Bournedale Function Facility

stress free and we were really able to enjoy our special day with our friends and family. My guests are still raving about the place and the FOOD...omg the food was absolutely amazing. This place is definately a hidden gem worth checking out.

d his wife were extremely caring, responsive and a pleasure to work with. We could not have asked for a better wedding venue, everything was just perfect! Thank you so much Bournedale, you are truly amazing!

ss. The facility and grounds are stunning. The food was outstanding and our guests were nothing but impressed. I highly highly recommend checking out Bournedale! Thank you for everything!! - The Mansfields

o supportive of what we were asking for and was really able to see our vision. Darin will make sure your day goes so smoothly! If anything went wrong, I have no idea because he is just that good. He also is so reassuring throughout the whole day. Could not recommend this place more. The venue was absolutely beautiful and the overnight stay is a must! We had a bonfire after and got pizza delivered and the guests that stayed over had so much fun! The brunch the morning after was also amazing. Such good food, good staff, and a wonderful venue overall. Thanks for all you do Darin and the Bournedale staff!

g from start to finish. The whole set up came together beautiful. The food was SO good - I highly recommend the Mac & cheese bar! Darin even made sure I ate. The cabins & houses were a hit with all of our guests. The golf carts were a major plus! Especially after dancing all night. It was so fun to be able to continue to party with everyone by the fire pit after the reception. We had a very nice breakfast with everyone the next morning. It was so nice to be able to relax, hang out by the pond & in the indoor pool/hot tub with all of our friends & family before leaving. The icing on the cake was that we got to have our dog enjoy the day with us! It was truly the best day ever, I wish I could live it over again - thank you so much Darin, Robin & the Bournedale staff! - The Levaggis

n. There was no question too small, or problem too big- I (the bride) felt confident through the entire planning process because of their knowledgeable support and kind natured advice throughout the process. First- the location. Gorgeous picturesque pond and grass ceremony area, perfect for photos. A beautiful, clean, indoor reception space flooded with natural light, dancefloor, conversation alcoves, and a large wrap around deck overlooking the pond. A perfect space for letting loose on the dancefloor, having a friendly conversation, or stealing away for a moment on the porch to take in the scene. Second- the food. Oh my goodness, the FOOD was INCREDIBLE! We received many complements throughout the night, but the restaurant quality food was absolutely raved about. A really thoughtful touch- during the meal the event staff served my husband and myself our meals, and continuously checked in on us for food/drink refills. We were able to sit and enjoy our meal with our families. Third- the staff. You will never find a venue with more caring, fun people working to make your day special. Darin & Wendy truly know exactly how to run a wedding smoothly. Throughout the night, various staff asked me how I was feeling and at every turn I realized I was feeling relaxed and truly enjoying the fun of our day. Finally- the afterparty/overnight. This makes the venue such a unique gem. After the reception, everyone changed into comfy clothes and regrouped at the firepit overlooking the pond. We brought s'mores supplies and ordered pizza. A family member brought their telescope so we could look at the moon & stars. If it had rained, there was a really fun game room we could have used instead- this wouldn't have been a let down. The overnight cabins were spacious and had lots of different sleeping arrangements possible- we were able to give every guest couple their own cabin which everyone loved! The buffet breakfast the next morning is the same great quality as the previous night. When you are planning a wedding there are many decisions to make. I've been described as "laid back" throughout the planning process, and I attribute so much of that to Bournedale. Hiring Bournedale was the best decision we made because it was more than just a venue- it was a beautiful location, fantastic food, a smooth running day, a wedding staff that goes above and beyond, and a fun, unique and safe on-premise afterparty/ overnight. My 3 year old nephew said it best: "Can we get married again tomorrow?!"

