4.9
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Scenic Elegance in a Quiet Country Setting
The Pierce House was stunning and the perfect venue for our wedding! The house itself is gorgeous and really speaks for itself. Jenn the Director was absolutely lovely to work with - she was very professional, friendly, and was extremely accommodating, making sure we had everything we needed. She made the experience feel very personal and her warmth really helped set the tone for the day. I would absolutely recommend this location and Jenn's expertise to others. Thank you!!
Solange R.
5.0
My wife and I both knew we wanted to choose the Pierce House as soon as we visited and we are so glad we did. The ability to choose all of the other vendors - to customize - really made it feel like OUR wedding. Jenn was a delight to work with from start to finish and helped us make sure all the other vendors knew what was what and where to go. It is a lovely place with character and really makes you feel like it's your home for the day.
We had an offsite ceremony but when we arrived the cocktail hour was great, people flowing in and out of the house. We took pictures on the lawn and the grounds have plenty of space for people to spread out, mixing and mingling indoors and out. After dinner the dancefloor under the tent was packed. The tent being already there with some lighting included is really a great value that makes this also one of the more affordable venues in the Greater Boston area. But really Jenn is the star and having someone so awesome to work with made this venue an 11/10.
Emerson P.
5.0
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Jenn Westlund
DIRECTOR, THE PIERCE HOUSE
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Pierce House is a charming historic wedding venue located in Lincoln, MA. Here, couples can wed on 30 acres of pastoral beauty surrounded by their family and friends. Enjoy rolling hills, luscious lawns, and an old-world ambiance for your special day.
This picturesque mansion was built in 1900 and is located within the Historic District of Lincoln. John. H. Pierce bequeathed the property to the town of Lincoln, requesting that it be made available to the public for year-round celebrations. This idyllic estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In addition to beautiful wedding events, this venue has also hosted art exhibitions, summer concerts, and film screenings. Also found in the township of Lincoln is the Walden Pond Reservation, DeCordova Museum, and Minute Man National Park. This venue is situated less than a 30-minute drive from Boston.
Pierce House oozes refined elegance and an air of a by-gone era. Here, you and your guests will feel like you have stepped back in time. The stately architecture of this property is perfectly suited to hosting grand wedding occasions. The grounds of the estate hold many natural treasures to enjoy, such as woodlands, ponds, local wildlife, and much more.
Both the entirety of the house, the large wrap-around porch, and the grounds can be utilized for your wedding festivities. The surrounding natural landscape provides many scenic spots to host your heartfelt wedding ceremony. Say ‘I do’ under the shade of an ancient weeping willow, or declare your love in front of a shimmering pond. You guests can enjoy a relaxing cocktail hour on the terrace while you and your beloved take advantage of the numerous photography spots on the property. For your grand reception, you have the choice of the mansion interior, or during summer months, a white wedding tent. The house itself encompasses four spacious event rooms that can seat up to 75 guests combined. The wedding tent offers accommodation for up to 200 guests for an evening of dining and dancing. The tent can be strung with cafe lights and designed in the layout of your choice to create your chosen aesthetic. The second floor of the house offers two private dressing rooms which can be utilized by the wedding party for convenient day-of preparations. The kitchen includes a six-burner stove, convection oven, and double fridge, allowing for on-site catering.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Backyard
Estate
Garden
Historic Venue
Park
Tented
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Destination Weddings
Food & Catering
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Transportation
Awards and Affiliations
2-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2023.2022.
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Pierce House is a gorgeous, well‑maintained historic venue with lovely indoor and outdoor spaces perfect for ceremonies, photos, cocktail hour, and receptions under a tent with twinkle lights. The on‑site coordinator was praised as warm, professional, and highly helpful with vendors and last‑minute issues. Couples and guests found it personal, stress‑free, and highly recommended.Review photos
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Solange R
5.0
8/04/2026
The Pierce House was stunning and the perfect venue for our wedding! The house itself is gorgeous and really speaks for itself. Jenn the Director was absolutely lovely to work with...
- she was very professional, friendly, and was extremely accommodating, making sure we had everything we needed. She made the experience feel very personal and her warmth really helped set the tone for the day. I would absolutely recommend this location and Jenn's expertise to others. Thank you!!
