Belle Mer: A Longwood Venue

’t even need to think about a thing. Every detail that we worked with them on was executed perfectly. Our event coordinator, Scarlett, was a pleasure to work with. She actually jumped in less than 3 months before the big day when our old venue coordinator took another job. Initially, we were a little worried about this, but the transition was seamless. She answered all of our millions of questions leading up to the big day. Overall, the venue is STUNNING, a picture-perfect location right on the water with fantastic food. Our guests raved that it was the best wedding food they had ever had and that our wedding was fantastic! We toured quite a few venues in Newport, and Belle Mer was the obvious choice.

aptures that modern coastal charm. The Salon Room offered the most incredible backdrop, with panoramic ocean views that glowed at sunset during our cocktail hour. Our guests were in awe of the views and the beautiful setting from start to finish. Scarlett, our wedding coordinator, went above and beyond in every way — managing rentals, layouts, decor, timelines, check-ins, and our endless list of questions with such patience and grace. She made the entire planning process efficient and seamless, and stood by our sides throughout the entire day with unwavering support. We couldn’t be more grateful to have worked with her. The bridal attendant was also the sweetest, offering thoughtful assistance and ensuring everything ran smoothly all evening. Every single member of the Belle Mer team was beyond professional, kind, and attentive — they matched our excitement and our guest's excitement, helping make the day unforgettable. The food and drinks were also exceptional — our guests are still raving about the cocktail hour, calling it the best they’ve ever attended. The open bar was quick and efficient, the drinks were perfectly made, and dinner was served right on time. Our wedding day was pure magic, and we couldn’t have imagined a more perfect venue to celebrate.

e the day run smooth and effortless. Every detail was accounted for. From countless planning calls, our tasting, to setup and service on the actual day, each moment was handled with such care and we are so happy we chose this venue for our wedding. The views and atmosphere are stunning, and our guests had a great time. 100% recommend! Thank you Belle Mer & the Longwood team!

u’ve always dreamed of a Newport wedding, look no further—Belle Mer is hands down the BEST.  From start to finish, our experience was absolutely incredible. The venue itself is breathtaking, with stunning ocean views and a clean, modern vibe. But what truly sets Belle Mer apart is the exceptional team behind it. Our journey began with Talia, who gave my husband and me a tour of the property. She was our main contact in the early stages and was incredibly professional, responsive, and helpful with answering every question and making us feel completely confident in our decision. As we moved further into planning, we were introduced to our lead event manager, Leighton, who was an absolute dream to work with. She was kind, organized, and incredibly attentive to every detail. Throughout the process, she was always available, and made everything so much easier. On the day of the wedding the Belle Mer team absolutely delivered. We had an amazing group : Our head event manager Leighton, venue managers Isam and Janet, and our incredible VIP bridal attendant, Ruth. They worked flawlessly together to ensure everything went off without a hitch, adapting quickly and professionally to the weather without compromising on the experience. Ruth was by my side from the moment I arrived—helping with my dress, offering tissues, making sure I was comfortable and cared for every second of the day. Their coordination, attention, and genuine kindness was amazing!  And the food was absolutely incredible. From the passed hors d’oeuvres to the entrées, everything was cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. Our guests are still raving about how delicious everything was! We truly cannot thank the Belle Mer team, especially Leighton,enough for making our wedding day everything we dreamed of—and more—even in the middle of a rainstorm. It was still flawless, beautiful, and completely stress-free. If you’re considering a Newport wedding, I highly, highly recommend Belle Mer. You’ll be in the absolute best hands.

Leighton, our coordinator, went above and beyond—managing everything from rentals and layout to answering our endless questions. She was truly the best to work with throughout the entire year of planning! Ruth, my bridal attendant, was a true gem. She supported me throughout the entire day and night! Everyone we interacted with at Belle Mer was kind, professional, and attentive. We truly couldn’t have picked a better venue!

