimented us nonstop saying the filet was steakhouse quality and "this is the best wedding food we've ever had." If you want to be taken care of, you are on excellent hands here. It is a bit costly but you get what you pay for!

all of the set up and break down for you--a life saver! We had a bunch of family from out of town, so the hotel on-site was key, as was the salon. Brianna had everything down every step of the way, and was always willing to work with us on whatever we wanted, which was great peace of mind. The day-of coordinator and bridal assistant made the wedding ceremony and reception seamless and amazing. The Bedford Village Inn clearly does weddings often, and they will make your dream day come true. They did for me!

day of coordinator Shannon, everything was exactly how we imagined and more! When you spend as much time and effort planning as we did, it's nice to see your venue is just as thoughtful with their execution. Absolutely AMAZING!!

than on my own wedding day. The cops showed up and said don’t worry this happens “all the time” with the BVI. When a sober cop and multiple physician friends tried to talk to the security guard, he offered no explanation. I was told later one of my guests may have been smoking marijuana outside. No one told me this but instead they just called the police on me. When I signed my contract I was told the inn including the “milk room” was ours for the entirety of the night. Instead because of a drug incident weeks prior, you have to be in your rooms. If the wedding coordInator like in our case, states you can use the room for pizza etc at night do not believe it unless you want to risk being in handcuffs. On top of which, the bridal attendant and coordinator, aka Shannon, was extremely rude to the mother of the bride and the brides maids and were absentee the rest of the night “because we were mean to her.” Now weeks later everyone at work (I’m a medical resident) is only talking about the cops and not the fact we got married. I talked to the GM and the owner about these issues and the Arrogant GM just said I was lying essentially. The owner was very pleasant but on the other hand got fed false information about how his staff did no wrong and it was my guests fault that they mistreated me and my wife on our wedding day. Please stay away as it seems great leading up to the wedding but you may just be another victim of the cops being called on you on your wedding day.

d Shannon helped coordinate all the timeline and vendors seamlessly so that we could enjoy the day not have to worry about the details. The food was to die for and we really loved having so many options to choose from to make the menu our own. I cannot recommend the BVI enough, it was truly a magical time.

wedding and helped the bridal party and I navigate where and when we needed to be places. I cannot thank the Bedford Village Inn enough.

the BVI. The service, day of, was amazing. I literally did not lift a finger all day, Shannon and Marlena were on top of everything. Both were very positive and they put myself and my husband at ease all day long. We received compliments on the food all night and the following day. Unfortunately, we only got to eat a small portion of our dinner and it was thrown out before we had a chance to finish. Another slight negative was the bar closed a bit earlier than expected causing the party to come to a halt early. Both of the above negatives are very slight in comparison to the absolute professionalism of everyone at the BVI, from our amazing coordinators to the waitstaff. We highly recommend BVI for anyone getting married, you will be in great hands.

ng, to the care and attention while we got ready in the Bridal Suite, to the event itself, the team worked together like a beautiful symphony to ensure the most wonderful and memorable evening. Thank you to those who oversaw the wedding, preserved the cake top and the decorative flowers, and even helped us pack up. We all left with a big smile!

dinner here if you’d like!) The property is beautiful and well kept. My fiancé and I did not want a barn wedding or a ballroom wedding- but we wanted something in between, BVI was the perfect match! We have been calling it “rustic chic”:) Brianna, our planning coordinator at the BVI, is amazing. She is professional, kind, and thoughtful about her work. The food at the BVI is amazing— we did the buffet stations and our guests could not stop talking about how remarkable the food was. The brunch the morning after was also amazing! The wait staff were diligent and on top of EVERYTHING. When my husband and I were eating, Ashley (a member of the wait staff) stood by our table and kindly asked guests to give us a moment to eat. It helped my husband and I not look like the bad guys-everyone at the BVI was willing to help in any way they possibly could to make our wedding day a dream come true. Finally, the hotel rooms are luxurious and cozy. I cannot say enough positive things about the BVI. My husband and I will be returning year after year for our anniversaries!