Emerson P
5.0
8/01/2026
My wife and I both knew we wanted to choose the Pierce House as soon as we visited and we are so glad we did. The ability to choose all of the other vendors - to customize - really...
made it feel like OUR wedding. Jenn was a delight to work with from start to finish and helped us make sure all the other vendors knew what was what and where to go. It is a lovely place with character and really makes you feel like it's your home for the day.
We had an offsite ceremony but when we arrived the cocktail hour was great, people flowing in and out of the house. We took pictures on the lawn and the grounds have plenty of space for people to spread out, mixing and mingling indoors and out. After dinner the dancefloor under the tent was packed. The tent being already there with some lighting included is really a great value that makes this also one of the more affordable venues in the Greater Boston area. But really Jenn is the star and having someone so awesome to work with made this venue an 11/10.
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Suzanne M
5.0
7/12/2026
We chose the Pierce House for our May wedding and could not have been happier! We passed the house on a bike ride and just knew we had to get married there. Jenn was a dream to wor...
k with. She was incredibly kind and accommodating, and she worked seamlessly with our vendor team. The day of the wedding, she was such a calming and supportive presence, which really set the tone for a relaxed and wonderful day! The venue itself is amazing. We had our ceremony by the pond, cocktail hour on the porch, and our reception in the tent under the twinkle lights. It was an absolutely perfect day and was more beautiful than I ever could have imagined. Thank you Jenn!
Celeste P
5.0
7/06/2026
Beautiful, well maintained property. Perfect for a wedding. Most importantly, this venue comes with Jenn, the director for the property, who is an absolute standout. Jenn went abov...
e and beyond to make sure our event ran smoothly and as stress free as possible. Not to mention that she is a just a lovely, wonderful person and I enjoyed every interaction we had with her. Highly recommend!
DAWN F
5.0
6/25/2025
Our family attended my son’s Wedding at The Pierce House this past Saturday. I cannot say enough great things about this venue. The historic aspect was felt in every room. The ins...
ide and outside were beautiful. Jenn the event
coordinator on site was awesome. Jenn you rock!!
Throughout the entire ceremony til the last song played Jenn was on top of everything. When the night ended and we were leaving, honestly felt like we were saying goodbye to family.
Pamela G
5.0
6/22/2025
Wow! I could not say enough about the Pierce House. My family just attended a wedding there and from the ceremony space to the outdoor reception area everything was gorgeous. While...
the outdoor spaces were stunning, stepping into the house was like like stepping into the most elegant part of history. The details which I learned were original to the house were meticulous. There were new wonders around every corner that made the whole experience unforgettable. Jen was amazing from start to finish so much so that when we left we felt like we were leaving family.
Andrew B
5.0
11/03/2024
Jenn at the Pierce House was one of the first people we met in planning our wedding, and her warmth instantly made us feel welcome and at ease. Between signing our contract and our...
big day, Jenn’s dedication became even clearer. We were particularly impressed by two things: First, Jenn spearheaded major property improvements, including beautiful landscaping updates, upgrades to the Pierce House kitchen (minimizing our caterer’s equipment needs), and polished repairs to the interior, which made the venue truly shine. Second, she partnered closely with our wedding planner, Allie from CityLux, solving challenges with impressive flexibility. Jenn quickly became a trusted confidant and friend to Allie, something that meant a lot to us.
On the day of our wedding, Jenn’s joy and excitement were evident. It was clear she was fully engaged in the festivities, something we imagine could be rare given how many weddings she manages. When some last-minute challenges came up with our caterer, Jenn worked seamlessly with Allie to handle everything, keeping us blissfully unaware and focused on our celebration. Jenn was truly a dream to work with, and we hope the Town of Lincoln recognizes what a gem they have in her. Because of her, and because of the natural beauty and classic charm of the space, we couldn’t recommend the Pierce House more highly.
Erin P
5.0
11/12/2023
I attended a wedding at The Pierce House, and I must say it was a truly gorgeous venue. Jen- the director / coordinator was beyond amazing. She took time out of her busy schedule t...
o chat with us and even give some history on the house. The attention to detail & the home's cleanliness and organization was impressive. The food was delightful, adding to the overall amazing experience. Highly recommended! Jen is the best!!
Lauren E
5.0
6/04/2023
We loved our wedding at the Pierce House. Victoria was easy to work, a great communicator, and flexible. She took some great photos of our day as well. We had the ability to comple...
tely customize our wedding day, and make it everything we wanted it to be.
