Historic Wedding Venue in Sturbridge
201 to 250 guests
AWARD WINNER (8X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Located in Sturbridge, MA, Publick House Historic Inn has created picturesque New England weddings for over 230 years. Magnificent open-hearth fireplaces, cathedral ceilings, and antique colonial chandeliers are just the beginning of a perfectly romantic reception.
+254 years in business
10 team members
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
$500
Ceremony:
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Amenities
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
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Tents
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Reviews
4.8
out of 5.0177 reviews
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The Publick House is highly praised by couples who had their weddings there, with many emphasizing the attentive and organized staff. Cathy, Jon, Dennis, and other team members were commended for their professionalism and helpfulness throughout the planning and execution of the weddings. Reviewers were impressed by the beautiful surroundings, such as the festive Christmas decor, charming ambiance, and well-maintained grounds. Additionally, the food received positive feedback, and the venue's services, including on-site lodging, all contributed to making wedding days unforgettable and stress-free. Overall, The Publick House is recommended for its excellent services and magical atmosphere.Review photos
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Victoria M
5.0
3/31/2025
We knew from our first meeting that the Publick House would be organized and helpful. The attention to detail and level of service far surpassed anything we had expected. The care for each guest, particularly chef's attention to detail for allergies and restrictions, is excellent. Having staff with the bride and groom constantly communicating to avoid any accidental run ins was perfect. Some things were small details like folding our napkins to look like a bride and groom, and just holding off on delivering food until we sat back down to avoid it being cold. Though they were small details, they really stood out to us. Being able to drop off our decor the day before and not worry about packing it up (the venue will do that for you) was a dream. We picked all of our items up the next day after checking out. We could not be happier with how the team set up the venue and brought our visions to life. We had a truly amazing experience and would recommend this venue to anyone. And pro tip - rent the tillyer hospitality room and hire simple indulgence for hair and makeup. The team met us in that room and did everything there and then we had the space until 11am the next day. It made the whole day so easy!
Jocelyne Q
5.0
1/23/2025
Before going to see any venues, we did a lot of research based on reviews, quotes we requested and pictures we could find online.
My now husband and I decided to tour the Publick House back in September of 2023 and we knew this was the right space for us!! From the beginning, they even recommended us to tour a couple more places just so we were sure we were happy with the prices or in case there was something else we loved just as much.
We are SO happy we did not listen. We just had our wedding this past weekend and it was everything we ever dreamed of!!
We did not have a wedding planner, we worked with Cathy, one of the venue even planning coordinators and the day of the wedding we worked with Kaylee and Jon. We were so amazed by the organization this venue had throughout the whole process. They answered any question we had and the day of our wedding, it was absolutely perfect! Any hiccup, Kaylee and Jon were there to help smooth it all out. If you are considering having your wedding at The Publick House, you will absolutely not regret it!!!
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Gianna P
5.0
1/12/2025
Review for The Publick House - A Dream Wedding Venue
The Publick House was the perfect choice for our wedding, and I can’t recommend it highly enough! From the moment we started planning, the staff was absolutely amazing. They were attentive, organized, and so helpful, ensuring every detail was handled with care.
Cathy was a dream to work with. She was incredibly accommodating, sweet, and professional throughout the entire process. Her organization and calm demeanor made the planning experience enjoyable and stress-free. On the wedding day, Jon was phenomenal! Managing my big Italian family was no small feat, but he handled it with patience, efficiency, and a great sense of humor.
The venue itself is magical, especially during the Christmas season. The festive decor, cozy atmosphere, and charming ambiance added a special touch to our celebration that made it unforgettable.
If you’re looking for a venue with outstanding staff, beautiful surroundings, and a touch of holiday magic, The Publick House is the place to be. Thank you to the entire team for making our wedding day truly perfect! 🎄❤️
Jessica M
5.0
1/08/2025
The Publick House was the most wonderful venue for the winter wedding of our dreams. Everyone we worked with was so kind and accommodating. Dianna and Cathy were wonderful to work with in the planning stages. We felt so well supported throughout the whole process. We didn’t have a worry day of as our banquet manager Jon and wedding assistant Danielle made sure everything ran smoothly. Our guests have raved about the food and how beautiful the venue was. We wanted hallmark and that’s just what we got and more. We recommend the Publick House to everyone!
Jacey C
5.0
11/17/2024
We had our wedding at the Publick House in October 2024. It was the fall wedding of our dreams. The grounds are beautiful and picture perfect! The staff were wonderful and attentive. Our go to person for planning was Allison and she was outstanding. She made the planning process so easy for us. Our day of coordinator was Dennis and he was also fabulous! The day went so smoothly! The food and drinks were great! We got nothing but rave reviews from all of our guests. We are so thankful that we went with The Publick House! Our day was just perfect!