and I fell in love with this place instantly. We made a weekend out of it, having the rehearsal dinner there and then staying the beautiful Grand hotel next door. We danced the night away at our wedding then had an after party in one the suites at the Inn. It’s awesome having your wedding party stay at the Inn because you have the entire place to yourselves. The day after the wedding we all had breakfast in the tavern and then some guests even stayed and we hung out in the outdoor salt water hot tub back at the Grand hotel. We got married in February and I never thought I wanted a winter wedding but after researching dozens of places and realizing how expensive places are, we decided to book the Bedford Village Inn. They give you such good deals and you get a lot for your money. All of our guests are still raving how nice this place is! Do yourselves a favor and check this place out! You will not be disappointed!!

level of service, attention to detail and work the BVI was willing to put in to make your wedding exactly what we had in mind. Nicolette was our wedding coordinator throughout the planning process and she is absolutely incredible. We happened to be getting married the same weekend as her so we had some help from other staff members during the event (all of this we knew far in advance) and no one missed a beat. They set up absolutely everything, were attentive to us throughout the weekend, and made the event a night we will never, ever forget. They completely managed the event for us from a coordination standpoint, but even the little things stood out to us like giving us champagne as soon as we walked down the aisle after our ceremony, following us around with appetizers during the cocktail hour, gathering my bouquet and our cake topper and placing them in our room so we wouldn't forget them. On top of everything, we received and are still receiving compliments about how gorgeous the venue was and how wonderful the food was. I can't say enough about this wonderful venue and their staff. You will not regret booking with them, and the icing on the cake is that you can always go back to stay and celebrate your anniversary! Thank you for everything Nicolette and BVI Staff!!

ay of the wedding were very attentive and professional and made sure the venue looked beautiful to celebrate our wedding day! All guests complemented how beautiful the venue was and how delicious the food was!

everything in between. They went above and beyond to make our day everything it should have been. We worked with two different coordinators (one left) and both were responsive, kind, and so helpful. If you get Brianna as your coordinator, you’ll be in great hands. All of the staff were great and it’s all so beautiful. They all truly pay attention to details and it makes a difference. It’s definitely not cheap but it is worth the money in our opinion! We originally wanted to get married Labor Day Weekend but it was pre-booked TWO YEARS IN ADVANCE! WE chose a different date a week earlier. If this is your top choice, don’t delay! We would 100% recommend it!

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to relax and enjoy the day with our family and friends. We could not have planned our wedding without Melissa Samaras!!! She was a complete godsend: patient (no question was ever too small), accessible (always made herself available and was quick to respond), flexible (went the extra mile to make sure our needs were met), knowledgeable (provided great guidance as we planned our multicultural wedding), professional (great at her job and a complete pleasure to work with)! Planning a wedding can be hard work and Melissa was incredibly helpful over the almost 10 months of planning. The venue itself is beautiful and the grounds and rooms are well taken care of. The BVI was the perfect choice for us and our wedding day really exceeded our expectations. We are so appreciative of the support of the entire BVI staff!

od tasting, to our final detail meetings and to our wedding! They were so professional, helpful, organized and genuinely happy to help plan our wedding day. Brianna was so thoughtful and attentive throughout the entire process. Nicolette even came to see me walk down the aisle on her day off. She was so calming right before I walked down the aisle! The venue is beautiful. The wait staff and bridal attendant Sarah were fabulous and so attentive. Give all these ladies a raise, they deserve it! Thank you to the BVI, Brianna, Nicolette and Sarah! Also Diane in group bookings was wonderful to work with. She deserves a raise too! We can’t wait to return to spend the night for our wedding anniversary, hopefully even sooner!