Food was fantastic, service was lovely. Belle Mer & Daria went above and beyond our expectations and made the day seamless for us. Extremely professional and reliable. Look no further!!

was Leighton who was AWESOME. She was organized and committed to making sure we had a perfect day. Our bridal attendant Ruthie was also amazing from cheering me on during my solo portraits to making sure I had food, and even my shoes at the end of the night. The grounds were perfect. The food was delicious. It was one thing to feel so taken care of and another to hear from my guests that all of the staff, including the bartenders and catering staff, were helpful and cared about giving a wonderful experience. I am so grateful we did our wedding at Belle Mer.

AZING coordinator Leighton! Everyone says, enjoy the day and don't pay attention to things that go wrong because "something always goes wrong". We can't relate. Everything was PERFECT because we lucked out with a true professional. If anything did go wrong, we didn't know about it because Leighton graciously handled it. Even our family members and friends can't stop talking about how phenomenal she was. We entered the day unsure of what to expect, but everything was beyond our wildest dreams. Leighton is poised, confident, and the epitome of the person you want in your corner on your most important day. She updated us throughout the day, even snapping some photos of the setup downstairs to see if I wanted to make any changes. She kept everything running smoothly and navigated us through the schedule without making it seem like we were really on a schedule. She has a calming presence and we were in the best possible hands. I'm the least calm person on earth, so to feel so relaxed on my wedding day was a dream... and something I never expected. The decor was arranged to perfection and all of the bridal party felt so calm and welcome. All correspondence prior to the wedding was informative, prompt, positive, and extremely pleasant. Leighton made many helpful suggestions that benefited the day. From the bottom of our hearts, we couldn't be more grateful. We are so happy that we got to work with Leighton. Belle Mer is more than just a beautiful venue. Ivana was also fabulous. She was there when I needed anything and everything on the wedding day. She automatically knew when help was needed versus when I was just looking around. She was truly magic. I remember feeling nervous about bustling my dress (the seamstress made it sound difficult) and Ivana had it bustled before I even knew she was doing it. She was an absolute sweetheart, so calm, and professional. Also the food and beverages were fantastic. So many compliments to the waitstaff, bartenders, and every single manager or staff member that we encountered. We might have to renew our vows here someday. Lol. But in all seriousness, We can't get over this experience. Leighton is one in a million. And we recommend Belle Mer a thousand times over.

ood was amazing, and several of our guests told us it was the best wedding food that they had ever had. The drinks were amazing, and they were able to accommodate our speciality cocktails without an upcharge. We had the best day, and this was hugely in part to the professional staff and venue.

love. Their staff was so friendly and answered EVERY question and gave a breakdown of everything when it came to pricing. We worked with Meghan and Carly and truly they were incredible! They responded so quick to emails and when we decided we wanted to add an extra course they were more than happy to add this and communicate to all staff. The venue itself is GORGEOUS!!! The grand staircase to enter was one of the selling points, so we truly could make an entrance as husband and wife. The view was spectacular!!! Between the bridge in the background and the sunset, we couldn’t have asked for more. The space allowed us to do both our ceremony and reception all in one place which made everything easier. The staff was great. The food came out and everyone was so impressed. Food was hot and came out exactly when it was supposed to. Belle Mer truly was a dream come true and we wish we could give it more than 5 stars.

35 guests and felt warm but not cramped. Sara (our coordinator) was super responsive from day 1 and thoroughly guided us through the planning and day of - you're amazing, Sara! We used mostly preferred vendors on the Belle Mer list and are so glad we did - every single one was professional and knew exactly how to set up and work in the venue. Our family and friends all commented on how impressive the Belle Mer team was. Highly recommend Belle Mer if you're planning a Newport wedding.

of coordinator who was a true life saver! She was always responsive, willing to adapt to changes so quickly and always had a positive attitude. She truly made our experience one we will never forget. We got married in the water salon and will be talking about this night for the rest of our lives. 10/10

g planner, Sherri Klein, to produce the most incredible event we could have expected, even though the weather did not cooperate and we did not get to enjoy the outdoor ceremony we had been looking forward to for so long. (a game-time decision had to be made and it was pulled off flawlessly) The food, bars, service and staff were all wonderful and i cannot recommend them enough. Newport is a lovely place for a wedding weekend and this is definitely one of the premier venues.

