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Based in Bristol, Connecticut, Larimar is an elegant banquet hall available to host wedding ceremonies and receptions. It can also accommodate rehearsal dinners. Recently refurbished, this family-friendly location has beautiful views of the club’s immaculate fairway and surrounding countryside. Large windows allow plenty of natural light to illuminate your celebration before the sun goes down over the golf course.
Facilities and Capacity
Remodeled for the 2020 season, Larimar can host between 50 and 200 guests. A covered outdoor venue is available for ceremonies, where loved ones can enjoy scenic views. Couples can say their vows in the romantic gazebo on the grounds in front of their nearest and dearest. A lush and well-maintained golf course can act as an idyllic photo backdrop. The renovated patio with firepit and wrap around deck with goergeous views are ideal for a laidback cocktail reception where the happy pair can greet their guests as a newly-married couple. Larimar offers a get-ready Bridal Suite for those important final touch-ups before an emotional day. This venue has ample parking and is wheelchair accessible.
Services Offered
Larimar has an award-winning full-service restaurant that can take care of your catering needs. Couples will receive stylish passed hors d’oeuvres, tapas tables and a fantastic duo plate dinner while highly trained staff can keep things running smoothly. Chairs, tables, and a dance floor is supplied by Larimar. Centerpieces are also available for an added touch of elegance. The all-important wedding cake can also be included in catering, giving couples one less feature to organize. Event planners are on hand to support couples in their wedding coordination. All-inclusive packages can help to keep worries to a minimum, while set up and clean up is provided by the venue.
+102 years in business
Speaks English, Spanish
15 team members
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
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Ceremony:
$650
Bar services:
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Catering:
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Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is May-Oct.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 200
Settings
Ballroom
Country Club
Garden
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
Planning
Se Habla Español
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Availability
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
20 reviews
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The Larimar is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its beautiful venue, exceptional service, and delicious food. The staff, including Juan, Andrea, and Tori, are described as amazing, thorough, and attentive. Guests especially appreciate the large variety of appetizers and hors d'oeuvres, as well as the spectacular quality and quantity of the food. The venue itself is highly commended for its modern, cozy, and elegant design, both inside and outside. Reviewers also highlight the professionalism, flexibility, and attention to detail of the coordinators, such as Andrea and Victoria. Overall, the Larimar is highly recommended for its stunning setting and stress-free planning process.
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Auria R
5.0
12/30/2023
The Larimar was absolutely beautiful venue. The staff there were absolutely amazing ( Juan, Andrea, Tori) and on point with every detail and the service was great. Let’s not forget the food all of it was so good and there was such a large variety of appetizers and hors d’oeuvres. Every guest from our wedding raved about the food and how they’ve never been to a wedding with so much food that was so good. I would definitely recommend not just for a wedding but any event. I have nothing negative to say it was a 10/10 experience.
Caitlin K
5.0
6/14/2023
The Larimar was the absolute best decision we made in our wedding planning and we had the most amazing day! The whole team from the start of touring to the check in visits/meetings, the tasting event, rehearsal and the day of was SO thorough and well organized. Not a single thing in our eye went wrong and we couldn’t have asked for the most perfect day. The feedback was absolutely stellar from all of our guests— The venue inside and outside (design, style, ease of access, quality of work) was just exactly what we envisioned for our wedding. Now the food, absolutely SPECTACULAR. The guests raved about the amount of food that was served and how delicious everything tasted (along with the awesome cocktails). They are still continuing to tell us how great the food was. We truly can’t say enough positive things about this day and everything leading up to it. I cried tears of happiness with our wedding and how stress-free they helped make it. To all of you at the Larimar, you made our dreams and vision come to life and we are so blessed to have chosen your venue to make our day so special. Thank you!!
response06/14/2023
Thank you so much Caitlin! You were a pleasure to work with and we are very happy we were ...
part of making your very special day a reality! Larimar
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Christine D
5.0
10/22/2022
I cannot speak highly of this venue and the coordinators.
Everything was simple, explained in detail, we were given tips and advise that was SUPER helpful and made wedding planning a breeze. Overall, our wedding was amazing. It ran smoothly. We were well respected and thought of throughout the whole process. They had so many extras that were offered that really made the night special for us and our guests. THE FOOD - Our guests are still talking about the quality of the food, absolute hit.
Brittani M
5.0
9/30/2022
We just had our wedding here last weekend and we have only great things to say about Larimar! When looking for venues last year, we knew we wanted a venue that was bright and airy, with an indoor space in case of rain. Larimar fit all these criteria and the guests and vendors raved about what a nice and cozy venue it was - from the fireplace inside and fire pit outside, to the modern look of the reception room, to the beautiful greens and trees outside.
From the beginning, Andrea and Juan were great to work with. Andrea always made herself available to answer my multitude of questions and was always flexible as we made some last minute changes in the days leading up to the wedding. The food tasting in the spring was amazing (no shortage of food here!) and Andrea led the rehearsal to be sure all guests knew what to do on the day of.