Rachel G
5.0
2/08/2023
I found Pierce House on a whim, driving to look at a different venue when my Maid of Honor recommended we stop by. We were able to see it set up as a local craft fair but even then...
I knew this was the place was beautiful, unique and special.
What really sold me was the venue's amazing coordinator, Victoria! She was so incredible through the whole journey, always responsive and never made any question I had feel silly. It was like having another friend in the wedding process. She was always upfront and honest when giving you advice and I never doubted she was always doing what was best for us as a couple.
I can't recommend Pierce House, or the added benefit of having Victoria be your right hand woman there with you, more!
Erin S
5.0
11/19/2022
We found Pierce House after a long weekend of venue searching, and not quite finding that "perfect" place. When we arrived at Pierce House and met Victoria, we knew instantly that ...
this was where we needed to get married. She is exactly what every couple hopes for in a property manager - kind, communicative, and easygoing! From the gorgeous ceremony in the garden, to the cozy fireplaces, all the way to dancing in the stunning reception tent (shoutout to Gino at Come Rain Or Shine Tent Works), Pierce House delivered on every level. Our guests could not stop raving at how beautiful and unique the property was. On top of all that, we could bring in any vendors we chose, including our own alcohol! Look no further in the Boston area - and say hello to Luna (the extremely sweet resident cat) for us! 11/10 experience!
Jacqueline M
5.0
10/18/2022
We could not have asked for a better venue for our special day on 10/7/22. We quite literally stumbled upon PH on a drive to another venue, and the minute we saw the property and h...
ouse, and met Victoria, we were sold!
The Pierce House is gorgeous, inside and out, spacious, and well kept. It did not need many decorations as it is already beautiful inside, which was a huge perk for us! Keep in mind the tent is rented separated through Come Rain or Shine (who can also provide tables and chairs), but it was a very easy process.
Victoria is amazing- she is so knowledgeable, accessible and reliable, and just the sweetest person. She also acted as our day-of wedding coordinator making sure everything was going smoothly. She was instrumental in making our day as amazing as it was. Cannot recommend PH enough!
Christine R
5.0
10/10/2022
We could not have asked for a more perfect venue for our daughter and her now husband's wedding! It truly was everything that we all had dreamed it would be. Once you meet Victoria...
, you won't want to go anywhere else. She is so warm and friendly that you feel like she's your own family. She helped us to not panic over the little things, helped with so many things, and she suggested vendors from the area that we might want to use. The home is lovely, and the tent and grounds are just ideal for your personally created dream of a wedding. We can't speak more highly of Victoria and this beautiful venue, which by the way, looks absolutely magical at night!
Kaitlin S
5.0
10/10/2022
We just got married here (9.9.2022) and it was the best experience ever. Victoria (who runs the place) was the selling point of this venue. Sure, it was a beautiful space and had e...
verything we wanted, but Victoria is what sold us. She is so communicative and helpful and warm, and was there for us throughout the entire year leading up to the wedding (and after!) She goes out of her way to be helpful and does so much more than is required. She feels like family now!
The Pierce House is just so stunning. Our wedding felt like a fairy tale and so many people told us it was the best wedding they have ever been to. You can really customize your wedding here, and it's so affordable.
I swear I'm not getting paid to say this stuff, we just loved it that much.
Carah M
5.0
10/05/2022
We booked with the Pierce House after our engagement in November of 2020! The Pierce House was the second venue we visited and we knew instantly that it would make the perfect sett...
ing for our 10/1/2022 wedding. The Pierce House is a beautifully maintained, historic mansion that has gorgeous grounds, working fireplaces, an intimate bridal suite, and of course, Victoria Otis!! Victoria is the director of the Pierce House and has the biggest heart for each of the couples she works with. I promise, she feels like a true friend and just has this “I got it” effect that has put my mind at ease through the many hiccups of wedding planning. Victoria provided us with the majority of our vendors as well, who were all STANDOUTS. We highly recommend booking your event with The Pierce House. We had the best night of our lives there and it will always be so special to us!
Madeline W
5.0
9/23/2022
We cannot say enough good things about Pierce House and Victoria (the site manager)...a beautiful, flexible venue and an amazing person to work with! Incredible value for the price...
...if you are looking at outdoor/tented/estate-type venues in MA, please give them a look, you can really create your own vision here in a convenient location for your guests to access.