Maria S
5.0
10/29/2024
Throughout the planning process and through the entire wedding weekend, the Publick House did not miss. Everything was perfect—if anything went awry, the Publick House team did a great job hiding it from us. We got married in late October and opted for the Garden Gazebo ceremony/Garden Tent reception, knowing that weather was a roll of the dice. Luckily, we had great weather with pristine landscaping, and even if we didn’t, Cathy assured us that the ceremony and cocktail hour would be just moved under the tent, so we felt confident about the alternative. We also really wanted to include our two dogs. Our banquet team Lia and Danielle made sure to perfectly accommodate this, and the team even made sure that our dogs had fresh water. From the Rehearsal Dinner, to the Ceremony and Reception, to the Post-Wedding Breakfast and lodging, the Publick House team was professional, hospitable, and thoughtful. We enjoyed our big day thanks to the dedicated staff at the Publick House.
Elizabeth K
5.0
9/22/2024
I have always loved the Publick House Inn it has a special place in my heart and always will. So being able to have them as our venue was a dream come true. Allison, Helena and May were all absolutely amazing. These girls helped make the wedding reception of our dreams.
Bailey D
5.0
9/12/2024
We had a September 2023 wedding at The Publick House and it was absolutely wonderful!
Our initial plan was to host the ceremony outside but it was absolutely down-pouring the day of the wedding. Dennis, our day-of coordinator, kept everything on track and prepared us for the likely change of venue to indoors.
The food was delicious. My husband has a gluten allergy and the staff was very knowledgeable and accommodating to his dietary needs. One note about the cake, it was a little difficult to find a design we liked as many of the photos provided of cakes were from weddings hosted well over 8+ years ago and so the designs reflected that style. We eventually found a designed we like with a bit of trial and error. It turned out delicious!
Kate D
5.0
8/30/2024
My partner and I held our wedding at the Publick House in August 2024, and could not have had a better experience. We chose the Publick House for it's stunning ceremony and reception spaces, on-site lodging for guests, and affordable price relative to comparable venues. The planning process was managed seamlessly by Publick House staff, making our engagement season much lower stress than we anticipated. The wedding day was beautifully managed by Dennis, the banquet manager, and Lindsay, the wedding assistant. All of the food was great, but guests were particularly impressed by the wedding cake.
Our only word of advice: If you are hosting your reception in Paige Hall (as we did, and loved!), we wouldn't recommend hosting more than ~130 guests. The hall can technically seat 160, but only if you fill every seat at every table. We had 120 guests in the space and felt this was the perfect number!
Kaitlin B
5.0
8/20/2024
We had our August wedding at this location. The venue is so prompt and willing to help in anyway they can. They took on a lot of the stress of planning and were so helpful every step of the way. The venue is beautiful and can accommodate guests lists of all sizes. We had a large wedding and everyone was able to stay on property and raved about how beautiful it was. The day of coordinators made sure everything went off without a hitch and were by our sides all day to make sure we had everything we needed. Can’t recommend this venue enough.
Sarah B
5.0
7/26/2024
We got married at the Publick House Historic Inn in 2023, and it was everything we dreamed of and more. Working with Connie and Cathy was a pleasure—they made the entire planning process seamless and enjoyable. Their communication was exceptional, and on our wedding day, everything proceeded flawlessly.
The convenience of having lodging on-site was a significant advantage. Our guests could relax and retire to their rooms whenever they wished. The food was outstanding, regardless of the season. Additionally, the bakery offered mouthwatering treats, with the pecan sweet rolls being a standout.
Thank you, Publick House Historic Inn, for making our special day perfect. If you are looking for a wedding venue that offers comprehensive services, including an on-site bakery for your wedding cake, look no further—this is the place to be!
Abigail C
5.0
7/23/2024
The Publick House was amazing to work with, and I recommend them to everyone! Their pricing is so affordable given all that is included in the various packages. Wedding day was an absolute breeze with their staff! They were so on top of everything. Amazing!
Katie L
5.0
7/19/2024
We knew from the moment we drove into the parking lot that this was going to be our venue! We had an appointment with Cathy O'Brien (we still keep in touch with her to this day) and were so floored with her honesty, advice, excitement, and recommendations that we signed a contract that day. Our wedding and reception were held in Paige Hall in January of 2023 and it was stunning. The staff went above and beyond, and we can honestly say that the entire event went smoothly. The food was amazing and the portions are bigger than we could have expected--not a single guest needed to do a late night Wendy's run as this was not the typical wedding food that we are used to getting at other places. From the event coordinator to the service staff, everyone was incredibly kind and professional.
The property itself is comfortable, there is plenty to do on-site as well as in the area, and we recommend opting for renting The Cottage for a post wedding hangout--it is a great spot for those that want to continue spending time together after the reception is over.
We have been back to the Publick House more than a few times since the wedding, as we live close enough to do so. Often we will go for dinner, but the wedding package includes a 1yr Anniversary dinner and they will even make you your wedding cake again--and that dinner was delicious. We have felt welcomed each time we have gone back and will probably make our way there this weekend as writing this has brought back a lot of happy memories.
We highly recommend this venue and we hope our feedback has been helpful to anyone who is looking into the Publick House.
Linda S
5.0
7/15/2024
The minute we chose The Publick House for our wedding we knew we made the right choice. They were accommodating, responsive and made our wedding one to remember! We had absolutely no issues and everything was perfect! I would highly recommend!!