le, her attention to detail made me (who wants to make sure I have thought of every last detail) relax and enjoy the process. Everything from the tour of the property to the tasting to dropping off our items the week of the wedding went seamlessly. Our guests are still talking about the cocktail hour in the garden, the speciality cocktails, the incredible food, the brunch the next morning and the staff who were so kind and so accommodating and just the property overall. They also took special care of a family member in a wheelchair who needed special access to the garden and a bathroom, as well as our guests with food allergies. We were also in awe of how accommodating they were for Dan and I. They got my veil and clips back to the room, helped us check in, had a wonderful dessert, champagne and pieces of our wedding cake waiting for us in our room after the wedding ended. We also had a congratulations note from our bridal attendant which was such a special surprise. Bedford Village Inn is the most warm and welcoming venue, I cannot wait to go back for an anniversary trip! :)

worry about a thing! The food was amazing, the décor in the Great Hall was stunning, and the service was great. It was so nice to have the whole Inn to ourselves the night of the wedding, we had a blast. Kelly was my bridal attendant and she took care of my husband and I the whole night. Cannot recommend this place enough! Loved everything about it.

continued support throughout the entire process made all the difference. In addition it was so nice having the venue, hotels, salon and tavern all at the same location. We parked on Friday and did not have to drive again until we left on Sunday. We would like t0 express our thanks for a job very well done.

many questions. Something else I appreciated was we never felt like we were getting up sold - Nicolette would give us her honest opinion which in many cases, ended in us choosing a less expensive option then we initially thought. The day of our wedding went off without a hitch. It being a winter wedding, the Great Hall was beautifully decorated for Christmas, and Nicolette and her team even worked the day before to remove some items that read a little too Christmassy for us. The hall truly sparkled with candals and white fairy lights. Once guests arrived the entire hall felt so warm and full of love. The ceremony took place inside, and while we were a little concerned about switching it over for the reception, the staff at the BVI are true professionals and had the entire room switched over before people came back from their first cocktail! Dinner was astounding, people were shocked how a venue could possibly cook over 100 filets perfectly!! Once dancing started the Inn transformed into a room full of dancing and did not stop until the last shuttle bus left. Having the entire Inn to ourselves for the evening was so special, and meant the party did not have to stop as we went to the Summit Suite for the after party. The entire evening felt like we were in our own home with our favorite family and friends celebrating love - and I do not think you can ask of anything more out of a wedding venue! Thank you again BVI!!!

w that is not always the case with some brides. From the beautiful decor to the amazing food the BVI is top notch. We are still so sad the wedding is over and can't wait to go back for other events and anniversaries. HIGHLY recommend this venue !!!

The wedding day was everything we hoped for, the staff was amazing, the food was delicious, and the venue is gorgeous. I received so many compliments on how wonderful BVI was. I highly recommend this venue for anyone looking to get married.

s. It rained on my wedding day and we had to go to plan b - everything still worked out! BVI is truly a beautiful and magical place.

way and have incredible customer service and professionalism. The venue could not have been more beautiful as the grounds are pristine. Overall could not recommend more.

lette as a coordinator. She was also really good. I had a final meeting with her the day before the wedding to go over final details and placements so that wedding day of went smoothly. Makenzie was our day of coordinator who we met at the rehearsal and who kept the bridal party in line at the ceremony. Kelly was my helper on wedding day by serving the bridal party during pictures, and helped me with my dress for pictures. She was so nice and made sure to say bye to my husband and I before she left for the night. The food was delicious! Our guests all thought BVI was beautiful and were happy with the service. There were only a few things that I didn't really like. First, we weren't told that downstairs only fits 180 guests and that any additional guests need to sit up on the balcony. We invited 200 guests and did not want to have anyone separated but luckily we had under 180. Also, at 11pm at the end of the wedding, the cleanup staff was very rushed and were running through the room with tables and chairs. They also then held up the elevator moving the tables/chairs to another floor so guests staying in the inn couldn't use the elevator. Overall, BVI is beautiful, the food was really good, and we had a wonderful time.