ound! Bournedale Function Facility has so much to offer, and the staff is absolutely amazing and attentive! The entire planning process was seamless, and Darin was always a phone call away to answer any questions that came up. From our first meeting at Bournedale Function Facility (Darin) our experience was amazing. As a nervous mom trying to make sure my daughter’s wedding was everything she envisioned, Darin eased my mind constantly with my many emails, texts and questions. As fast as I sent him emails, he was there with in minutes to answer all my questions and help me with decisions we had to make. My daughter and her fiancé’s wedding day was amazing! I certainly gave the staff a lot to do with all the decorations and table set ups, but when I walked into that hall it was incredible to see how beautiful it was. Darin was there every minute to help us to make sure that everything ran extremely smooth throughout the day. I had so many compliments on his staff from our guests and how they wished every wedding they went to were like this. My daughter’s wedding day was even better than I had envisioned. Thanks to Darin and his staff, they are so organized and professional that you wouldn’t even need a wedding planner. Another thing to mention is that the food was delicious! Everyone raved about the food and how fast the bar service was, the line was constantly moving, and you had a drink within minutes! The after party at the firepit was so much fun! Even if it begins to down pour, there is so much to do within the recreation hall or spending time in each other’s cabins. I would not change one minute of that day, it was more perfect than I could have ever imagined, and I wish we could do it all again! If you are looking for a venue, where you will be treated like kings and queens, delicious food and an absolute amazing time, look no further because this is your place to pick! THANK YOU Bournedale!

mber of 2020 but due to Covid we had to put the big party off. We rescheduled 3 times with our original venue to find out later that they closed. Wedding planning was beginning to become more of a chore than it was fun until we met Darin and found the Bournedale facility. I could write a never ending review for this place but i will do my best to summarize…. The location is unbelievable and the experience is extremely unique. The ceremony was right on the water followed by boat rides during the cocktail hour. It has an indoor and outdoor space with tons of windows so all of our guests felt safe. The food is delicious and most importantly the staff were the friendliest staff I have ever encountered. They do weddings all weekend every weekend and still some how manage to have a smile on their face and made us feel so special. They set everything up, took everything down and were extremely accommodating. Darin and team made the stress of planning soooo much less stressful. We had more than half of our guests stay over and enjoy the bonfire to continue the party. I keep getting messages from people saying how much fun they had and how impressed they were with the dinner and breakfast!! I’m so sad it’s over ( seriously every time I think about Saturday I can’t stop tearing up) but so happy we have this perfect memory to remember for the rest of our lives. Thank you Darin and Bournedale for making our wedding dreams come true. <3

, Darin and his crew make sure you have nothing to worry about. The staff is incredible, the food is incredible, the mood and energy is perfect. The bonfire, boat ride and local amenities are unbeatable. Not to mention the setting on the Pond is perfect for pictures and relaxing on shore. Guests can stay right on site if they like, and everything is provided for you. Would recommend 100% to anyone in the area who is planning their wedding. Every one of our guests who commented agreed that this was the best, most fun, most laid back, easiest wedding they had ever been to.

incredible day we had on August 27th, 2021. As a COVID bride, Darin and his staff were so helpful, accommodating, and understanding as we tried to navigate an incredibly stressful time. We ended up postponing just once, but everything else was perfect beyond words. The location is beautiful, the staff was so helpful and friendly, and the venue as a whole was the perfect atmosphere that my husband and I dreamed of. This venue is truly a steal for the location, AMAZING FOOD, and personal care that you get as a client. Our guests slept in the cabins and cottages on-site for a low cost that beat a Plymouth hotel any day, and our after-party was a wild and crazy time. Our friends and family are still talking about it as "the best wedding of all time" and "adult summer camp." It's so hard for me to put into words how much this staff means to me. I wish I could do it all over again. I wish I could give 500 stars. Darin and Bournedale, thank you so much for making my dreams come true.

iginal date, my husband and I were devastated however Darin was absolutely amazing. He was so patient and answered all our questions! Fast forward to this year when we get the go ahead that we will have our wedding, we were ecstatic! Darin and his staff did EVERYTHING! I picked all my decorations and dropped them off before our big day and all we had to do on our big day was getting ready and enjoy! Not only is the facility perfect with the houses/cabins to get ready and stay over in after partying all night but the food was out of this world delicious! I would recommend this beautiful venue to all brides!

We had a perfect wedding here!!!

cond! You will have 0 regrets getting married at Bournedale!

are able to keep the party going after the reception and be in a beautiful natural setting, Bournedale is the place to be. The houses where the guests stay were much nicer than any hotel. The cabins were also available to stay in. Darin, the coordinator, was exceptional at his job. He made everything so laid back, yet at the same time was receptive to any questions and requests we had. Everything went perfect. The staff was great as well. Having the whole camp to yourself for the day and overnight makes you feel like a kid again and you and your guests will have a good time. The food and drinks were also excellent. The after party and the bonfire, located on the shore of the lake, was a one of a kind wedding experience. If you are thinking about having your wedding at a location with an outdoors/camp vibe definitely consider having it at Bournedale! We could not have imagined a better venue.