Robyn D
5.0
7/14/2024
We got married August 11th, 2023 and the Publick House was the perfect vendor all around. They were incredibly responsive whenever I had questions and always were courteous, professional, and gave real answers (not just canned responses). Working with Kathy was great, she really understood who we were as a couple and our vision for both the ceremony and the reception. She gave us lots of great ideas on how to incorporate our theme (lemon and lavender) into the decor while still maintaining the charm of Paige Hall and the outdoor arbor.
Alyssa D
5.0
7/13/2024
The Publick House was incredible! Our coordinator Diana as well as our day-of coordinator were all at the top of their game and worked well with our vendors to ensure our day was perfect.
Kathryn L
5.0
7/13/2024
Choosing The Publick House for our wedding was the best decision we have ever made. Having everything all in one place - ceremony location, reception, a multitude of room options for guests to choose from, breakfast options, after party location, rehearsal dinner location - made everything run so smoothly. The convenience made the whole weekend stress-free and so amazing.
The staff at The Publick House went above and beyond to ensure everything was flawless. From our initial planning meetings to the day of the wedding, their professionalism and attention to detail were exceptional, even with a couple last minute day-of detail changes. They made sure everything ran smoothly, with their focus completely on our happiness.
The garden gazebo was beautifully arranged - our guests were equally impressed with the warm and inviting atmosphere, not to mention the delicious food - stuffed chicken, prime rib, vegetarian option and apps - served during cocktail hour and the reception.
Overall, our experience at The Publick House was nothing short of perfection. Every aspect, from the beautiful setting to the impeccable service, contributed to making our wedding day truly unforgettable. We are immensely grateful to the entire team for their dedication and hard work in making our dreams a reality. We wouldn't change a single thing about our wedding weekend.. it was perfect :-)
Debbie M
5.0
7/13/2024
The Publick House made our ceremony and reception beautiful and hassle free. They took care of every detail and it was perfection. Our photos were incredible on the beautiful garden grounds and the big red barn in back made for an excellent additional photo shoot location with the fall leaves in the background. The reception hall was spacious and the food was superb. We were thrilled with this venue in every way.
Haley S
5.0
7/12/2024
We got married December 30,2023. It was our dream wedding! The entire property was decorated for Christmas and it was beautiful. The staff was helpful and the food was delicious!
Jennifer S
5.0
7/12/2024
We had our wedding here 02/03/2024, and it was perfect! The staff helped with every step along the way, making the day worry-free and seamless. Our wedding was exactly as I had always imagined it. From the food, to the accommodations my guests were very happy. I would recommend this place over and over again.
Hayley B
5.0
7/12/2024
The Publick house was the perfect venue all around. We had our wedding in Paige Hall in December 2023. The seasonal decor was amazing making it feel truly like a hallmark movie. The venue is homey and the grounds are wonderfully maintained. Allison and the team pay such close attention to detail and made my vision come to life. You don’t have to worry about anything. This venue takes care of set up and take down. Your wedding cake is made in house with the baker and they are absolutely delicious! We are so happy to have the Publick House as part of our love story!
Kara H
5.0
4/18/2024
We had the best wedding at the Publick House! We didn't want to plan much, and Diana and the team there made everything so easy and stress-free! On the day of, Dennis and Savannah were amazing, making sure we could just enjoy our day with no worries! All of our guests had a great time - from the food, to the service, to being able to walk back to their rooms after open bar! They even recommended a DJ that we loved. The price and value were excellent, and I wouldn't change a thing!
Rachel S
5.0
12/06/2023
I CAN'T RECOMMEND PUBLICK HOUSE HIGHLY ENOUGH!!
Our May 2023 wedding was PERFECT!! We loved working with the Publick House. The garden was incredible, the tent was set up so perfectly, everything felt like a dream.
The onsite rooms were perfect for many of our guests to stay in.
We had one miscommunication on our wedding day, but they worked hard and pulled some strings for us to make things right.
We loved working with Cathy O'brien from the first time we met her on our tour to our wedding day she was fantastic. We had a 6th month engagement and she was so helpful in planning and making sure everything ran smoothly in the days leading up to the wedding. We worked with John as our day of coordinator and everything went so smoothly. (After our wedding we realized that he was the same person who stopped me eating something I was allergic to at the tasting event. That was before we had even met him, he just remembered I had listed allergies and caught me. We'd been calling him my guardian angel and it was awesome working with him on our wedding day.)
The staff helped with decor set up and tear down which was incredible! It was wonderful knowing my parents and bridal party didn't have to deal with packing up the decor after the wedding and could just go back to their rooms and rest.
The FOOD was FANTASTIC. Oh my goodness. We were a little skeptical after our tasting but on our wedding day (when they only had two entres to focus on instead of 20) it was INCREDIBLE. I regret I didn't get more of a chance to enjoy it. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful everything was 7 months later!
We absolutely loved working with the Publick House!
Leigh S
5.0
11/20/2023
The Publick House was the absolutely perfect venue for us. We did everything on site - rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, and a farewell breakfast afterwards. Highly recommend this for anyone who has many out of town folks coming! It gave us a great opportunity to see and chat with folks throughout the weekend. The staff handled details so well - we had a dedicated contact person for all of our arrangements ahead of time, and then two specific people from the team handled everything day of (including setting up the ceremony and coordinating with our arriving vendors).