ve an hour late since our wedding rehearsal ran later than expected. The food was beyond delicious, the overlook room was incredible and the staff was exceptional. The team we worked with carried their weight and went above and beyond for their duties. They were such a stunning team to work with and I was so happy with the rehearsal dinner. It was a great springboard for our wedding weekend! Sincerely, Gina Crane

ven assigned a person whose sole job was to take care of the bride/groom on their special day and make sure we had everything we needed. If you're looking for a hotel that will make your special day magical and has tons of twinkling lights, look no further.

er event, Megan and Nicolette made us feel just as important and were so prompt in answering all of our questions and requests. The food, the staff and the venue were all so perfect, I wouldn't have changed a thing!

ns. The planning process was done in an efficient timeline, with all of our questions answered throughout at every step. Being a planner with attention to detail, I appreciated all of the notes taken throughout, like food prepared certain ways or requesting alternate wines for table service. The property is gorgeous and well maintained, and all of our guests were able to stay onsite at the beautiful Grand hotel. Our photos came our beautifully! The food at all locations was exceptional, and every meal was cooked perfectly and kept warm throughout the day, and we enjoyed a delicious brunch the morning after. The service staff was attentive and courteous, and the timeline went seamlessly! Everything surpassed our expectations!

ding. There was a snowstorm and our ceremony started late and the team was able to push back dinner to ensure we had enough time for photos and a cocktail hour! Totally recommend for your special day!

ounted though - they definitely came through, everything day of tasted amazing. Melissa Quinn-Samaras was amazing to work with for planning (super responsive and professional) and Samantha and Mackenzie did a great job day of. We received so many compliments from our guests and could not be happier with our selections. One odd thing is that we had a two tier wedding cake and some additional sheet cakes to serve our guests and they only used the sheet cakes and not the actual wedding cake. The entire thing was send home with us (meant to serve 60). Not sure what went wrong there as I had discussed that the cake was to be cut and served and I confirmed with my baker those same instructions were provided. That was only one small blip in an otherwise perfect day. Highly Recommend.

ktails were outside, even though it was 45 degrees, and with heaters it was absolutely fine. Melissa Samaras was amazing - guided us with patience and caring every step of the way - a true professional. The food was superb. Everyone raved about it. I can't say enough about this venue...it was the best!

in the restaurant, and then held the post wedding breakfast (which was included!) in the Tavern the next morning, so were able to spend the entire weekend on property. It made it so easy for our guests, and everyone was able to just RELAX. Our guests raved about the property, and how beautiful everything is. The food is DELICIOUS. I am still getting compliments! Mackenzie and Samantha were amazing – there for anything that we needed throughout the evening, making sure we always had a drink in hand...and that we actually took time to enjoy our dinner! They set up everything just as I had envisioned. I cannot thank the BVI staff enough for making our day a dream come true. I just wish I could go back in time to enjoy it all over again!

the day of our Wedding Sam and Mackenzie were there to take care of anything that we needed, including fixing my dress when my train ripped (Thank you, over and over). The food was beyond impressive, we have received so many compliments, and the accommodations represent New England in the most luxurious way. My Husband and I could not be happier that we chose the BVI. They have everything that you need all on one property.

entire time and made sure we had everything we needed. Our guests had an amazing time. Absolutely zero complaints about my experience with the Inn and the event staff. The Tavern is a different story, though. My family had booked the upstairs room until 9pm, and were planning on meeting more friends at the Bonfire afterwards. I learned later that there were complaints about us being noisy, which apparently led the staff to believe that we were all over served. When we eventually moved downstairs to the bonfire, I (the bride) went up to the bar to get a drink and was told that I was being cut off. This was not only ridiculous - I was dead sober- but also just terrible customer service. Who cuts off the bride at her own rehearsal dinner? When my parents approached the manager to ask what was going on, he proceeded to kick my entire party out of the Bonfire and call the police. It was all completely disastrous, upsetting, and unwarranted. So basically, if you plan on having any fun or joy at your rehearsal dinner, or if your family is boisterous like mine, spend your money elsewhere. Have your wedding at the Inn, but avoid the restaurant.