riented and on top of everything from day one and we could not have done it without her. Newport has always been our home away from home and it was just the perfect weekend at Belle Mer. I'm so sad it's over.

y to work with Adrianna and Ruth you will be FOREVER grateful. TRUST ME, go for it … you will not regret it.

to our event coordinator Sara, the planning process and the day of the wedding was completely stress free. She made sure to keep us on track and made everything so easy! The bridal attendant Ruth was AMAZING too! She made sure that my husband and I had everything we needed throughout the night. On top of that she took care of our parents all night too! Our guests could not stop raving about the food, from appetizers to main course, to late night snacks. We would highly recommend Belle Mer to anyone for the wedding of their dreams!

in. We had a fantastic process from start to finish with the Belle Mer team. My only two complaints were that they didn’t set up enough chairs for my ceremony which i am not sure how that happened and that we were under the impression the late night snacks would be more of a regular portioned food than a tiny app on a platter. If I realized that before I probably would’ve just done a station as most of my guests didn’t get any of the late night bites. The food was exquisite. Everyone raves about it! I also like that even though another wedding can be going on next to you in the other part of Belle Mer you’d never know it because of the fence. We toured what was formerly Gurneys down the street and found Belle Mer truly takes care of their grounds better than the others. I did utilize a few of their preferred vendors which was great. Again hiccups are always expected the wedding day but I was surprised by the size of the late night foods as we were told they were “handhelds a real burger size” and they were not as well as not having enough chairs arranged with an exact ceremony count and this not being noticed until after guest arrival.

allroom (the stairs were a huge selling point, made for amazing photos) to the stunning sunset (our guests are still talking about it!) it was just perfect. The staff was friendly and easy to communicate with. We hired Infinite Events for our wedding planning and they made communication a breeze. Special shout out to Ruthie, the bridal attendant, who was by my side during every important moment making sure I had everything I needed. She was a comforting, friendly person that every bride needs on their day. Additionally, Sara Leonard the event specialist was incredible. She was present through it all and communication was always timely. The food was amazing, our guests still rave about the late night snacks! It was a fun touch recommended by our planner, Ashlie. The ballroom was the perfect backdrop for any style as it is all white and just gorgeous. Stoneblossom did our florals, they knew the venue and exactly how to make my vision a reality. All in all I couldn’t have asked for a better team or venue!

d easy to work with and then worked with Ardriana to plan the day. She was SO helpful and honestly such a calming presence on our day. She absolutely was imperative to our day running so smoothly. If I could do it all over again I wouldn't change a thing.

t stop talking about our wedding for weeks, and the food was particularly outstanding. The level of professionalism and organization displayed by the staff at Belle Mer is unparalleled. Meghan, our coordinator, was exceptional. She effortlessly handled all our requests and last-minute changes without missing a single detail. Thanks to her, our wedding day was completely stress-free. I am incredibly grateful to her and the rest of the Belle Mer staff for making my wedding day everything I ever dreamed & more!

as so good, we had a hard time not picking everything on the menu. We were in the Island House and felt it was the perfect size and really loved being able to use the loft above the venue to get ready. We worked with Emily and Ardriana and they were the absolute best.

sponded promptly, and super detailed. She explained everything so clearly, so we knew exactly what was going on all the time. Every time I changed my mind, she was on it! It was really reassuring to work with Belle Mer & Meghan because they know what they are doing, they do weddings ALL the time, and it was really wonderful to just show up & be totally taken care of, we trusted them completely. The whole day was perfectly coordinated and STUNNING! I 10/10 recommend having your wedding at Belle Mer Island House!

ly as we wanted with ease. Meghan was a delight to work with, and was a huge part of making our vision a reality. Our guests came up to us all night raving about the food, ambiance and staff. Thank you Meghan and team for a magical night!