Only note I would make is that a number of our guests had issues booking rooms in the block via the online system. However, any problems were solved by calling the lodging department directly! Just something to keep in mind as you direct your guests.
Riley K
5.0
10/21/2023
Everyone at the publick house is so helpful and kind. I didn’t have to worry about anything on the day of my wedding and walked into my dream when I entered my ceremony and reception. The staff thinks of everything & goes above and beyond. They are so accommodating and helped me create my dream day. 10/10!!!
Claire M
5.0
8/21/2023
Publick House in July is drop-dead gorgeous. Flowers are in bloom, the Meadow is lush, and the weather is perfect for dancing the night away.
Publick House made what could have been a stressful planning process significantly easier. We loved the vegetarian and vegan options from their kitchen, our out-of-state guests appreciated the accommodations, and the on-site salon made hair and make up a breeze. Our day-of event coordinator was fantastic and key to the success of the day.
Chelsea G
5.0
7/23/2023
Everyone we worked with was so lovely. Professional, organized, and definitely more affordable as far as weddings go. The food was amazing, the cake was delicious, and they made everything so easy!
Chelsea C
3.0
7/22/2023
I would have my wedding here in a heartbeat again. Staff and food was great. Grounds are beautiful. However, the heat was unbearable. Yes we got married in July and it was hot and humid but we had our reception inside and was told on our initial tour that the AC worked great. It had to be over 80 degrees in the venue which really limited some guests dancing and enjoying themselves. I feel like the thing most people will remember from my wedding is how hot it was. Which is pretty disappointing. Even the glue for the seating chart didn’t hold up due to the heat. We asked multiple times throughout the reception about the air and was told it was on as high as it could go.
One other issue we had was the ac inside “the cottage” which we had rented as a space for the men to get ready in and as a space for the after party. Upon entering the ac was not turned on. It was over 90 degrees, imagine 12 men getting ready in there. Our after party started at 1030 and it was still just as hot because it could never recover from being so hot in there in the first place. We even paid extra to check in early to the space.
We did speak to the venue afterwards about the heat issue. They were nice and understanding. They refunded us the cottage which was $850. Ok not bad, however we spent over $30k here and wasn’t compensated for anything else. The most memorable part our guests will have is how hot it was. If I was told about the possibility of this happening of the day was hot I wouldn’t have booked.
So I guess the take away is dont get married here in the summer time.
Clay M
5.0
7/09/2023
Overall, my wife and I are extremely happy with how the whole process went for our wedding. A friend recommended Publick House to us because they enjoyed their Publick House wedding so much and everything they said was accurate. Publick House does so many weddings so they know how to make the process as easy as possible and are truly a one-stop-shop since they have an awesome bakery as well, with the wedding cake being included in the package. My wife and I did all the wedding planning ourselves and between us, our event manager, and our day-of-coordinator it went really well.
We were maybe a little unlucky with our initial event manager leaving & then our replacement manager being out for a few weeks so we had to be passed around a little bit. This led us to some details needing to be repeated, but the entire team was very helpful and it was totally fine. Cathy, our event manager and Dennis, our day-of-coordinator, were both super helpful. We also had a more non traditional reception with trivia and games (instead of dancing) and they had no issues with that. We had a lot of different decorations and they did a perfect job setting it all up with how we specified.
We chose the Hillside arbor (outside) for the ceremony and Paige Hall (in the old historic building/barn) for the reception. This was the best choice we made and personally think this is the best package/location they have. One reason we chose these locations was because the ceremony can be held inside Paige Hall in-case of rain. We ended up having a huge rainstorm the entire wedding day, but honestly it didn’t bother us because Paige Hall was awesome. They worked with us the day of, and let us wait until closer to the event to make the final call for where to have the ceremony. They set up the hall for the ceremony and then cocktail hour was outside the room in The Barn which allowed them to flip the room for the reception. Paige Hall is very beautiful with all the old decoration and wood.
If your budget allows, I would definitely recommend upgrading the hors d'oeuvres, as the guests loved them and they were our favorite part of the food. We chose the following and all were delicious (the chicken skewers would be the only option I’d maybe try a different option).
1 Spanakopita, 2 Mac & Cheese Croquettes, 3 Braised Short Rib & Manchego Empanadas, 4 Ginger & Chicken Meatball Skewers, 5 Smoked Salmon & Apple Chutney on Crostini.
Kerrie C
4.0
5/28/2023
We held our reception at the Publick House in the Garden Tent and it was the most perfect day! We were drawn to the historic nature of the Publick House, the beautiful grounds, the location and the event menu options. My husband is vegetarian, so having quality food (not just pasta with vegetables on a plate) was important to us!
Our point of contact during the planning process (Allison) was extremely responsive and organized. She was knowledgeable and was able to walk us through the process - stress free! Whenever we made adjustments or changes, we would receive an updated contract within a day. When we had questions , she would respond quickly and if she did not know the answer, she would find it out for us!
Small issues are bound to arise in an event this size and the banquet manager was responsive to fixing these issues immediately. It is important to note that there were no major issues and our guests had no idea that these small issues occurred - which speaks to the efficiency and responsiveness of the team that day. Our day of coordinator ensured we had everything we needed and they helped our day run flawlessly! Our guests raved about the food and the venue! Everyone had a fabulous day!