The day of we had an event manager and a bridal assistant who also did an amazing job. I did not notice one issue or flaw. The BVI is so professional and organized it will keep you at ease the whole day and months leading up to the event. Since our wedding was in December, the space was beautifully decorated for the holiday season. Everyone loved the food! It was also great where the majority of the wedding could stay on the property. I would highly recommend the Bedford Village Inn to anyone!

ery lucky to work with Megan and her team! All of our guests couldn't stop commenting on how fantastic the food was, how beautiful the venue was, and everyone had a blast there! We'd absolutely recommend BVI to anyone!

ing of our dreams. The food was phenomenal and the guests were so impressed with how gorgeous the rooms they stayed in were. I literally didn't have to stress about one thing!

tiful pictures and a perfect cocktail hour. The reception hall has a rustic element that radiates with elegance. We worked with Melissa for all the details up until the wedding, and she was very prompt to respond, knowledgeable and helpful. She was a pleasure to work with. She made sure Mackenzie (our day of coordinator) was filled in with everything that was planned - and she executed the day to perfection. The food was incredible! We are still getting compliments on how wonderful the food was! From starting the wedding planning process to the week after the wedding, the Bedford Village Inn was respectful, prompt and extremely gracious. We made the best decision to have our reception here and we had the perfect day! Thank you!

big day. Megan was amazing to deal with and extremely patient with our many questions and never once made us feel like we were a hassle to deal with. She ensured we had every thing we wanted on our wedding day, and even let us make a couple of menu changes for both our wedding and rehearsal dinner. Choosing to get married at the BVI was the BEST wedding decision we could have made, and we have absolutely nothing bad to say about the venue and the entire staff. The staff was absolutely amazing to us and to all of our guests both at our rehearsal dinner as well as the night of our wedding. As if everything else wasn't enough, they even surprised us with a bottle of champagne along with their signature chocolate bag as a nice touch when we went to our bridal suite when the night was over. We would highly recommend the BVI to anyone looking to have a stunningly unique and beautiful wedding venue, as well as the most accommodating staff to deal with on one of the biggest days of your life!

y exceeded my expectations of a wedding venue. Melissa Samaras is who I worked with throughout the whole process and she was always very quick to answer emails and phone calls with any question I may have had no matter how small or silly. I never felt as though I was a bother when I was in touch many times throughout the day/week. When I was overwhelmed Melissa was very calming and understanding. On the actual wedding day the entire staff was so professional! They made sure everything was as planned and were very attentive in order to make the day perfect! The bridal attendant was such a sweetheart and really helped throughout the whole process. She even helped my sister bustle my dress (it was complicated)! The food was delicious. My guests were very happy! I can't say enough about how amazing this venue was! I absolutely love it!

. Every little email I sent to Melissa with questions or concerns she promptly responded ensuring the BVI would handle it (and they did!). I could go on and on but the day of the wedding, the servers were so accommodating, my husband and I were given our own personal server who helped with anything from bustling my dress, to making sure we had our drinks fresh, to leaving a chocolate bag and champagne in our wedding suite. The addition of the new building, The Grand, was perfect for our guests. They really enjoyed the beautiful rooms, pool, and breakfast.

ique wedding venue and is an awesome place for a winter wedding.

at organizing and taking care of the night! Megan, who helped us coordinate over the year, was so helpful and accomadating!

ar and half of planning. A random person who worked there, the morning of my wedding, told me this when I asked where she was. So please imagine all of things that went wrong from there and please note my ZERO stars. Unfortunately the text space here isn't long enough to describe everything- but I did fit it in YELP and TRIPADVISOR.

thumbs up. Thank you BVI!

l, and thoughtful. All of our guests kept commenting on how gorgeous the venue is and we couldn't agree more! The night ended with an amazing presentation at the bridal suite with rose petals, slices of our cake, a chocolate box (YUM!), a bottle of Veuve Clicquot, handwritten notes from the staff, and chocolate chip cookies next to our bed. AMAZING! Memories from this beautiful venue will remain forever.