Response from Pierce House on 09/24/2022
Maddy,
It was absolutely my pleasure to host your wedding! You and David are such a spec...
ial couple!! xoxox
Victoria
Laura M
5.0
7/02/2022
We highly recommend the Pierce House for anyone looking for a historic venue. Although daunting at first to hire all our own vendors, Victoria helped with some recommended vendors ...
and answered any questions we had about the home along the way. She is a great person and kept us laughing throughout the process. The house itself was perfect. We got married under the willow tree and had our reception in the tent. We hired a pianist to play on the piano for cocktail hour. It was truly the best day. Thanks for everything Victoria!!
Shana M
5.0
10/25/2021
I cannot recommend this venue enough and the Director/Manager/Wedding Coordinator/Friend (Victoria). We couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding day and the Pierce House is e...
verything. Victoria is so laid-back but also so hard-working and focused, she will make you feel at ease and make sure everything goes as planned. We've had our eye on the Pierce House for our wedding venue for years, from the aesthetic of the property to the historic, cool nature of the house, we only ended up looking here. We had a feeling we wanted to get married here, but once we met Victoria, we were sold. Victoria is part of the Pierce House experience, my friends and family instantly loved her as much as we did, had us cracking up constantly and at the end of the night, my mom was saying "I'm just going to miss Victoria so much." Both my husband and I aren't the biggest party planners and were feeling stressed leading up to our wedding, but every time we spoke with Victoria, we instantly felt excited and calm at the same time. We're so happy to think of the Pierce House as a piece of our home but also to call Victoria a friend! Book the Pierce House, you'll overload on happy moments to last a lifetime.
David C
5.0
9/08/2021
We hosted our wedding reception at the Pierce House in May 2021 and could not recommend it more for anyone looking to have a beautiful indoor/outdoor venue for family and friends. ...
Victoria was extremely helpful and very relaxed in helping us plan our wedding, and was always available to answer questions or meet up to show us around. We had to reschedule more than once, but Victoria was always understanding and up to date with the latest coronavirus guidelines. The weekend of our wedding ended up being about 20 degrees colder than typical for that time of year, but the hybrid indoor/outdoor nature of the venue made for a perfect setting. We were even able to host a welcome event the night before, which gave us another chance to see our friends and family. So many of our guests commented on how much they loved the venue, and we were so happy to have been able to have a safe and special wedding day.
Ashley R
5.0
7/17/2021
Pierce House is such a beautiful wedding venue! I'm so glad that we chose it as our venue. One benefit is that you can choose whatever vendors you want and aren't limited to a pres...
elected list like at other venues. Victoria is absolutely amazing to work with and the sweetest ever! There is also a lot of flexibility because there are so many different areas inside and outside that you can utilize. It has an amazing vintage character that you just can't recreate!
Nafisa s
5.0
6/22/2021
The Pierce house was amazing. Victoria was excellent and very helpful, we couldn't have asked for more from her. Day to night she was there to assist us in anyway. My husband and I...
fell in love with the venue and knew how much potential it had with the grounds and the outdoor tent for a COVID wedding. We were very happy with the aesthetic it provided. All of our guests loved it as well!
Response from Pierce House on 06/22/2021
Thank you Nafisa! You and Azam are SUCH A PERFECT COUPLE! You both have such wonderful fam...
ily and friends. I wish you all the best!!! xoxoxoxox
Deirdre P
4.0
5/24/2021
Pierce House is a beautiful and versatile property that worked very well for my daughter’s afternoon wedding. The house, tent and grounds are lovely and offered options for both th...
e ceremony and reception in case the weather had turned rainy (which it didn’t!). The grand staircase is perfect for pictures, as are the gardens. A terrific venue!
Ali B
5.0
4/10/2021
My husband and I fell in love with The Pierce House upon our first visit. The grounds are beautiful, the inside of the house is historic, classy, clean and gorgeous. The grounds ar...
e especially perfect for an outdoor tented wedding and use of the grounds for lawn games and an outdoor ceremony, if you wish! We had originally booked at The Pierce House for a summer 2020 wedding. We were not able to hold our large event there due to COVID restrictions and international guests being unable to come from overseas. Victoria was very responsive and supportive through our changing of dates and ultimate cancellation of our dream event at The Pierce House. We are very gracious for her communication and hope to attend an event at the lovely The Pierce House someday! Thank you again!