The reason I am giving them 4/5 stars is due to the accommodations the night before. Had we not stayed on property, they would have received a 5/5 star review. We had issues with the AC in the bridal suite which resulted in moving everything to new rooms at 10 PM the night before my wedding. I was disappointed in how the front desk staff handled this situation and was extremely stressed the night before my wedding because of it. My husband and I are are very patient people and understand that things beyond our control can happen. However, we were not pleased at how the front desk staff handled the situation. I don't think that my situation occurs frequently, given that it was record high temperatures, but it did not seem that accommodations staff was prepared to deal with the issues that would arise from this.
I will note that I spoke with the GM the following week and he was extremely receptive to listening to my disappointment and feedback regarding the accommodation stiatuion and worked to remedy the situation.
Besides the issues with our accommodations, the actual day itself was perfect! The day went exactly like we planned and our guests had a great time! Even with the issues with the accommodations, we would definitely book this venue again!
Maddie M
5.0
3/06/2023
We recently got married at the Publick House and our expectations were greatly exceeded! The venue looked beautiful, guests were well-fed and happy, and all of the staff were incredibly kind and flexible. We had a Welcome Party, our wedding, a Post-Wedding Breakfast, and 2 nights of after parties all on site; each event felt unique, which was important to us.
We were a little nervous heading in as the pre-event communication wasn't great, but in the end, everything came together perfectly.
We are very happy that we booked the Cottage for the weekend as an after party and weekend hangout spot and would highly recommend this to other couples. We were also very happy to have had our wedding in the off-season as there wasn't much else going on at the Publick House. This made everything from taking pictures on site to guest room availability much smoother.
Meghan M
5.0
1/27/2023
We’re so happy we chose Publick House for our wedding venue! It was absolutely perfect and the staff was so friendly and helpful. Everything looked beautiful and just how we envisioned it. We loved how it was decorated for Christmas and really tied in with our theme and time of year. Diana was a huge help and so easy to work with to make our day perfect! Paige and Savannah were also a huge help for the day of the wedding. Our guests had an amazing time and loved the food. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone!
Laurie G
5.0
1/11/2023
This is a very belated review as we were married at the Publick House in 2019 - but I am still basking in the glow of how wonderful our wedding day was! I cannot say enough about the attentiveness of the staff both during the planning stages, as well as on our wedding day itself! We had a Christmas wedding, and the venue was beautifully decorated. The staff were very easy to work with while planning, and really helped us to customize our wedding to our specifications and hopes. The food was fantastic and the catering team and servers went above and beyond to make sure that everything was to our liking and that our needs were met. They were also very transparent about pricing - and the value for what we received was quite reasonable for a wedding. For our wedding cake, I found a picture of one online that I loved, and the bakery team was able to recreate it perfectly! And it tasted fabulous too. On the wedding day itself, if anything went wrong behind the scenes, the staff took care of it and we never had a clue! The entire staff were very professional, kind, and hard working! Three years after we were married, we still have family and friends who rave about the venue and all of the details that went into making our wedding so special. While we had a vision of what we were hoping for, the staff really made it happen and I could not be happier for how our entire wedding and reception came together! It was an amazing experience and I am so thankful that we chose to get married at the Publick House
Brittany P
1.0
11/19/2022
Wish I had better things to say, I had such high hopes. From the beginning, everything seemed fine. Then a month before our wedding, miscellaneous charges appeared which we questioned, and got nasty attitude from Cathy O’Brien. Apparently she didn’t appreciate people calling her out on them, because when we did her whole demeanor changed. From then on, she was nasty and passive aggressive. Day of, “person of contact” could not be found and did not check in until an hour before the ceremony.
Long story short, look elsewhere.
Megan S
5.0
11/17/2022
Our initial 2020 wedding plans were a casualty of the pandemic, but we had our vow renewal at the Publick House and it was incredible! The functions team was easy to work with, and the entire place ran like a well-oiled machine on the big day. They even went out of their way to save me some mashed potatoes from our mashed potato bar since we were taking photos during cocktail hour! The catering staff was super flexible and allowed us to customize our menu to accommodate by husband and I's vegetarian diets. The venue is gorgeous, the price point is incredible for everything that's included, and the food was great! We had some hiccups along the way, but that's to be expected. Overall, would absolutely recommend the Publick House.
Kate C
5.0
11/16/2022
Used the Publick House a few weeks ago for our wedding. Besides being a gorgeous property (especially in the fall!), there are a few things that really sold us on going with them and made our day perfect. First, their wedding packages are super inclusive, and fit well within our budget. I loved that the cake was included because it was one less vendor to coordinate with! Second, their team (we worked specifically with Diana) are really detailed and seasoned. The prep calls, as well as really detailed forms and questions, really made me feel reassured that every detail we imagined and planned for would be captured correctly. The whole team was fabulous to work with, and our day was truly everything we imagined and more. Would recommend to anyone looking for a rustic, well-priced, and very detail-oriented venue - you won't regret it!