experience they have with weddings and events in general. From the time you book an appointment to take a look, it’s clear that BVI has their act together. I am a very organized person, so I appreciated that BVI always fit in with my high expectations. They always had an answer for every question and kept the planning process running smoothly for the entire 14 months we had our wedding booked. We were provided with a comprehensive packet containing all package information (menu, alcohol, extras), a timeline of milestones with BVI, a list of “what to expect” on the day-of, and more! The final details appointment held several weeks before the wedding was absolutely fantastic and helped to set some of our anxiety about the details at ease. Megan Lawrence, the Wedding Coordinator, was extremely responsive and always a pleasure to speak with on the phone or via email. About a month before the wedding, we were speaking on a weekly basis. She never made me feel like my questions were silly or that she didn’t have time for me. Within five minutes of meeting her when we dropped off décor, my parents concluded that “she is perfect for this job.” They are right! On the morning of the wedding, Megan herself was helping to set up the reception and was very helpful in assisting me with some last minute details. Bree, the Event Manager, was also a pleasure. She helped with the room layout and seating chart at our final details appointment. She was present for the event set-up and through the entire reception. We found BVI to be pretty comparable in price to some other venues in the area, perhaps costing us a bit more in the end. Remember, when it comes to booking vendors for your wedding, you get what you pay for! BVI was worth every penny. If we had to do it all again, we wouldn’t change a thing!!

ive, helpful and went above and beyond to make our day wonderful! Our friends and family are still talking about how perfect the location was, the amazing food and the wonderful and accommodating staff! The transition from the ceremony (which was held inside), to the cocktail hour, and finally to dinner was absolutely seamless - most guests said they didn't even notice it and the room was stunning - thanks to the gentleman who painstakingly hung ALL the Christmas decorations back up just for our wedding after the wedding the previous night had requested they be removed. Having the whole inn to ourselves for two days was absolutely one of our favorite parts of the BVI - all of our friends and family were able to spend more time together, and hang out in the Milk Room after the reception. It was such a special treat. The brunch the next day was delicious, and a nice way to end such a perfect weekend. Olivia, Candace, Bree, Patti and the rest of the staff were all truly exceptional. Olivia went above and beyond to answer any questions we had during the planning process and attended to the most minute details the day of the wedding. Candace (and Chelsea) were so helpful coordinating the room bookings - a process they made so easy and were there at a moments notice when I had any questions (which were a lot)! Bree was so amazing for the actual wedding - everything we needed was taken care of flawlessly! Every detail went smoothly, from the rehearsal, to the ceremony, to the reception - nothing went unattended. Patti, my personal attendant for the day was amazing - from bringing me champagne in the bridal suite, staying with me just prior to the ceremony to cue me in, bustling my dress, to getting us drinks and appetizers - we never had to want for anything! The staff even put champagne, dessert and rose petals in our room during the reception, which was such a sweet touch. And a special thanks to the amazing waitstaff, bartenders, front desk, housekeeping, etc. who made our weekend perfect! Every single staff member at the inn was truly exceptional. In short - The Bedford Village Inn set a very high bar for any future weddings in our family. Chris and I both agree that the wedding could not have been more perfect, and we are so grateful for the staff of the BVI for making it all happen, perfectly. The BVI will always hold a special place in our hearts - thank you for bringing us so much joy!

one for all of the planning, vendor coordinating, budgeting, etc. She was able to get us a reduced rate due to our wedding being so close to Christmas. Her guidance and quick email responses kept me from losing my mind with stress throughout the year. Bri and Patti were there for us during the rehearsal and the entire wedding. They were so attentive to our needs and made sure everything happened promptly and in the right order. The Great Hall was all decked out for Christmas--their decorations matched our wedding perfectly! It was so beautiful and elegant. The staff also did an excellent job setting up all of the decorations that we brought over. It looked exactly the way that I wanted it to! The food was delicious, of course. They provided my husband and I with sparkling cider instead of champagne at the reception since neither of us drink. So accommodating! We had a hot cocoa bar and a photo booth, along with 9 guest tables. I was worried about it being too crowded, but the space was perfect. We were able to get pictures both inside and outside, which was wonderful, because the building and grounds are so lovely. The best thing about having our wedding at the BVI is that everything was taken out of our hands once we got there. They took care of set-up, break down, lining up the wedding party, and keeping everything on schedule. It was such a relief to be able to hand all of the details over to them and not have to worry about anything. Honestly, the price point is on the high end at this place, but for the service we received and the stunning location, it was worth every single penny. We couldn't be happier with our experience at the BVI!