CORINA G
5.0
9/22/2020
The Pierce House is an excellent venue for a wedding. All of our guests commented on how beautiful the house and the grounds were. It is set in a massive, well-kept park. The tent ...
is beautiful, complete with up-lighting and a full paver floor, and the ease of access into the house was very convenient. We would definitely recommend the Pierce House to any couple searching for a venue - especially for DIY couples and weddings with 50 guests or fewer.
Robyn L
5.0
8/18/2020
Site management is top-notch! The Pierce House is crazy clean and well-maintained. Site Manager Victoria walked us through and shared tons of tips, including full knowledge of opti...
ons for handicap access throughout the property, which I found so valuable for family members. We booked Pierce House on the spot, got a "goody bag" and prompt support, and couldnt wait. COVID forced us to cancel and Victoria saw to it that we were completely refunded within a few days. Just a professional vibe that we wish we'd gotten a chance to see through for our reception. We plan to celebrate something there when we can.
Response from Pierce House on 08/18/2020
thank you so much for the kind words Robyn! It is a truly a pleasure to have gotten to kno...
w you
Olivia S
5.0
8/08/2020
This venue is something out of a Jane Austin novel! We knew we would love it the moment we got there! Victoria was amazing from start to finish, she went above and beyond for us bo...
th and we wouldn’t have been able to pull off our ‘social distance’ mini-wedding without her help and expertise! I would recommend this venue and event coordinator to anyone and everyone, the back drop for our ceremony was gorgeous and there is so much space to work with, just perfect for an outdoor/indoor wedding!! Can’t say enough good things!
Response from Pierce House on 08/12/2020
Olivia,
Thank you so much for the kind words. You and Kyle are such an amazing couple.
Jennifer R
5.0
6/16/2020
LOVE LOVE LOVE the Pierce House! The house and grounds are absolutely breathtaking. Every time we went there, we knew we had picked the perfect location for our wedding and loved i...
t even more. Beautiful house, fall foliage on the surrounding trees, and a tent with twinkly lights are all part of the charm. Our wedding photos came out gorgeous using both the house and the huge lawn and gardens as backdrops. And Victoria Otis, is a wonderful person to work with and be around! She is very sweet and works hard to make sure that your event goes amazingly. Thank you again for hosting us!
Response from Pierce House on 06/16/2020
It was a pleasure working with you Jennifer! Such a stunning, kind, bride.
Amanda V
5.0
10/22/2019
The Pierce House is a beautiful historic house with nice grounds. It was great to be able to be able to personalize the space to add personal touches to our wedding. The staff was ...
very nice to deal with and they promptly returned my calls and emails. It was the perfect place to have an indoor/outdoor wedding.
Colleen A
5.0
10/14/2019
PERFECT WEDDING! From the time we chose to have our wedding at the Pierce house until Our wedding day, we couldn’t have been happier with Our choice! The beautiful house, the lu...
sh and romantic grounds, the beautiful tent set over the patio (not on grass ....which was awesome) , the porch for cocktail hour, and with out a doubt, our personal favorites..... The Trees!!! Weeping Willows and Shady Oaks gave us the perfect backdrops for so many amazing pictures! Victoria Otis was beyond wonderful to work with and made us feel so special! Her attention to detail is flawless and she truly cared about making our day everything we wanted it to be! Five stars isn’t enough!!
Response from Pierce House on 10/22/2019
Colleen, it was such a pleasure to have gotten to know you! John and Tori are such an amaz...
ing couple. Please keep in touch!!!
Avalon F
5.0
9/21/2019
Beautiful venue! We loved having our wedding there.
Lisa K
5.0
9/17/2019
Looked at a lot of venues and thought this was the most beautiful and good value. New Events Manager, Victoria Otis was terrific in helping us to create our ay.vision for the big ...
day.
Response from Pierce House on 10/22/2019
Thank you Lisa! xoxoxo
Sarah C
5.0
7/20/2019
My husband and I had a great experience with the Pierce House! Nancy and Laura were very helpful and flexible. We loved being able to customize our celebration with the vendors of ...
our choice, and all of our guest commented on how beautiful the setting was.