Tara B
5.0
11/10/2022
Our wedding was everything we dreamed of from top to bottom. From the very first meeting, our banquet manager, Diana made us feel completely at ease and cared for. PH's communication throughout the process was excellent and their process was straightforward. On our big day, PH staff was attentive throughout. The food was great (with the exception of the vegan entree, which we did not personally try, but we heard from guests was lacking). The beautiful grounds provided perfect backdrops for our photos (shout out to our amazing photographer, Joe Dolen!) The next morning, we arrived to find all our decorations and property neatly disassembled and ready for pick up. We cannot recommend Publick House highly enough.
Hannah H
5.0
10/30/2022
We worked with Cathy to plan our wedding and then we were lucky enough to have Allison and Kaylee help us on our wedding day. I can’t say enough good things about this venue and, specifically, the people I mentioned. Literally every request that we had was accommodated. The wedding day was seamless and you can just tell they know what they are doing. They made our wedding unforgettable and we can’t thank them enough!
Julie B
5.0
9/21/2022
A beautiful setting, excellent service, delicious food, and a place for everyone to stay and be together. We had the most beautiful wedding weekend and we truly appreciated the high-quality attention and service we received from the event staff.
Erika L
5.0
9/19/2022
WE LOVED OUR AUGUST 2022 WEDDING AT THE PUBLICK HOUSE!
The Publick House Garden Tent was a PERFECT venue for our wedding day.
- STAFF - From planning with Cathy O'Brien to the day-of coordination with Alex and Kaylee, we were so well taken care of. Cathy guided us through each step in the process, answering EVERY email in a timely, organized manner. She was so helpful and every time we met with her we felt so at ease (which is very rare in wedding planning). On the day of, staff took our drink orders, routinely checked in on us, took us anywhere we needed on the golf cart, coordinated our timeline, and truly ensured we were enjoying our day to the fullest.
- GROUNDS - The Publick House does an AMAZING job with their landscaping and gardens. We envisioned a beautiful 'secret garden' wedding, and the Publick House was the perfect setting for this. Our guests commented on the beautiful arbor (we got married under the red Hillside Arbor). The gardens and flowers were vibrant despite very little rain throughout the summer.
- FOOD - We did the BBQ buffet and were so happy with that choice! Several guests commented on the delicious food and no one went hungry. We also highly recommend the apple cider donuts and hot dog cart - a crowd favorite!!
- OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS - You truly cannot beat the room block on site and the complimentary coffee and pastries the next morning. This was a wonderful opportunity for us to casually visit with guests after our wedding day. We were able to thank and say goodbye to guests as they stopped in for their breakfast pastry. Guests also commented how convenient everything was having all the events on site. It was so nice for us to not factor in the cost and coordination of transportation to/from the hotel block.
- BRIDAL SUITE - The bridal suite for the night of the wedding is included in the wedding packages, which is such a nice addition. The bridal suites are beautiful and so spacious. Very comfortable accommodations for getting ready and our overnight stay.
Overall, we could not have imagined a better venue for our wedding day. We were blown away by the amazing services we received. Our friends and families are still talking about what a great venue it was, and we continue to reminisce on the perfect day we had. Thank you Publick House team!
To all future brides - do not hesitate to book the Publick House for your wedding venue! You won't regret it!!
Brianna Z
5.0
8/17/2022
This venue is wonderful, they have an extremely competitive price and can help make your experience streamlined and simple. We are not the type to be great at the details but thank goodness we had all the staff at Publick House. Everyone was very nice, professional and on top of it. They anticipated our needs and made our day incredibly special. Shauna was a great planner and Jon helped things run smoothly day of, even when my maid of honors’ shoes broke right before showtime. Thank you! We had an amazing time!
Natalie S
5.0
8/10/2022
We got married at Paige hall last weekend and I strongly recommend the Publick House! They know exactly what they are doing and everything ran smoothly. Having everything (rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, after party, accommodations, post wedding breakfast) made things a lot less stressful, we didn’t have to worry about transportation. We were going to get married at the hillside arbor and moved it indoors due to heat advisories, which they took care of behind the scenes. We had to postpone our wedding twice due to Covid and they were very accommodating. Again, would strongly recommend the Publick House to anyone planning a wedding!
Annika D
5.0
3/15/2022
Picking the Publick House for our venue was one of the best decisions we made in our wedding planning. One of the first words that comes to mind when thinking about our experience was "smooth." Despite planning a wedding in a shorted amount of time than many couples, and despite the omicron spike and a blizzard the day before, our wedding went so unbelievably smoothly. Shauna did a fabulous job of guiding us through the whole planning process, and we couldn't have asked for a better team to care for us on the day of. They made our decorations look even better than I'd imagined, made sure everyone was where they needed to be for the ceremony, and made sure we were fed and had drinks during the cocktail hour, even as we ran around taking more pictures. My parents particularly appreciated that the Publick House did both set up and take down, especially since my family was coming from far away. They were able to relax and actually enjoy the wedding and after party. The same goes for me and my husband as well. We were able to enjoy the wedding knowing that we were in the best hands.