2022. Belle Mer were a dream throughout the entire process, allowing us to move our wedding without penalty. They were so kind and understanding. We were planning the wedding from across the country so having a Belle Mer be able to take care of rentals of linens, flatware, furniture, etc made it everything so easy for us. All of our other vendors had worked at Belle Mer before so everything just went together so smoothly without much oversight from us. Our coordinator, Meghan, communicated with us throughout the entire process and was also prompt and thorough in responding to our emails. While Belle Mer is certainly a luxury venue, Meghan was always conscious of our budget when helping us plan. She met with us the day before the wedding to go through the whole ceremony with our bridal party. She was also present on the day of our wedding to keep things running smoothly (and even ready with bobby pins to keep my veil in place when I forgot). Our bridal attendant on the day was also so wonderful to work with. The food was excellent and the staff were complete professionals and we couldn’t have been happier with them. We had a beautiful sunny day, and the sunset over the water was so beautiful.

d was amazing. Our guests are still talking about what a great time they had! I am especially grateful to Sara (our coordinator) who was absolutely phenomenal. She was so responsive and helpful. She really worked to preserve my vision for the day and made sure I was happy with how things were going. I can’t say enough good things about her and our day-of attendant who helped me navigate around the property in my huge dress in crazy winds. Overall, Belle Mer is hands-down one of the best venues around!

class. We worked with Sara Leonard and she is simply incredible. Knowledgeable about all things weddings, she made the process fun and easy for my now husband and I. If you get the chance to work with Sara you are lucky! On the day of the wedding we were also paired with Ruth who was our bridal attendant, While there are a million things happen during the day Ruth was right by our side. She always made sure we had food and drinks in our hands and her calming presence made the day unforgettable. If you are looking to have your wedding in Newport look no further!

so kind throughout the entire planning process. Working with her made the whole process of planning the wedding feel like a breeze! Belle Mer is also an absolutely gorgeous venue, with stunning views, delicious food, and elegant decor. We couldn’t imagine having our wedding anywhere else!

sion could come true. Ruthie was assigned to us on our wedding day as our bridal attendant and she was SO amazing. We did not have one second where we didn't have a drink in our hand and did not have to stress at all. I highly recommend Belle Mer for your wedding dreams!!!

and family said it was the best & most beautiful wedding they’d ever been to. Worth every penny!

rvice. Meghan was our Event Specialist and she was wonderful to work with. She answered numerous questions, provided guidance, and made the wedding process much easier. Having Meghan as the Event Specialist helped reduce my stress on the wedding day, as I knew that she would handle everything and make the whole day run smoothly. Our guests loved the delicious food and all of the beauty that Belle Mer has to offer. I would highly recommend Belle Mer as a wedding venue! From the views to the staff, you will not be disappointed!

letti. She went above and beyond to make sure our day was as special as ever and we didn’t miss a detail! We had the utmost confidence in letting her take the reigns to make sure our reception was exactly what we wanted. I also had the pleasure of getting to know her throughout the wedding planning process and it has been a delight to get to know her! She is such an incredible worker and is soo good at what she does! If you can request a wedding coordinator, you must ask for Allegra!

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s was unique, as we planned a destination wedding during a global pandemic. Because we were picking our venue in early 2021, we could not travel to New England, and Emily Dibello was kind enough to offer us a virtual tour. Emily could not have been more helpful and flexible, making a virtual tour of the Island House work for our schedules. We loved what we saw, and trusted the staff of Longwood that we said yes to the venue without ever seeing it in person. We knew that the venue and staff could bring our modern wedding visions to life. About 8 months prior to the wedding, we began working with Allegra Micheletti. Allegra partnered beautifully with my planner and vendors to bring our Pinterest boards to life. She provided such great insight to Newport that helped us since we are from out of town. She went above and beyond providing local advice to make sure our big day flowed as we transitioned from our Church ceremony to Belle Mer. She knows the Island House so well, that every conversation about layout/ design/ flow was so intentional and this truly made our wedding day flow so well! Weeks leading up to the wedding Allegra had some last minute layout suggestions and suggestions of different pieces of décor we could add/swap out to enhance cocktail hour and dinner—and those enhancements truly elevated the day. She knows her venue extremely well- so trust her and her recommendations! I am thankful to have worked alongside her and to have felt like I was planning a wedding alongside a friend throughout the process!