Jennifer C
5.0
10/29/2018
Prior to choosing the Pierce House, I visited multiple potential vendors. However, once I visited the Pierce House and met with Nancy, I knew that the Pierce House was where I was ...
destined to get married. Besides the fact the the place is breathtakingly beautiful, the Pierce House offered everything my husband and I were looking for. We were able to use the grounds to have our wedding ceremony, use the gorgeous porch and house for a cocktail hour, and have the tent (with stunning lights) for our reception. The space was more then spacious enough for our 150 guests. In addition, we were able to hire the vendors that we wanted including the option of supplying our own alochol. One of my most favorite parts of having our wedding at the Pierce House was being able to use the upstairs bridal sweet space for my bridemaids and I to get ready. We had our makeup and hair stylists come to the Pierce House and we could all relax and get ready on-site! The Pierce House, along with Managers Nancy and Laura, truely made our wedding a dream come true. We are so pleased with the Pierce House and 100% recommened this venue to others!
Andrea E
5.0
10/27/2018
My partner and I got married here October 6, 2018 and it was STUNNING! Nancy was so easy to work with and let us add our own touches to the house to make the evening even more sent...
imental. We put up family pictures all over the house. We looked at a lot of venues before selecting the Pierce House. The other venues that were even close to the beauty of the Pierce House all had in house caterers or 2 that you could choose from and were incredibly overpriced. The Pierce House lets you customize your event. The only tricky part for us was picking a caterer who met the insurance requirements for the Pierce House, but that turned out to be a blessing in disguise because we ended up with a caterer from their recommended list who saved our wedding (rental disaster) on more than one occasion. Guests went on and on about how beautiful everything was! We highly recommend the Pierce House!
Marina M
5.0
10/12/2018
The Pierce House was the perfect venue for our August wedding. My husband and I were looking for a wedding venue with both indoor and outdoor areas which could accommodate 150 gues...
ts. the Pierce House far exceeded our expectations. Nancy, the house manager, is lovely to work with. She helped coordinate vendors and deliveries, and was so helpful day-of moving the ceremony into the tent and the buffet into the house to accommodate the rainy weather. The house itself is beautiful and comfortable. We were able to hang family photos throughout. The dressing rooms were light filled and made for good pictures! There were so many spaces where people ended up sitting and talking late into the night. The tent is also beautiful with the fairy lights, and we had no trouble fitting all our guests inside with room to spare. Importantly for us, we were able to use the vendors we wanted, and brought our own alcohol. I highly recommend the Pierce House for any wedding!
Response from Pierce House on 10/12/2018
Marina, thank you so much for your glowing review. I absolutely adored working with you bo...
th and so glad that everything was so beautiful for you and your husband! Thank you for choosing the Pierce House for your special day.
Julia A
5.0
9/12/2018
The Pierce House was a magical place to get married. The grounds are so beautiful and the house is warm and cozy. We were looking for that sweet spot between urban and rural and we...
found it with this rustic historical home. We loved the tree outside where we got married, the pond where we took photos and the garden where we gathered our families for more photos. Everyone complimented the ceiling of twinkle lights in the tent and the set up of the whole facility. The staff was accommodating in scheduling walk throughs with our vendors and our parents to show people around the space beforehand. If you want it to feel like you’re inviting all your friends and family over to your house for your celebration, this is the place to do it!
Hannah R
5.0
9/05/2018
We were so happy to have chosen the Pierce House as our venue (wedding was 9/2/18). It's absolutely beautiful, and unlike a few other similar locations in the area, the house is c...
ompletely accessible to guests. I loved getting ready in the (air conditioned) room upstairs. Countless guests commented on the beauty of the gardens, the tent, and the home itself.
You do have to bring in everything (chairs, tables, etc), but with the super reasonable price of the location itself, working with individual vendors was worth the effort. If you're willing to orchestrate a number of players, the Pierce House is an unbelievable stage for a beautiful day.
Alison B
5.0
9/04/2018
We were so happy that we chose Pierce House as our wedding venue. Nancy and Laura were great to work with and quick to answer our questions via email in the months leading up to th...
e event. So many guests commented on what a beautiful spot we had chosen. We really appreciated having the flexibility to choose our own caterers. Their tent vendor (Come Rain or Shine) was also very easy to work with.
Erica S
5.0
8/21/2018
The Pierce House was the perfect venue for our wedding (8/4/18). First of all, it's absolutely stunning. The house itself is such a beautiful backdrop, and the surrounding gardens ...
and rolling lawns add so much natural beauty. There really isn't a bad place for a picture here!