What really stood out to us was how accommodating the staff was on the wedding day. Andrea consistently checked in with me and my soon-to-be-husband to be sure we had everything we needed. They even sent someone to the grocery store to get us deli ham because that is what we requested for lunch! She coordinated with our vendors beforehand to be sure everyone knew what they needed to do and where to go, and overall, the day went very smoothly. Best of all, she let us push the ceremony out 15 minutes to allow the rain to stop because she knew how much we wanted the ceremony to take place outside. I highly recommend Larimar to others looking for a wedding venue!
response09/30/2022
Thank you so much Brittani and Alex! You guys were a pleasure to work with! Juan and Andre...
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Diana R
5.0
9/13/2022
We had our wedding at the Larimar on 9/10/22 and it was an incredible venue! Andrea and her team were extremely helpful all the way through the planning process and made sure that every small detail was perfect! The venue is absolutely gorgeous and our guests couldn't stop raving about how incredible the food was. We had around 160 guests at our wedding and fit everybody comfortably inside. They also have a gorgeous patio and front lawn/gazebo where the guests enjoyed cocktail hour and our ceremony, and could spend time outside as the night went on. The guys also got to play golf in the morning on the course which was an added bonus.
We highly recommend having your special day at the Larimar!
Elizabeth G
5.0
8/17/2022
Larimar was absolutely incredible for our special day. The grounds outside are gorgeous; we had our ceremony on site at the gazebo and it was perfect. Plus, the space outside for cocktail hour was amazing, as were the dozens of different pass around appetizers (which our guests could not stop talking about!). The meal itself was also AMAZING and another topic of conversation among our guests. Then, the banquet room was more gorgeous than I ever could have imagined--down to every last detail.
Also, working with Andrea and Tori throughout the process was easy. They were responsive when we had questions, flexible when we made changes or new requests (which happened often throughout the process), and just generally, made it clear that the details we cared about mattered. It was evident that bringing our vision to life (in every way!) was their top priority. If I could do it all over again, I would--and I'd do it again at the Larimar. It was the BEST day--so beautiful in every way and easy for us, as the couple.
We highly recommend this wedding venue for any couple who wants a gorgeous venue, an easy, flexible planning process, and coordinators who genuinely care about making this day everything you could possibly imagine.
Roberta C
5.0
8/09/2022
I had an absolutely wonderful experience working with Larimar. Andrea, the venue coordinator, did an exceptional job. Her attention to small details during the planning process ensured that our wedding day went off without a hitch. The room looked gorgeous and the food was delicious. We did our ceremony outside and it was set up beautifully. My guests also loved the option of being able to sit outside on the patio/ deck when they needed a break from all the dancing. The bridal suite was also a wonderful little oasis and perfect for getting ready, I highly recommend Larimar!
response08/09/2022
Thank you so much for your kind words, Roberta! I am so glad I was able to be part of your...
special day! Andrea
Chandler H
5.0
7/09/2022
We had our wedding at the Larimar this past weekend and it was perfect. Andrea and Juan went out of their way to make sure our day was special and smooth. Andrea was on top of everything and ensured my vision came to life. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and we received so many compliments on the food and atmosphere. It was the best day ever and we’re so grateful we chose the Larimar. If your looking for a modern and elegant venue to celebrate with great food, this is the perfect option!
Melanie M
5.0
6/16/2022
We had the perfect wedding at Larimar! Our guests continue to compliment the staff, venue, beautiful outdoor space and ceremony site, and the exceptional food and drinks. Andrea, Victoria, and Juan did a great job of coordinating everything and really bringing our vision to life. We had the best day and only wish that we could re-live it again!
response06/16/2022
Thank you so much Melanie and Daniel! You and your guests were great to work with and we a...
re very glad we were able to be part of your dream day!
Janet L
5.0
5/24/2022
Larimar was the perfect place for our Ceremony and Reception. They even have a bridal suite where I was able to show up mid day and get ready with my bridesmaids and hair and makeup artists while even having Lunch and drinks. It was a very relaxing, magical day!! Everything flowed seamlessly, the food was amazing and our guest have not stopped raving about our wedding. We did things differently and out of the box and Andrea, her assistant coordinators and Juan made it all work. I would do it all over again with Larimar. It will definitely be our go to for future events!!
response05/25/2022
Thank you so much guys! It was our pleasure to help in making your dream day come true!
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arimar
Dorota S
5.0
11/26/2021
My daughter and son in law were married at Larimar this past Oct 2021.... the remodeled venue is absolutely beautiful, the staff did an amazing job with the reception. And I cant say enough about the wedding planners, Andrea and Olivia. They went above and beyond my expectations. I have 3 daughters and this was our first wedding that we had to plan..and i can honestly say that i had no worries working with them.. I highly recommend this venue for your wedding/reception
response11/26/2021
Thank you so much Dorothy! It was our pleasure! :-)
Lauren L
5.0
11/26/2021
Larimar did an exceptional job with our wedding! The service, food, decor, and all of our personal details were beyond any of our expectations. Andrea and Juan were on top of everything and organized the day start to finish seamlessly. The staff at Larimar were all so kind and made our day very special. We also had so many compliments from our guests about how beautiful the venue was. We wish we could get married at Larimar all over again!
response11/26/2021
Thank you so much! It was great for us to help make your day so special!