is the overall Social Sales Director, and not only was she nice and kind as expected, but she answered all our questions and constant stream of emails quickly and efficiently. She allowed us to bring in huge trays of cookies (an Italian tradition) to the reception. Not all places will allow you to bring in outside food, so this was very much appreciated. When we were outside the night before for the rehearsal, she was walking to her car to leave for the day but she doubled back just to give us all a hug and wish us good luck! Bree and Patty were our day-of coordinators and they were amazing!! (Bree was also there Friday night to direct the rehearsal) They couldn't do enough for us, and were always there with a smile and a, "What do you need? What can we do for you?" They brought us glasses of champagne during dressing time. When the DJ and photographer had differing times on when the bridal party would be introduced into the reception, they got them to split the difference so that they were both set up and ready to go at the same time. When I misplaced 450 cookies (only to find them in the conference room we used as hair and makeup station), they got them on the trays and out to the tables in record time. I can not say enough nice things about them. They decorated the bridal suite during the reception beautifully, with snacks and champagne and artfully placed rose petals. It looked lovely. The food was amazing as well, everyone raved about it! The appetizers were delightful, as were the meals. The waitstaff was excellent, very professional and polite. I would absolutely recommend BVI to anyone who wants a classy, elegant wedding! Jeanette Johnson Mother of the Bride Wedding date: November 1, 2014

lot of out of town guests (we did) because everyone can stay there, it's so fun! I had a glass of wine up at the wine bar with my aunts and cousins after our rehearsal dinner and then we all walked to our rooms after, I love the ability to do all that on the premises. Getting ready there the morning of was also a great perk, I could walk over to my parents' room and even peek in on the hall to see how the decor was coming along...I loved it! Food was amazing and they have an excellent wine cellar. Patti the head server is a true gem, my husband and I were blown away by how attentive she was! Only downside I experienced was I wish the schedule of the day was managed a little tighter... we did not hire a wedding planner because they have an in-house coordinator who we paid $450 extra to help with the ceremony off-site. I was waiting in the car and told someone would get me when it was time to walk down the aisle. No one came, so my dad and I went up to the church on our own and walked in just in time to see my MOH walk down the aisle. We almost missed it!!! Because of this I was more stressed and flustered then I wanted to be walking down the aisle as I had no time at all to collect myself, obviously I hated that. If you are on the fence about hiring a wedding planner I would say go for it, otherwise everything else was wonderful! A truly lovely and unique venue with excellent customer service.

a warm, rustic, barn reception, but still feel elegant and classic! The whole team there was wonderful and took care of us the entire way, from the moment they met us until the very end. Melissa, Bre, and Patty were beyond responsive and made sure our day was absolutely perfect. We loved it!

, was awesome. She was always quick to respond to our questions and remembered every detail that we wanted. She was excellent to work with. The staff truly goes above and beyond. Bree and Patti made sure everything went perfect. They even left us a care package in our room at the end of the night with our dinners, desserts, and cake. It was such a great surprise after not getting a chance to eat all day! We continue to hear how amazing our wedding was. Everyone loved every detail! If you want a perfect wedding that has it all - go with the BVI. The entire experience surpassed our expectations!