The Pierce House is a very "DIY" venue, but that's what my fiance and I were looking for. I felt like they were very upfront from the beginning about what they would and would not provide - they made it clear that they would basically provide the space and we would provide everything else. This was perfect for us since we wanted freedom in choosing our vendors and didn't want a pre-packaged hotel deal. The only vendor you have to use is their tent rental company (Come Rain or Shine) for the outdoor tent and dance floor, but I found them to be very easy to work with.
Nancy, the manager at Pierce House, was very responsive and helpful - we even showed up unannounced one weekend months before our wedding to show the venue to my parents, and Nancy welcomed us and gave us a full tour. Her assistant, Laura, also stepped in to help during the final walkthrough with our caterer. You will need to hire a separate wedding coordinator, but it's nice to have Nancy on hand to answer venue-related questions.
Overall, we were very pleased with Pierce House, and our guests were definitely wowed by the house and gardens. It's a great spot!
Maggie C
5.0
7/01/2018
We were married at the Pierce House in May and it was absolutely beautiful! Gorgeous outdoor spaces (including pond, garden, a huge open field...) and the house itself is stunning ...
- with an option to personalize rooms with photos and items from home. We had the perfect day, and Nancy was so helpful and organized in making it all happen. The price is right, too - especially if you get the Lincoln resident discount! Highly, highly recommend. It was the best day of our lives, in the most beautiful setting!!!
Response from Pierce House on 07/03/2018
Maggie, thank you so much for your kind review. We so much enjoyed helping you plan your w...
edding over the past year and it turned out to be absolutely beautiful! I am so glad you loved the house and our beautiful setting! Nancy
dea a
5.0
5/31/2018
My daughter just had her wedding at the Pierce House and all was perfect. It is a venue with beautiful outdoor spaces, lovely indoor spaces than can be personalized if you wish, an...
d the ability to hire your own vendors. Nancy, the Pierce House manager, is great. She was very responsive from day one and willing to help you make it the wedding you want. She had a list of caterers, florists, nearby hotels, etc. for our advice, but we were not restricted to those folks. It is a great spot for a do-it-your own wedding, as well as a wedding planner wedding. Highly recommended.
Emily B
5.0
9/30/2017
Beautiful venue! Nancy the house manager was great - helpful and responsive. Lots of indoor and outdoor space to use for the ceremony/reception. Close enough to Boston for out of t...
own guests or city dwellers, and reasonably priced! The tent is onsite all season (for an extra fee) and it was beautiful with the lights strung inside. It was rainy and a little chilly on our wedding day over Labor Day weekend and Nancy even light a fire inside! it was a nice touch we and our guests appreciated. Highly recommend this venue!
Kat P
5.0
9/25/2016
Highly recommend!!! Beautiful venue with lots of different indoor and outdoor space options, very flexible (no vendor restrictions), super convenient location (30min from Boston) ...
and reasonably priced. Plus, Richard the house manager was super easy to work with and incredibly responsive . We had a Saturday wedding in September with 125 people. We had our ceremony outside by the pond, cocktail hour in the house and on the wrap-around porch with lawn games in the grass, and reception under the tent. It was incredible. We loved the venue and our guests couldn't stop raving about it. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a romantic, historic site in the Boston-area!
Emily C
4.0
11/06/2015
The Pierce House is an excellent choice of venue for anyone who is looking to make their wedding truly their own. The house and grounds are as picturesque as you can imagine, and y...
ou can decorate the house as little or as much as you'd like. (Bonus: There are working fireplaces, and candles are allowed to be lit indoors.) What I liked about the Pierce House is that I could select my own vendors and not have to pick from a handful of standard packages. Richard, the manager, is organized and responsive, and was open to our non-traditional ideas. (He even dressed in costume, per our suggestion!) Another thing I liked about the Pierce House is that there is a beautiful bridal suite that we were able to use for the day to get ready. Overall, our experience was wonderful!
If you are someone who is looking to have every aspect of a wedding planned for you, I wouldn't recommend the Pierce House only because it is not solely a wedding venue, and you will need to take care of a lot of the planning (including working independently with the tent rental company and the like). But if you are someone who is relatively organized and has a good vision for what you want, definitely do yourself a favor and give the Pierce House a look!