arts, every single employee went above and beyond making our day absolutely perfect. The weater wasn't the best, but my coordinator Darin made it work for us, and we didn't even notice the weather; they were all so accomodating. we always wanted a low key, casual wedding that focused on our love, and Bournedale delivered. If you are looking for a venue without the common stuffy wedding vibes, you have come to the right place! You even have the option to stay over, which we did and were able to have breakfast with our guests in the morning! Check them out, you won't be disappointed!!

erything was organized and ran so smoothly, it was honestly what I was hoping for and more. It's such a beautiful and fun place and the food is excellent. Thank you to Darin and the rest of the staff for making our day so special.

d patient. I can’t say enough! The food was amazing and everyone had a blast!

e as it could possibly be. Darin was a huge help during the months leading up to our wedding. He answered all of our questions in a timely manner, and would offer advice when we asked for his recommendations. He has several years of experience running weddings at Bournedale, and it shows. We were so lucky to have perfect weather when we got married, so our guests were able to go out on the pontoon boat during cocktail hour (which they loved), and we were able to have the bonfire afterparty as well. Everyone loved the food and the Bournedale staff made sure my husband and I got our meals and drinks, since there's so much going on. We had close family and the wedding party stay overnight in the houses on the property (where we were able to get ready as well). That was another main reason we chose Bournedale. We had several families traveling from far-away states, that having them stay on the venue property gave them one less thing to worry about. If you're looking for a venue with a beautiful water view, lodging options on-site, great/dependable staff, and delicious food, this is your place! Not to mention the price is so much more reasonable than other New England venues we looked at.

a location that we could confine our friends and family for twenty-four hours without costing an astromical amount. Upon meeting Darin, I knew this place was it. Darin is laid back, and extremely professional. His communication skills and ways to explain everything sounded so effortless. He was great in communicating via e-mail and never left any questions unanswered. He then texted and called come closer to the date. His colleague and event coordinator Robin, made her work of decorating and being readily available the day of so seamless. The chef was extremely professional, and the menu was filled with numerous selections. The mashed potato bar was a huge hit! And our guests raved about both the passed hors d'oeuvres and buffet. Having a brunch buffet the morning after was also a very nice perk, as many wedding venues do not offer this. It was a great ending to the weekend. The staff of Bournedale from Darin and Robin, to the chef and kitchen staff, bar and waitstaff were professional and so welcoming. There was a warmth of this place that is tough to find elsewhere. The grounds itself is so picturesque. We never cared much about the season we got married in nor did we have a specific date or month in mind, but ended up so happy we chose the date we did as the foliage was in full bloom and made for great pictures. From the moment the guests arrive, they are chauffeured to the ceremony location in a golf cart, and the golf carts are readily available throughout the night for guests. Our reception ended with a bonfire complete with S’mores and a late night pizza delivery. Also, come late night, it is BYOB! Our guests loved this option. We highly recommend Bournedale Campground, and would a thousand times over. We cannot thank the staff of Bournedale enough for their professionalism, kindness and courtesy.