oordinator and to say she was amazing would be a complete understatement. Allegra is an absolute rockstar! She worked diligently with our planner to ensure everything was to our vision. Throughout our countless emails and phone calls she truly became a friend of ours. Samantha was my bridal attendant for the day. When it came time to bustle my dress, she jumped right in to help my bridesmaids. Samantha made sure we had everything we needed. Between Allegra, Samantha, Janet, and the entire event staff our day was as smooth and stress free as possible. The venue and the view are absolutely breathtaking. The food was outstanding; our guests kept raving about it. We cannot recommend Belle Mer enough!

wedding day, she was attentive to all of our wants and always made herself available. She even provided us with her cell phone number weeks leading up to the wedding, so we could text her if we had any questions. She worked flawlessly with all of our vendors, which also made everything a lot less stressful. Her energy was contagious and exactly what you want on your wedding day. The venue also provides the bride and groom with a bridal attendant, who was also amazing. Her and Allegra always made sure we were in the right place at the right time, had a drink in our hand, and appetizers set aside for us. The venue itself is gorgeous and we happened to have amazing weather which just added to the beauty of the venue. We even had a firework show, a beautiful sunset and the bridge was lit up red, white, and blue. My husband and I felt there was something at the wedding for everyone. People were either dancing, listening to the band, sitting by the fire pit, or just outside enjoying the beautiful view. The food was amazing, and every guest had something good to say about it. Specifically, guest favorites were the lamb lollipops, chilean seabass and the expresso bar (this was a hit!). It truly was the wedding of our dreams and we couldn’t thank Allegra and the Belle Mer team enough for making this day so special!

with it. We had an AMAZING SUNSET TOO!! Worth the price. Food & cake were included in the price, so that was nice we didn't need to go through other vendors. Great staff- day of coordinator Allegra, I couldn't have done this without her. Super accommodating and helpful throughout the process and that day too.

rked closely with our vendors to integrate our florals and musicians to the space to create our ideal event - guests are still raving. But none of those were the most important factor in our overall experience - one that started over 2 years ago. Allegra Michelleti was our planner/coordinator and ultimately our friend (as my wife said as we drove off the day after the wedding). I have not experienced a better example of client service than Allegra provided. As we looked around the room before the wedding, Allegra blended in with family and friends, displaying genuine excitement, and happiness (and organizational skills)- this illustrates what we felt throughout our experience. For months leading up to the wedding, over countless phone calls, emails and video chats, we discussed details and overcame the challenges of planning a wedding through Covid. Our dialogue with Allegra was always honest, and thoughtful - It was constantly refreshing and reassuring as we worked toward our vision of our wedding day. I am not typically one to write reviews, but felt compelled to share our experience in this case. Planning a wedding is a long, challenging and sometimes imperfect process - all to hopefully ensure your perfect day. The Belle Mer team consistently delivered, and Allegra was invaluable every step of the way.

nning a wedding is stressful and overwhelming, but our event coordinator Allegra kept us on track throughout. She is an absolute rockstar. She made us feel like we were the only couple she was working with during the year+ of planning. The day of the wedding we felt at ease knowing Allegra would be with us. She handled the flow of the day effortlessly and made sure we were always taken care of. She not only assisted us as the couple but numerous other family members throughout the day. We cannot say enough good things about her! We truly got lucky having her has our event coordinator! The views, food, and service the day of the wedding were absolutely top notch as well. Between Allegra, the wedding attendants (who were not overbearing but always present and ready to assist), the food, the views, etc. I cannot recommend this venue enough. They really do an incredible job making your day as stress free and enjoyable as possible