This does not even touch on many other benefits, like how delicious the food was. I have lost track of how many guests have remarked to me that the wedding had the best desserts they've ever had. There's also the way the Publick House was flexible with guests and the way they reached out to make sure all guests had safe lodging for the blizzard, and even offered to let us pivot to having the rehearsal dinner there last minute if we needed to. I cannot enumerate all the ways the staff at the Publick House took care of us, but every single person there was so helpful and such a pleasure to work with, and they truly helped create such a magical day for us. I heartily recommend.
Kim F
5.0
2/09/2022
My husband and I looked at so many venues before finding the Publick House. This venue had everything we were looking for - beautiful grounds for photos, all-inclusive ceremony and reception, lodging on-site, delicious food and cake, plus a space for our after party. You will not be able to find a venue with all these perks for such a reasonable price. But the best part is that the nicest people work here. That certainly showed when we had to reschedule our wedding due to Covid. They were so accommodating throughout the entire process going above and beyond to ensure we had our perfect day. We can't wait to return for our anniversary cake! Highly recommend the Publick House! Your wedding is in good hands.
Gina M
5.0
11/11/2021
The Publick House was the most amazing venue! During our big day, the staff checked in on us to make sure we had everything we needed and left us to celebrate later in the day. The food was amazing and everything was beautiful.
Dawn J
5.0
10/20/2021
Publick House did an awesome job with my reception. Staff was amazing. They pay attention to every detail it was the best ever. I highly recommend if you are looking for a place to have your wedding have it at the Publick House.
Danielle F
5.0
10/11/2021
We had our daughter's wedding at the Publick House in the meadow with reception in the tent on 9/25/21. It was AMAZING!! The whole weekend was spectacular. From the rehearsal dinner, lunch orders the next day, the wedding, reception, and the breakfast the next morning, all events were amazing. The food is OUTSTANDING! All of the staff are so friendly and wonderful, they work extremely hard to make the bride and groom's dream come true. Shauna our wedding coordinator, & John our banquet manager were AWESOME. We had many food allergies and the kitchen did such an excellent job making sure all was safe. All of the guests were so impressed with how beautiful the venue is and how well it was run. Our daughter and her husband got the wedding they hoped for and we couldn't be happier. It was a huge success and we cannot thank everyone at the Publick House enough for all they did!!
Allie F
5.0
9/29/2021
We had our wedding here this past weekend 9/25/21. From the day we booked the venue up until the wedding everything has been incredible. Our wedding coordinator Shauna was AMAZING. So responsive and easy to work with. Jon our banquet manager for the wedding weekend was absolutely incredible. He made sure everything went as we planned it and kept everything organized and on time. He even accommodated us for all the special things we wanted to have during our rehearsal dinner and the wedding. Lexie our wedding assistant was amazing as well. She drove us all around the venue with the golf cart and was there for whatever we needed the whole weekend. The bartender Tammy for our rehearsal dinner could not have been more perfect. We were a large loud party and she fit right in with us. She even stopped by our wedding the next day when she wasn’t even working the event! Every member of our family/friends could not say enough about the grounds, staff and the food throughout the entire weekend. Highly recommend this place for a wedding, event, or a special family dinner!
Daphnee S
5.0
9/03/2021
My husband and I got just got married at Publick House on Monday August 30, 2021. The staff at Publick House was amazing from the start of the planning process all the way through to the end of the actual wedding night. The wonderfully kept grounds, and picturesque greenery with pops of beautiful floral colors was the perfect backdrop for our ceremony. We truly felt like we were getting married at a 18th century grand estate. The food served at our rehearsal dinner and at the reception was delicious. This was money well spent! I can't say enough about the beautiful wedding cake created on site. Thank you to Shauna, Diana, Allison, and Kaylee for all of your hard work and dedication to making our day special. I also want to add that the bridal suite was wonderful, everything from the patio views of our Garden Gazebo and Tent Reception, to the massaging water pressure of the bathroom, and finally extreme comfort of the bed when we finally got to sleep that night. It's a day neither myself or our guest will ever forget!
Joanna B
5.0
7/25/2021
The Publick House went above and beyond to make our (covid-postponed) wedding the absolute best! We planned from out-of-state, so we especially appreciated the all-inclusive ceremony, reception, linens, chairs, catering, cake, AND room block. Shauna, our coordinator, was SO on top of everything and very quick to respond to all my questions. There was absolutely no problem or extra work on our part when our ceremony had to be moved indoors due to thunderstorms, and we are very thankful for Jon, our banquet manager, WERKING and literally running around in the rain to make all necessary last minute changes. The entire venue was absolutely beautiful, and all the centerpieces and 'decorations' we handed in half-assembled were displayed impeccably. We (and all our guests) were also very impressed with the food AND the cake - we are so happy we decided to have our wedding at the Publick House in 2020 -->2021!
Travis M
5.0
7/09/2021
We hired Publick House as our wedding venue pre-Covid pandemic. Throughout the pandemic, we were in contact with them asking questions and getting updates about local regulations since we do not live in the area. While this uncertainty was stressful for everyone, Shauna and Connie were helpful in answering all of our questions. For the event, they offered a variety of ceremony and reception settings which we appreciated as well as an extremely customizable menu of add-ons including the Bacon Bar at our cocktail hour that was a huge hit! The day of, we were provided with a suite for the wedding party to rest in before the ceremony which helped greatly with organizing the entrances. The staff who set up our reception did a great job of following the instructions and demonstration pictures that we provided and the waitstaff was very professional. Throughout our wedding weekend, Seamus, John, and Fee were highly attentive and helpful in making sure that everything was in place to make our wedding day exactly what we had planned. We also appreciated the Publick House's extreme flexibility in terms of dietary restrictions. We loved that guests had the option to stay on site, and it made the whole event feel like a getaway with family and friends!