at venues online and try to gauge from reviews and pictures what the experience might be like. A friend from high school had her wedding at Bournedale and highly recommended it, so I had my sister go take a tour and FaceTime us. From that moment on, we felt blessed to have found Bournedale - and that feeling has only grown throughout the planning process and now as we reflect on our amazing wedding. Every aspect of Bournedale is perfect: + The location? GORGEOUS in all seasons. We got married in November and even with bare trees, it felt like a magical location on the lake. + The value? Insane. I'm still sort of in shock at the experience we had for what we paid. Bournedale was the most affordable location in the area and it offered a million more things for that price. + The coordinator, Darin? Invaluable. He absolutely made the day. I can't say enough about my appreciation and love for Darin. He is MEANT for this kind of work. He has a calm, relaxed demeanor and yet has every little detail 100% covered. He is thoughtful, honest, and kind, and I was so, so grateful to be able to work with him for this wedding. + The food? Insanely good. Like, actually. I know people always say how they had people tell them the food was good afterwards, but my friends are RAVING. Everything was perfect and delicious and like a meal you would have at a really nice restaurant. The variety was awesome, and the chef is just the sweetest person. He accommodated not just your regular dietary restrictions but more unique ones with a smile, making every single one of our guests feel welcome. I ate at the wedding (Darin and Robin, another coordinator, made sure we did!!), and I still regret not eating more haha! + The experience? Where else can you have a beautiful ceremony on a lake, cocktail hour, an incredible dinner, super fun dancing, a bonfire with marshmallow roasting, an afterparty, AND brunch?! I can't tell you how much fun this was. I've never been to another wedding like it. I was pretty overwhelmed by the prospect of a wedding, and this actually made it so much better - we had so many opportunities to connect with our friends and family in a relaxed way, and there was much less pressure knowing we'd see folks at the afterparty and at brunch. Most of our guests were from out of town, and if this is true for you, you absolutely need to pick Bournedale. + The staff? Genuinely kind, wonderful, helpful, loving people - every last one. It truly feels like a family-run establishment. Everyone from Arnie, the owner, to the coordinators, to the kitchen staff, to the great guys who drove us around in golf carts all night long were just the sweetest, loveliest people. I can't express my gratitude to them all enough for making us feel so welcomed and supported. Truly, there is nowhere else like Bournedale. I can't express how over the moon I am with the experience we had there. It's hard to imagine why anyone in Massachusetts or the surrounding area would ever plan a wedding anywhere else when Bournedale is an option. I am going to cherish my time there forever -- my now husband and I are already planning to send our future kids to camp there and want to rent it out again in the future for an anniversary or family celebration!

own to the morning after checkout... all went smooth and everyone had a blast! Food was delicious, venue was setjust how I’d envisioned it and everyone had a blast enjoying pizza and s’mores around the bonfire after!!!

was not rushed or stressful whatsoever. We had been guests at a wedding there a few summers ago, and we knew that when our day came, it would be a beautiful place to get married! Darin, the head of the facility, was incredible to work with from day one. He was extremely flexible when it came to meeting in person, and I can’t even tell you how many emails I sent with millions of questions! He answered each one promptly and was beyond helpful when it came to planning for our big day! We got a great deal booking out of season and on a holiday weekend, we had planned to have it on Sunday to get the Monday holiday rate, but Darin gave us the Saturday for the same price! The actual day was a dream. I was very nervous that something would go wrong, as all brides are, but everything we planned, every little detail, came out perfectly! Darin and Robin were amazing the entire night and we were able to have our dream ceremony outside in the middle of November. The sun was shining and Darin addressed our guests beforehand to let them know in a very professional and genuine way that even though it would be a little chilly, we dreamed of our ceremony outdoors and we would have some amazing photographs. The entire night ran so smoothly but of course, flew by! I didn’t even make it around to see the dessert table and guest book and place cards and all those details, but the pictures and compliments from guests said it all!! But out of all the compliments we got, the food got the most!! People had amazing things to say about the food, and that was VERY important to us! We had the roast beef carving station, baked stuffed haddock, and we added on the pasta station, which was the biggest hit of all! We had cupcakes and Italian pastries for dessert, and they did a fabulous job getting everything set up beautifully and in a great time frame. No one left hungry, that’s for sure!! All in all, my husband and I could not be happier with our wedding day. The venue was absolutely perfect, and we are forever grateful of Darin and the entire staff of Bournedale Function Facility!!

ake the day even special! They were so attentive to detail that we forgot that it was raining and windy outside. The guest kept complimenting on the food and the venue itself. telling us this was the best wedding they have been to in a long time. Thank you so much for making our wedding day more than amazing!

écor we dropped off and being our day of coordinator they were absolutely wonderful. I can’t recommend them enough. We didn’t have to worry about a thing. All our guests raved about the food, service and overall experience. We had so many people tell us it was the best wedding they ever went to. Leading up to the “big day”, I always heard time and time again “Something will go wrong…but don’t sweat it, cause it will all be ok and no one will notice”. Well, I can honestly say, nothing went wrong and that is because of the entire team at Bournedale.