ONS of questions to our wedding day, the staff at the Belle Mer went above and beyond to ensure our happiness. The day of coordinator and bridal attendant were on top of EVERYTHING, and I mean everything from the moment that the wedding party arrived to the time we departed. During the whole planning process we trusted our coordinator which really reduced our stress to make our wedding day even more enjoyable! The food. Wow, the food. I really wish the Belle Mer had a restaurant because the food is unreal. Our guests are still talking about how delicious the Sea Bass was! Seriously, get married here.

rried in 2021 and postponed to 2022. The postponement process was absolutely seamless. The team worked with us quickly to provide new dates and updated contracts. We were then introduced to our wedding coordinator Allegra who was UNBELIEVABLE. Our wedding guest list was 250+, which can be very stressful to coordinate. From our first call with Allegra, we knew we were in amazing hands. She was supportive, honest and an absolute pleasure to work with. Meeting her at our tasting with both of our parents was like a night out with old friends. She made us feel so comfortable and ensured that everything would be taken care of, which it absolutely was. This venue obviously boasts incredible views but every other aspect is also five-star. The food was amazing - we even asked to add some custom options to the cocktail hour and menu and the chef and kitchen staff had no problem accommodating us. Between the staff, Allegra and our day of bridal attendant Samantha, the day of our wedding was absolutely perfect. I can not say enough amazing things about this venue and our experience. If you're considering Belle Mer, DO IT! And ask for Allegra because she's amazing :)

ver the water is unbelievable and watching it through the wall of windows with the chandeliers and candle light...truly unforgettable. But most incredible at all was our event specialist Allegra Micheletti!! My now husband and I keep gushing over how unbelievably lucky we feel to have been paired with her. She was an absolute pleasure to work with, always so quick to respond to every little question I had along the way and providing the best recommendations throughout the planning process. She set the room perfectly even with all of the last minute changes and re-organizations we had as our guest count was declining just weeks before our wedding day due to the pandemic. I arrived the Friday before with bags of ornaments, candles and garland and Allegra found a place for absolutely everything! It felt as if she could see what I saw for our wedding decor and it could not have possibly been more perfect. She made our wedding night the most romantic, candle lit, and unforgettable evening I could have ever imagined!! Although Allegra has a special place in our hearts, truly the entire team at Belle Mer is what makes the venue the most amazing place to get married. From our first tour with Carly Donovan and all of the questions she answered throughout our beginning months of planning, to Ivana my day-of bridal assistant helping our photographers pose our guests, fixing my hair throughout the night, and bustling my dress in the middle of the dance floor!! And the chefs and wait staff are incredible as well, the food was so delicious, timely, served and plated with elegance. I wish I could relive my wedding day over and over again!! We wouldn't change a thing!!

they could not compete with the Water Salon at Belle Mer. We worked with Sara Leonard and PEAK rentals to plan our incredible day. Sara often made herself available for questions despite her overwhelming client load in light of COVID wedding postponements. We were incredibly happy with her and with the offerings at Longwood venue - five stars all the way! We cannot recommend this venue enough.

our event coordinator, executed a flawless event and worked tirelessly to ensure a magical evening for all! The venue is beautiful; all the staff courteous and helpful, and the food--simply amazing. Every course, from the delicious and varied appetizers, to the entrees, to the beyond delicious wedding cake, were memorable. If I had to do it all over again, Belle Mer would be my venue of choice. Kudos to Sara and her amazing team!!! Tricia Mulligan

te the wedding planning assistant, Ivana for anticipating our needs and always being at hand to answer our questions.

as the most patient, knowledgeable, and reassuring coordinator we could have asked for. For the actual wedding, there were 1000 details to manage, and Meghan, Ivana, and the rest of the day-of team executed them flawlessly. Ivana was by my side all evening making things stress-free and perfect. Our guests devoured their plates, texted us to talk about the dessert weeks later, took hundreds of beautiful sunset photos, and danced the night away. The best and easiest decision we made was choosing Belle Mer.