fantastic dinner at a nice restaurant. We started to look around to various restaurants in the Manchester/Bedford area and decided on Bedford Village Inn based on good experiences as diners in the past. We could not have been happier with how everything went. First of all, Melissa, the event planner for the BVI, was courteous and professional throughout the planning. She never tried to sell us more than what we wanted and was organized throughout our time with her. We settled on renting the overlook room and have a three course dinner which allowed our 20 guests different options of what they wanted to order. We also requested our own bartender for an open bar, which they provided at no additional cost. The night of the wedding, our dinner was supposed to start at 6pm. Our ceremony didn't take as long as originally thought and many of our guests were there around 5:15. The management allowed us all to have a drink in the Tavern while we waited for the room to be finished. The room itself was perfect. It was private and cozy, as well as decorated beautifully. They had an amazing spread of appetizers (which we had selected beforehand) and our cake was on display as we walked in. We chose to have one large table so that we could all sit together since it was such a small wedding party and our place settings were very nice. The food was fantastic. We were able to pick three dinner options beforehand and have our guests order once they were seated, as well as two salad options and three desserts. Everyone raved about the food and the wedding cake was great as well. Last, but certainly not least, the wait staff was wonderful! Everyone we came in contact with was kind and courteous. They did a great job being there when needed but giving us our privacy so we could have a great time. Overall, I couldn't recommend BVI enough. The entire experience was everything we had hoped for and we are so happy we decided to host our wedding here.

Patty (from the BVI) was at my side all night making sure everything went smoothly and if I needed something it was there. I couldn't have thanked them enough! Highly recommend the BVI to anyone looking at venues.

nd was always easy to reach. We were able to book appointments on the weekends when needed to go over everything that we needed and our questions were always answered. The day of my wedding was amazing! Bree Warren and Patty were so accommodating. I made almost everything for the wedding - centerpieces, favors, etc. and they were able to set everything up just as I had imagined it. The day went off without a hitch and with so much love and support around us. The food was AMAZING and many of our guests said it was the best food they had ever had at a wedding. We loved that we were able to keep the party going in the milk room after the reception ended at midnight and that our closest friends and family were all able to stay in the same place. Over all, I would recommend the BVI to any bride looking for a rustic\chic wedding at a wonderful cost, you won't regret it!

uld not have been happier with our choice of venue. We received many compliments from our guests about the scenic gardens, the gorgeous post and beam reception barn, and the excellent food and accommodations. Although a bit pricey, we fell in love with the BVI, and it was the perfect venue for us to have our ceremony, cocktail hour and reception all in one convenient and beautiful place.

ue spaces around the country. Also be advised, all 11 rooms at the inn are the responsibility of the bride and groom to fill. Even if they go un-used. At $200/night per room that can add up quickly. Sure the bridal suite is "free". The space is beautiful and cozy, unlike more large ball room type places. Our personal assistant Patty took care of us the day off and was very nice and professional. My only gripe about her service is that I had no idea when she left / was done for the evening. Our wedding reception ended at 12:00 AM. However a simple, follow up and formal exit would have been appropriate. Also, my ceremony flowers were left in a COAT CLOSET and not brought to the reception space post ceremony. You can imagine my disgust to see $500 in fresh flowers sitting in the closet when they were supposed to be placed inside and around the reception space. A very customary transition and use of beautiful fresh flowers. Questionable that true professionals were at work that night. WHO DOES THAT?? Who in their right mind puts fresh flowers in a closet??? Later in the night cookies, brownies etc were brought out for our guests which I did not know about until after they were all gone. Patty should have told me personally where they were and when. To make a long story short - for the money I paid I did expect damn near perfection. I honestly expected to be blown away by the service. That they would think of what I would want before I would want it. This was my first wedding so I was expecting to be absolutely taken care of. You are after all working with professionals who do this for a living but I couldn't tell. There were just to many little things that didn't go as I intended or expected. While my guests had the time of their lives they were blissfully unaware of any minor issues that night. My advice to future brides looking to use this venue is this: be absolutely clear of what your cake table, card/gift table and seating arrangement table should look like, include pictures if you can. Don't be afraid to ask questions and follow up even in the middle of your reception. Don't just assume they know what they are doing like I did. AFTERALL, we had a beautiful wedding, the food was awesome and everyone had the time of their lives.