lanning our wedding we knew we wanted something more that the typical ballroom/event hall type wedding. The majority of our guests would be traveling from a distance and we wanted something that would allow us to interact with them for more time than 5 hours. In our research that is almost impossible in the Boston area if we didn’t want to go to NH or VT. The places that seemed like they would work were either too rustic or too expensive. Then I found Bournedale!! From our first visit to the site we just knew. It is right on the water, they have so much land, and the value!!!! Oh my gosh for the whole year leading up to the big day I was just waiting to the other shoe to drop, but it never did. You get an outdoor ceremony overlooking the water, indoor reception, you can bring your own lawn games, pontoon ride during cocktail hour, overnight stay for guests in beautiful homes or more rustic cabins. AND A BONFIRE AFTER THE WEDDING!!! Amazing. Hearing that I thought “ ok something has to be bad” but it wasn’t. The food was UNBELIEVABLY delicious, best filet I have had in awhile. The timeline of things went off without a hitch. And the best part was the whole Bournedale staff . They were the nicest, kindest ,professional, warmest people I have ever met. They made me feel like we were all family. They accommodated all our requests, made sure we ate at the reception, coordinated and fed our vendors, set up the hall, and so much more. From the guys who stayed overnight to drive us around in golf carts and coordinate the bon fire to the owner who was so friendly and helpful, you can not go wrong by having your wedding here. It was a dream come true and I am so happy we found this place. It was my best day ever and I will be eternally grateful to all of them. Best venue ever!!!!

g was perfectly cooked and delicious. I couldn't believe the amount of appetizers that got passed around. Darin brought our dinner to our table so my husband and I didn't have to go through the buffet line. The staff set up all of my decorations and even put together my intricate centerpieces despite my warnings that it might be a lot of work. Everything was set up just as I had imagined. The guests loved being escorted from their cars via golf cart. Thunderstorms were looming all day and the clouds got steadily worse but Darin was optimistic and we set up for the outdoor ceremony that I dreamed of. During the ceremony people starting looking at the sky and we began to feel a few drops. Not even 2 minutes after everyone got inside it poured the hardest rain I've seen in years. It was incredible. I would have been so sad if we weren't able to do the outdoor ceremony and thanks to Darin and everyone who helped with the set up they made it happen for me even though we knew it was going to rain at some point. Having everyone stay overnight was one of the best parts. The bonfire was really special and we had pizzas delivered that the crew kept warm until we were ready for them. Rain ended the bonfire early but we got rides back to our houses on the golf carts which was great. The breakfast the next morning was delicious. I could not stop eating the blueberry bread. Arnie the owner was there for the ceremony and the breakfast and was such a sweet man. I could go on and on. From the big things, to the very small things, Darin and his staff went out of their way to help us have an amazing wedding. Words can't even express how happy I am. Have your wedding here!

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sing Bouredale Function Facility was by far the best decision I made over the whole wedding process. Darin and his staff were absolutely amazing!!! Any questions I had Darin had the answer and even more information for future questions I didn’t even think of yet! The day of was absolutely perfect and a big reason for that was Darin and his team! They were there every step of the way! The food was so good and you have so much to choose from! The bonfire after the reception was the cherry on top! It was so fun and allowed you and your guest to continue celebrating together! The breakfast the next morning was a perfect way to finish up the wedding! I would 1000% recommend Bournedale Function Facility to anyone who is getting married!

The staff is outstanding! I felt like they were family members, as they couldn't do enough for the grooms, wedding party, family and friends. The food was the best I have ever had at a wedding. Absolutely delicious!!!! You will fall in love with Bournedale as it is a true gem!!! The venue overlooking the beautiful lake to the campfire where we had S'mores--just magical. The best wedding I have ever been a part of. Thank you for making Kyle & Kale's wedding so beautiful and magical!!!!

017 and informed us that her fiancé and her wanted to get married this year and would love to find a venue as soon as possible. We all began a web search; communicating with several vendors, knowing that it would probably be very difficult getting into any venue on short notice. Just when we started to feel like a 2017 wedding on a weekend might not be possible, we stumbled upon the Bournedale Function Facility. This place had it all... facility coordinator, onsite catering (with an out of this world menu), and even a list of recommended vendors that have worked with them, for a seamless event. And to top it off, you and your guests can party, dance and celebrate and then for a very reasonable cost, spend the night in one of their cabins or onsite houses. Well believe it or not, luck was with us.. Memorial Day Sunday had been booked and then cancelled. We couldn't have been happier. Working with Darin and Robin was so easy that even as a dad of three daughters who had done this twice before, this was a bride's father's dream place. We had several questions and all were addressed timely and even when they were busy with other events at the facility, made time to meet with us. We used several vendors that were recommended by Darin and the relationships between the facility and the additional vendors was immediately obvious to me that the typical high stress level that goes with planning a wedding had been much reduced. The wedding day came, weather could not have been better. The entire event went off without a hitch. Everyone is still talking about how unique and out of the ordinary this wedding was. Everyone at Bournedale, from Arnie (the Owner) to Darin, Robin and ALL the support staff could not have done a better job. Anyone planning a wedding that wants a truly UNIQUE experience, check out their website and then contact Darin. If you are lucky enough to get a day for your wedding (this place is booked well in advance, unless the force is with you, like it was with us), so don't hesitate to contact them. Tell them Ron said Hi. Best of luck to all you moms and dads, planning your daughter's perfect day. This venue is certainly worth the look.