J T
1.0
10/08/2015
Personal belongings went missing after my wedding. I spent weeks trying to track down where these things could have gone, following up with everyone who could have known, but to no...
avail. After thoroughly checking with everyone else I could think of, I wrote a short, civil email to the vendor asking to discuss the problem, hoping to go over all possibilities. I never wrote nor implied that anything was stolen. This is the email I received in response (below). I found out the next day that this email was blind copied to one of my other vendors. I only found out because they called me.
WOW! THESE ARE SOME VERY SERIOUS CHARGES, WHICH I TOTALLY AND CATEGORICALLY REJECT AS TOTALLY FALSE, UNTRUE, UNWARRANTED, INSULTING,ACCUSATORY, AND NOT BASED ON ANY SENSE OF REALITY!!!!!!!!
NOTHING OF YOURS IS HERE, OR WAS HERE AFTER THE WEDDING;EVERYTHING WAS TAKEN AS FAR AS I KNOW, BY YOUR BRIDESMAIDS, AS NEITHER YOU NOR YOUR MOTHER TOOK ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR GATHERING YOUR POSSESSIONS AT THE END. NOTHING WAS THROWN AWAY EXCEPT FOR 7 GARBAGE BAGS FULL OF EMPTY BOXES THAT YOU LEFT BEHIND IN A BIG MESS WITHOUT ONCE UTTERING A WORD ABOUT WANTING THEM. YOU DID NOT INITIATE ANY DISCUSSION ABOUT COMING BACK FOR ANYTHING MORE THAN THE FLOWERS LEFT FOR YOU ON THE PORCH, BY THE CATERER.
YOU WERE HERE FOR 13 HOURS!!!! I WAITED VERY PATIENTLY FOR YOU TO FINISH AND LEAVE-I CERTAINLY DIDN'T DO ANYTHING TO MAKE YOU FEEL RUSHED;PERHAPS YOU'RE THINKING OF THE CATERER. PERHAPS YOU WERE DRUNK!
IN 20 YEARS AND 1500+ WEDDINGS, I HAVE NEVER BEEN SUBJECTED TO A TIRADE/ACCUSATIONS SUCH AS THESE AND HIGHLY RESENT THEM.
WE CAN CERTAINLY ARRANGE A MEETING WITH THE TOWN AND THE POLICE. I WILL ALSO CONSULT MY ATTORNEY ABOUT YOUR SLANDEROUS CHARGES.
WHY ARE I HEARING ABOUT THIS FOR THE FIRST TIME, ALMOST 6 WEEKS AFTER YOUR WEDDING???
WHY WOULD I HAVE BEEN IN TOUCH WITH YOU REGARDING LOST GLASSES, IF I STOLE ALL YOUR STUFF? WHY DID I MAIL YOUR BROTHERS SUNGLASSES BACK
Response from Pierce House on 05/19/2018
Pierce House is under new management as of 1/1/2017
Tammy W
4.0
11/04/2013
We wanted a place that would allow for us to use our own vendors instead of a one stop shop. The Pierce House did that for us. The setting and backdrop are beautiful, and the hou...
se has a lot of history. I was allowed to use my own caterers, rent a horse and carriage, and set up everything to my liking.
There were only two issues. One is that they have a deal with Come Rain or Shine Tent company, the most shady company I can think of. So we were not able to rent our own tent to our own liking. The other is that though Richard is really nice and laid back, he seemed to get my wedding mixed up with other weddings at the venue at times. Also, on the day of, when I thought he was going to be the day of coordinator, he was too tired from cleaning up from the night before, so I had to pay my decorator extra for also taking on the role of day of coordinator. That is why I give the venue 4 instead of 5 stars.
Response from Pierce House on 05/19/2018
The Pierce House is under new management as of 1/1/2017.
Ellen D
5.0
10/13/2010
We wanted a historic home for our wedding. As a first stop with planning our wedding, the estate manager put my now husband and I at ease. He was relaxed and informative. He wa...
s also responsive, which other vendors I contacted were not. The grounds of the house were beautiful - gardens and a pond. We had our ceremony on site, by the gardens. The wedding was quite small and our dinner was held within the house - but we could have used a tent for larger groups. Our guests, half from New England and half from the Midwest, loved the house and grounds. It was the perfect setting for our wedding and reception.
Response from Pierce House on 10/22/2019
Thank you so much Ellen!
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