Amanda K
5.0
7/05/2021
We planned our wedding with the Publick House pre-pandemic... then, of course, we postponed. They provided outstanding customer service throughout the entire process. On our wedding day, we had over 4 coordinators ensuring that our day went off without any problems. The food is excellent as is the presentation, and the on-site bakery is equally as fantastic. Book here. You won't be disappointed.
5.0
6/22/2021
My husband and I booked with the Publick House in June of 2019 for our June 2021 wedding. We had attended weddings here as guests in the past and are frequent diners at the restaurant.
From the start Shauna and Cathy were available and all ears. They were always available to answer my constant emails over the 2 years, especially when COVID hit and we weren’t sure what may happen. My husband and I kept with our date and as March of 2021 came, we felt better. Cathy was responsive and attentive and always got back to me. We had an amazing tasting event, with COVID precautions, and felt great for our big day. Cathy worked with us to finalize details and on our final walk through, we met our INCREDIBLE event manager, Seamus.
I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about Seamus, my bridal assistant Felicia, and the events team. Seamus was with us from Friday to Sunday at our rehearsal dinner and welcome event, our wedding day, and our post wedding brunch. He was incredibly helpful, sincere, and made sure everything went smoothly. As a bride who has worked in events in the past, he made me feel so calm and confident in his team. They brought our vision to life and did it with a smile. I honestly cannot sing enough praise to Seamus, Felicia, and the entire weekend team.
Now to lodging. We picked Publick House because of everything on site. Not only is the food amazing here, but the lodging is, too. Michelle, Carol, and team are also incredibly amazing. As COVID changed so much for businesses, their lodging department has continued to persevere. They were always so responsive to my weekly emails for room block updates and calls the weeks leading up to the wedding. Our wedding weekend was also amazing. We had 30+ rooms that our guests booked and they were accommodating to requests for rooms close to each other, handing out our welcome bags, and helping with anything that came up in rooms. We are so thankful for their accommodations!
Jessie T
5.0
6/16/2021
They did everything we could ask and more to be helpful (including boxing extra food and finding me masking tape at the last minute to fix a shoe!)
Grace M
5.0
6/13/2021
We had our rehearsal dinner at Publick House and it was the perfect way to kick off our wedding weekend. Connie and Cathy and the entire team there were wonderful to work with. The room was all set up when we arrived, the servers were great, and the food was outstanding. I would highly recommend Publick House for a rehearsal dinner or wedding!!
Colleen K
5.0
2/06/2021
This was the best place to get married! I got married in September and it was absolutely beautiful! Also safe during the pandemic! I highly recommend a wedding here or any event! So much is included too so you don’t have to shop around for many vendors! They even have a wonderful spa on site that did a fantastic job on my hair and makeup.
Becky L
5.0
8/13/2020
We chose The Publick House for our wedding because of its accommodations and amenities for our guests, classic New England style, and expertise. When the COVID-19 pandemic began, they worked with us and maintained the professionalism we noticed from the beginning. Shauna Dandy listened to us at each meeting and collaborated with us to maintain as much as we could of our original plan. They staffed the event so our guests had food and drinks throughout cocktail hour and the reception while maintaining social distance and they allowed us to assign seats at the ceremony just days before. Anthony, our day of coordinator, had a positive attitude each time we met him, checked in with us throughout the day, and was so accommodating. Our guests were impressed from start to finish and everyone was safe. We are so happy The Publick House helped us to keep our original plan and make it a wonderful day!
Danielle M
5.0
7/27/2020
The staff at the Publick House have been nothing short of amazing to work with! They were so helpful and professional every step of the way!
Kelley M
5.0
3/21/2020
The Publick House was simply tremendous from start to finish! They coordinated every detail and made it so I had no worries or stress on my wedding day. There was another wedding happening in the morning before mine and I never would have known it. Staff members introduced themselves to me early in the day and checked in often to ensure all was going well and that I didn’t need anything. All I had to worry about was getting ready and they did all the rest. They had me drop off all decor, favors, etc earlier in the week and they set everything up and cleaned it up as well. All the food was wonderful and our guests were very pleased with their meals and cake. Cathy and Anthony S coordinated everything flawlessly and the day went without a hitch thanks to them!
Ryan P
5.0
1/14/2020
We couldn't have been happier to book our reception at the Publick House Historic Inn ! We had our event in the first week of November so the entire grounds were decorated for fall. It was absolutely beautiful. Our reception was held in the tent (which is heated) but with the amount of dancing that took place, I don't think we needed it! It comfortably accommodated 187 guests with the amount of rooms available even with other events taking place that weekend. Our guests continuously tell us how much fun and relaxed everything felt while they attended our reception. We cannot wait to return next November for our anniversary!
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