ALL of our questions were answered. The venue is absolutely breathtaking. If you are looking for a family-oriented feel this is it! We wanted to feel comfortable, we wanted our guests and family to feel safe to celebrate in the same location and felt that the venue met the needs of our older and younger guests. The process of planning the details was straight forward and they are quick to reply by email or phone. We decided to do the overnight stay so that our older folks could have a comfortable house to stay in and our friends and cousins were able to celebrate past the end of the reception. The boat rides were awesome! The food was AMAZING and they were very helpful with all of our guests that had allergies. I heard that I had forgotten an allergy and the Chef was able to accommodate that guest on the day of as well. We heard numerous compliments from our photographers, videographer and vendors of how professional Darin and the staff were and how welcoming they are as well. All of our guests said they hadn't been to a venue or a wedding like ours! We planned our entire wedding by ourselves and we felt no stress from this venue. The day of I felt like the staff was so incredibly helpful. I had a slip up with my dress before my first dance and Robin was there with safety pins! And, when it started to drizzle the guys overnight were great to help us pack our things up from the bonfire and bring it to the Bridal Suite. My parents absolutely loved the breakfast the next morning! The buffet was satisfying and tasty. They said that it reminded them of how weddings in India used to be because we all were able to spend the entire weekend together and have breakfast together the next morning. I could keep going on about Bournedale but really you need to visit it for yourself. Its a great alternative to booking hotel rooms for guests and everyone can celebrate without the worry of guests driving home intoxicated. My younger cousins had plenty of space to run around and they enjoyed the bonfire/sleeping over as well. Thank you so much for a great wedding experience!

d staff were amazing. Bournedale is such a unique venue that offered us overnight accommodations with the opportunity to continue partying into the wee hours of the morning. They have it all; wonderful coordination with Darin and Robin who were willing to help us through every single detail, no matter how many questions we asked. The chefs made an amazing meal that our guests are still talking about. We were married outside on the beautiful lawn, just next to the beach, and the fall colors surrounding us were amazing. Our guests were well cared for from start to finish. All of them were SO impressed with the entire experience. We simply cannot speak highly enough of this venue. They went above and beyond every step of the way and made our wedding truly memorable.

byn made sure we had plenty to eat and the food was FABULOUS! Everyone was so happy with the carving stations and the Pasta Bar was a huge hit! The after party at the fire was truly awesome too! Our two attendants were great and attentive to everyone's needs! The next morning at Brunch, the owner of the facility came up to us and thanked us for choosing Bournedale!!! We would highly recommend Bournedale to everyone. We have received so many comments sayng "This was the best wedding we have been to in a long time!!"

we were eating throughout our wedding reception. We were able to get ready in one of the houses with hair/makeup. The ceremony on the lake was lovely, followed by a great cocktail hour. The food was amazing throughout the evening and we have a great time relaxing at the bonfire afterwards. I cannot say enough good things. This place is truly the greatest package. Our guests enjoyed staying in the houses and cabins and waking up to breakfast the next morning. We never felt like an inconvenience. I couldn't imagine having our wedding anywhere else and I hope everyone else finds theirs as easy as ours.

wedding coordinator), and everyone else at Bournedale! We booked about 2 years ago (had a long engagement) and had a long time to plan/iron out details, and Darin was so great with my 100+ questions along the way. Darin is caring, down to earth, so patient, and responsive. First of all, the pricing of Bournedale is great. You get so much more than what you pay for! Secondly, if you are looking for a unique venue and more of a weekend experience, Bournedale is the place! They do not do rehearsals (which honestly you don't need because Darin and Robin are there to guide everything the day of). The property is gorgeous in of itself - love the lake front and the wraparound porch. Our guests loved staying in the houses and cabins (they seem to keep buying and renovating more houses each year) and riding the pontoon boat during cocktail hour. Everything went off without a hitch! We have been to many weddings (so have our guests), and both myself, my husband, and our guests truly do feel this was the most fun and unique wedding ever! Definitely do the beach bonfire! The food was also AMAZING!! Everyone loved the breakfast the next morning; it was really great to celebrate one last time and say our goodbyes the next morning over delicious bacon and eggs! I would highly recommend this venue to anyone looking to have a fairytale wedding weekend!! We are crossing our fingers someone we knows books so we can come back as guests!! THANK YOU DARIN & BOURNEDALE!!!