Sandy F
5.0
11/26/2021
My niece’s wedding was held at Larimar on 10/8/21. It was a spectacular event that we won’t soon forget. The staff was attentive to the bride & groom’s every need. The quality of food was outstanding and the service was beyond our expectations.
response11/26/2021
Thank you so much for your kind words and review!
Bob F
5.0
10/12/2021
My Niece was married over this past weekend and Larimar was perfect! The room is beautiful. The setting by the gazebo was a perfect site for the ceremony. The patio offered beautiful views for the cocktail hour with delicious hot and cold hors dours. The staff was attentive to all the details and all requests were greeted with a smile. I highly recommend Larimar for a unique wedding experience
Elizabeth M
5.0
12/10/2019
Our wedding was in June 2019 and everything was perfect! From the beginning of planning to the last song of the night, we had a wonderful time working with Chippanee. They were very accommodating and quick to respond via email or phone calls. When planning, we were given some great advice and they were able to understand what we wanted even when we were being indecisive! We decided to have the cocktail hour outside, so they put up a large tent for us and a huge bar that was open all night so people could mingle outside when they wanted a break from the band. We never would have thought of having the bar outside all night, but it was perfect as there was less congestion inside. We also had food stations during the reception and the dinner was spectacular. Plenty of guests told us it was the best food they'd had at a wedding, both in variety and quality. Thank you to Donna, Juan and Andrea for making it such a wonderful event. Would love to do it all over again!
response11/26/2021
Thank you so much Elizabeth! It was our pleasure to make your day so special!
Molly B
5.0
10/29/2019
We truly cannot say anything bad about this place. Form planning to commencement everything was wonderful and went very smoothly. Donna and her staff were great and any time were had a question or concern it was answered quickly and efficently. We booked the place in March for an October wedding. They already had one booked for the afternoon so we took the morning. (Don't do this if you are not a morning person.) The ceremony was outside (quite chilly) but OK. We were at the Gazebo and there were chairs set up for everyone. Plenty of room for the photographer and others who wanted to take pics or video.
The venue was great with giving us a bridal room with a locker/dressing area for all of us who showed up in street clothes. There was a separate area for the guys so as not to see the bride dressed before the ceremony.
After the ceremony pictures were taken. The bride and groom only were taken to the pond area by golf cart for a few pics and the rest of them were taken either inside on their grounds which are perfect for photos. The cocktail hour was perfect with passed hot treats and then there was a cheese and fruit area.
The lunch buffet we served and the food was the perfect temperature and they didn't run out of anything. We had 3 choices plus salad, vegetable, potato and a roll. And then of course we had cake and ice cream for dessert. You will have to order your cake. The venue and DJ coordinated everything with time for dances. singers, and other things that needed be done like flower toss and garter. The wedding turned out to be perfect for my sister and her now husband. So glad we went with Chippanee. I promise that if you do you won't be sorry.
Stacey R
5.0
10/18/2019
I could not be happier with my wedding at Chippanee Country Club! From start to finish the process was smooth, efficient and exactly how I had hoped my day would be. The onsite wedding coordinator Donna Michaud is a godsend. Donna was easy to get in touch with and communicated with us throughout the process. Our wedding happened to be on the hottest day of the year this July and we had originally planned for a tent for our guests. We were able to make last minute changes to move everyone inside due to the heat advisory without any trouble. The staff and bartenders are top notch and the food was divine - I’m still getting compliments from our guests about the day. The club was open to members but we felt like we were the only people there. We also had access to a bridal suite which was great for us when we first arrived. The bridal suite gave us a space to decompress a little before our reception formally started. The grounds are spectacular! We were able to get great photos out on the property too. I would recommend Chippanee to anyone looking for an amazing space and reasonable price. Five out of five stars – definitely recommend!
Kathy D
5.0
10/18/2019
If you want an over the top wedding with the best staff to work with this is it! Donna is easy to work with!! Stays on top of all concerns and returns correspondence on time! She is always available to answer questions and keep everyone calm.
The day of the wedding she will blend in with the wedding colors but keeps everyone on course without any problems! The staff goes well and beyond and become family!!
Joy B
5.0
10/18/2019
We had our wedding at Chippanee in the Grand View Ballroom in August and it was an amazing experience for us and for our guests.
Donna was our saving grace, as she helped us organize and plan our event seamlessly. My worries went away knowing that she had everything covered. She was always there if I had a question and provided guidance along the way.
Chippanee has some of the best food around and our guests are still raving about how much they enjoyed the appetizers, meal and venue.
Our photographer was able to capture amazing sunset shots and the landscaping that Chippanee has will surely provide any photographer with amazing backdrops for your pictures.
All of the servers, bartenders and staff at Chippanee were professional, helpful and extremely friendly. We really felt that everyone was working hard to make our wedding day unforgettable for us and our guests.
Tom J
5.0
1/29/2018
Awesome setting, affordable, great service and great memories !!
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