59 Allen Ln, Barre, Barre, MA
Harding Allen Estate is a historic wedding venue located in the pristine New England town of Barre, Massachusetts, just 20 minutes from Worcester. This neoclassical mansion was built during the Roaring 20s and exemplifies the charm and opulence of that storied era. The estate operates as a bed and breakfast year-round and boasts six tastefully appointed bedrooms, two cottages, a beautiful garden, and a signature event pavilion. All-inclusive packages ensure that your celebration will be seamless and stress-free while the breathtaking setting guarantees a picturesque backdrop to all the festivities. The manor at Harding Allen Estate is the perfect place to stay overnight with your loved ones and pose for pictures with your wedding party. When you arrive, the mansion will immediately impress you with its two-story portico and balustraded porches. Upon entering, you will be greeted by an elegant foyer characterized by painted mahogany walls, marble flooring imported from Italy, and a dazzling crystal chandelier. The interior is furnished with plaster molding, antique furniture, hand carved fireplaces, candelabra-inspired wall sconces, mahogany wood paneling, a baby grand piano, and more. Ceremonies can be held outside in the walled garden or underneath the white-column pergola. Afterward, retire to the Fountain View Room for dining and dancing in a climate-controlled space featuring crystal chandeliers and cloth drapery. This pavilion overlooks the lighted pond and can seat as many as 270 guests. Wedding packages at Harding Allen Estate come with banquet tables and Chiavari chairs, tableware and glassware, white linens and napkins, and a 750-square-foot dance floor. Rentals also include use of the grounds for photos, a room within the inn for getting ready, and parking. When you book the bedrooms for overnight accommodations, you will have use of the mansion’s living spaces for receptions and free continental breakfast. An event coordinator will also be provided to help you plan and manage the big day.