day with both sets of parents. My family grew up camping and staying on a lake so as soon I stepped out of the car and was warmly greeted by Darin, the coordinator, I felt at home. My now husband and I decided early on in the planning process that we wanted a laid back, party atmosphere. Bournedale allowed for us to host our own after party with a big bonfire and let everyone stay in the cabins and houses. Immediately after visiting the other venue with both families the following day we decided we all needed to drive to bournedale to see it. We were sold, and couldn't be happier throughout the process. Darin, the coordinator was responsive, flexible, and genuine. He helped us create our own menu to fit our budget and answered any questions we had. His staff who worked the night of our wedding were fantastic as well - from Robin, the ceremony coordinator to the people who stayed all night for the after party - our guests could not get over how helpful, professional, and happy everyone was. We also had DIY centerpieces which they set up for us....Everyone raved about the food (get the mashed potato bar), the venue and the after party. Out of 150 guests, 100 spent the night. We ordered sandwiches from BJs and got a keg and everything was set up for us at the end of the wedding. I was so relaxed throughout the wedding because Darin and the staff took care of everything. My husband and I had the best night of our lives and we loved the fact that brunch was provided the next day so that we could relive the memories with all of our guests.

as over.The food was great, the drinks were awesome and the customer service was excellent!!!and price wise it was convenient for our pockets. If you are looking for a one stop shop for your wedding please look no further. I loved the water front view and all our guests are still commenting about our wedding. The overnight guests had the best fun on the warm borne fire roasting marshmallows. Our target is to book the place every 5 years to renew our vows. From the bottom of our hearts I would like to thank the management , manager and staff for making our wedding dreams come true!!!!

leaves, guests enjoyed the boat ride on the lake and then enjoyed the indoor and outdoor bar as well as appetizers and hors d'oeuvres. Dinner was delicious (as was breakfast the next morning) and the entire reception was beautifully set up. It was also a pleasure working with Darin and everyone at Bournedale -- after visiting several other venues, we really appreciated that Darin was honest and upfront with us about everything (ie. price and things included) so that there were no surprises. He and his team were also very flexible during the entire time leading up to our wedding and on the day/night of our wedding. I really can not rave enough about everyone at Bournedale -- they made sure everything was arranged as my fiancé and I had wanted and flawlessly took care of all the details so that we didn't have to. After dinner, we also enjoyed a nice bonfire with our guests who were staying over and then slept in clean houses/cabins (which I really appreciated!). Overall, we had a wonderful time at Bournedale and highly recommend it!

e website, so I won't list them all, but the most important thing I have to say is this: When we paid the deposit, I remember feeling like it was so easy and stress-free, there must be a catch somewhere. But over the next couple of months, I realized there was no catch- it's just a gorgeous, welcoming place run by terrific people who know what they are doing and want you to be happy. Bournedale delivered beautifully on all their promises. By the end of the process, I knew to trust the wedding coordinator Darin’s suggestions- he’s pretty much always right. Everyone else showed the kind of hospitality you just can’t fake, especially the owner Arnie, but everyone else too- from the breakfast service manager who helped me look for my lost bouquet to the young man who drove my mom back to her house from the campfire party in a golf cart at one in the morning. Our guests have been raving about the beautiful location and views (we had our ceremony on the lawn, which I highly recommend), the deck where we had the cocktail hour and where some guests hung out all night, the pontoon boat rides, the lovely stone fire-pit where we had our little "after party," and the delicious food. My concerns going in were mostly about the accommodations. Would my guests be comfortable in the cabins? Would my older guests be comfortable in the houses? Would it be worth the effort to coordinate the payments and room assignments at Bournedale instead of just booking a block of rooms at a hotel? The answer is yes, yes, YES. The cabins are clean, fresh, and comfortable, with towels and bedding. It's just a place to lay your head for a few hours, but they were nicely equipped (each has its own bathroom) and spacious. The houses are lovely. The bridal house has a deck where I enjoyed a glass of wine with my bridesmaids before I got dressed. The other houses are updated and in great shape. Coordinating the housing assignment and payments for housing by guests was a little unusual, but to be honest, it turned out to be pretty simple. The amazing convenience of having an all-night party onsite made it more than worth the effort. If I could do it all again, I wouldnt change a thing. In fact, my husband and I have only one regret about our entire experience with Bournedale: we wish we could have rented the place for the entire weekend!

back and had space to accommodate all of our guests and create a wedding weekend feel. The most important part of the wedding for us was to provide an opportunity for all of our loved ones to come together for the weekend to celebrate together and that's what Bournedale provided for us. The staff were amazing and accommodating and helped us feel at ease about the whole process. They obliged my need to meet a few times before the wedding to go over details and answer questions. The venue was beautiful and the accommodations were perfect for everything we needed. We loved that everything from the ceremony thru breakfast the next morning was held on site. Our guests still continue to tell us what a great time they had and how much they loved the venue. That is priceless. Our only regret was not fully discussing the contract before making the final payment. In retrospect the wording in the contract was confusing and we had expected a different final cost. It was not an issue either way we just wished it was more clear. Overall we will always recommend this venue as it will always be a happy memory for us!

hing from the second the bridal party and I arrived. I dropped off the decorations and he sent me and the girls up to our house to start hair and makeup. The ceremony went off seamlessly even though we did not have a rehearsal, everyone was where the needed to be. Cocktail hour was great two bars, endless apps, and the pontoon for rides around the pond! So much fun! The reception spot was perfect it fit our 190 guests perfectly. We did a stationed meal and a pasta station which was an extra 10 bucks a person but completely worth it! Food was delicious! The best thing about the reception was there was something to do for everyone! Dancing, the photo booth out on the patio or cigars on the deck, no one was in their seats. The staff was so accomadating and pleasant and Darin was there the entire times to make sure everything went off without a hitch! Then the after party for everyone that was staying over in the cabins was great! A big bonfire with more good and drinks, the guests basically have run of the camp for the night! The staff stays all night to make sure all goes well. The buffet breakfast the next morning was just what we all needed! This was a perfect venue for my groom and I as we wanted something outside and causal/relaxed and that is exactly what Bournedale was. But most of all we wanted FUN and this is what we hear most about our wedding how fun it was. There is something to be said to be able to have the ceremony/ reception/ after party/ and morning breakfast all in the same location. It was seamless perfect wedding weekend! All made possible by Bournedale and it's staff. I would encourage any bride to look into Bournedale for their wedding as they provided my groom and I with memories to last a lifetime.

put all my reservations to rest. We had a wonderful experience with no detail lacking - more what you'd expect from a "regular" wedding venue (which Bournedale actually is) than a summer camp. The staff - from Darin to Deb the wonderful head housekeeper - couldn't have been more attentive or accommodating; the outdoor ceremony was gorgeous; the hall was a perfect size and configuration for the reception; and the food was truly delicious. Add golf carts, pontoon boat rides, cocktail hour on the beautiful decks, and wedding guests who could stay overnight (everyone was pleasantly surprised by the comfort of the houses and cabins) for the bonfire, after party and breakfast, and you have the ingredients for a truly memorable event. Our only complaint is that it all went by so quickly. If it didn't mean we'd have to plan another wedding (!), we'd do it again in an instant. If you're looking for a unique, fun way to celebrate, Bournedale is worth serious consideration!

re to serve you and make everything work out!! The setting is gorgeous and the food is amazing! Everyone is still commenting on the food, setting and event! I would highly recommend choosing Camp Bournedale for any type of function. You will have an amazing time as the host and not even have to worry about anything as they will take care of it all for you! Staying onsite is so fun as well. The houses and cabins are clean, comfortable and fun! We did stayed the whole weekend and everyone had a blast. The rehearsal dinner was fantastic with a five star clam bake, the wedding food was delicious as well and the Sunday brunch! And we had a campfire as well - that was the icing on the cake. They are very flexible and accommodating! Thank you again to everyone that works there for an amazing wedding weekend! I want to do it again in ten years!!

al people that care about every last detail to make your day, what you wish for and so much more. We can't thank them enough. I don't have 1 thing that I look back on and think or i wish we had...... Everything was perfect and that was the effort of the entire staff. I would highly recommend Bournedale.