Chez Nous

A Truly Private and Romantic Venue

Holds ceremonies and receptions

5.0

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John & Cheryl at Chez Nous were absolutely amazing. We could see how passionate they are about the beautiful space they created, and how they truly wanted us to find the wedding venue of our dreams. It never once felt like they were trying to “sell us” anything. They gave us the freedom to make our day exactly as we wished. Photos truly do not Chez Nous justice. We were blown away by how perfect the space was and how everything came together. Such an amazing weekend spent at Chez Nous.

Autumn S.

5.0

I cannot express how amazing Cheryl and John are. They are the sweetest people running the most stunning wedding venue. I would recommend to everyone. Our families got to spend a whole weekend together getting to know each other and getting to celebrate us. Everyone loved the venue and couldn't believe how nice the barn was.

Dawson B.

5.0

2027 GREAT DATES STILL AVAILABLE! EXCLUSIVE • ELEGANT • COUNTRYSIDE CHARM Nestled in Searsburg, VT, near Wilmington and Mount Snow, Chez Nous is a private, 21-acre estate offering a unique blend of glamour and rustic charm. Perfect for weddings and events, this beautifully restored mansion and 3,000 sq. ft. glam barn provide a stunning, welcoming setting for your special day. Originally built in the 1890s by the Heather sisters, Chez Nous was lovingly renovated by owners John and Cheryl Mincarelli into a luxurious yet cozy retreat. The mansion features 20 rooms, including 6 spacious bedrooms, 5 full baths, a gourmet kitchen, dining room, and a wraparound porch ideal for rehearsal dinners. Couples can say “I do” at multiple picturesque outdoor ceremony sites, with Heather Brook and mountain views offering perfect photo backdrops. Receptions are held in the all-season barn, hosting 150–180 guests, with elegant lighting and a cozy upstairs lounge. Chez Nous is fully yours for the weekend. Choose your own vendors (yes, food trucks welcome!), and enjoy a comfortable, exclusive experience with your loved ones. You’ll never want to leave!

6+ years in business

Speaks English

Small team (2-10 members)

Amenities + details

Amenities

Ceremony Area

Covered Outdoors Space

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

On-Site Accommodations

Outdoor Event Space

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

Barn

Estate

Historic Venue

Loft

Mountain

Trees

Venue Service Offerings

Destination Weddings

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Meet the team

John and Cheryl Mincarelli

Owners

Chez Nous is a beautifully restored 1896 mansion with rich history. Originally built by sisters Mary and Celia Heather, who ran a prize-winning dairy farm here, the home had fallen into neglect until we purchased it in 2013 and lovingly brought it back to life. Now fully renovated, Chez Nous is a private, stunning, and welcoming place where couples can begin their forever. We can’t wait to share it with you!

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Chez Nous is a stunning Vermont venue with a renovated mansion, modern barn, and scenic outdoor ceremony spaces that impress guests. The hosts are warm, responsive, and accommodating, and the venue allows vendor flexibility. With on-site lodging and versatile spaces, it’s ideal for a weekend wedding celebration.

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Autumn S

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7/01/2026

John & Cheryl at Chez Nous were absolutely amazing. We could see how passionate they are about the beautiful space they created, and how they truly wanted us to find the wedding ve...

nue of our dreams. It never once felt like they were trying to “sell us” anything. They gave us the freedom to make our day exactly as we wished. Photos truly do not Chez Nous justice. We were blown away by how perfect the space was and how everything came together. Such an amazing weekend spent at Chez Nous.

Dawson B

5/18/2026

I cannot express how amazing Cheryl and John are. They are the sweetest people running the most stunning wedding venue. I would recommend to everyone. Our families got to spend a w...

hole weekend together getting to know each other and getting to celebrate us. Everyone loved the venue and couldn't believe how nice the barn was.

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Molly H

10/26/2025

John and Cheryl were warm, professional and worked with us extensively to create the perfect ceremony! They were responsive and it was clear they wanted to make sure our ceremony w...

as exactly what we wanted. The property is beautiful and it wowed all our guests! If I had to get married again, I would still pick Chez Nous

Peter S

10/21/2025

The most magical Vermont wedding venue! Chez Nous was the perfect setting for our fall wedding — the outdoor space is absolutely stunning, which includes a modern barn and a fa...

ntastically renovated mansion, and everywhere you look feels special and inviting. John and Cheryl, the owners, are a joy to work with. They made booking and planning so easy and were always accommodating, kind, and responsive throughout the entire process. One of the things we liked is that Chez Nous doesn’t require you to use specific vendors, which gave us freedom to make the day our own — for example, we brought in a DJ from Massachusetts who was recommended by a friend. The venue offers endless opportunities to personalize your celebration, from two outdoor ceremony areas, the first floor of the mansion, the wraparound porch, and even a cozy backyard fire pit. The barn offers a stunning backdrop and we used it’s interior space for our reception after the wedding. The six bedrooms in the main house were a huge bonus — most of our wedding party stayed on-site with us, which made the weekend feel like one big celebration. There’s also a charming cottage just a short three-minute walk away where our parents stayed comfortably. Chez Nous truly exceeded our expectations in every way. It’s a one-of-a-kind venue that perfectly blends beauty, flexibility, and warmth — we couldn’t have imagined a better place to celebrate our wedding. — Matt & Pete

Jessica F

11/20/2024

Where do we begin my husband and I can’t say enough good things about Chez Nous Wedding Venue and the owners John and Cheryl! We are beyond thankful John and Cheryl let us use the...

ir beautiful venue. They were both so kind, genuine, and easy to communicate with! Whenever we had questions they were quick to answer. In addition they were very accommodating and made us feel right at home! Just a month before the wedding we had to add on another day for rental and they quickly answered and were able to accommodate that without hesitation which was a great relief! They made the wedding planning process extremely easy, and even gave us some recommendations for vendors and lent us some decorations and games to use! The entire venue is beyond our dreams and as soon as we drove up to the mansion and saw the barn we knew this would be where we spend our special day. The mansion is nothing short of spectacular with a perfect blend of both modern feel with its added history. Each room was filled with so much detail and every single person from our wedding venue who stayed said it was spectacular and beautiful, in complete awe of its beauty. The barn is exactly what we dreamed of for a venue. The post and beams covered with lights gave us such a great atmosphere, it was both modern but a rustic feel and exactly what we pictured. The landscape was beautiful, clean, and had plenty of room for both an inside and outside feel! There was a beautiful outdoor fireplace where people could also enjoy cocktails and warm atmosphere! We can’t thank John and Cheryl enough for letting us use this beautiful venue for our wedding weekend: from the mansion, to the barn and even the cottage, it was perfect. My husband and I will have the best memories from our wedding and our guests have come to us many times since the wedding to let us know how perfect of a location and Venue we chose. My husband and I highly recommend Chez Nous Venue for any reception need

Jillian F

10/16/2024

Chez Nous was the perfect venue! We loved getting to have our wedding party with us the whole weekend! The views, the rooms, the freedom to fully do your wedding your way; is worth...

everything! Cheryl and John are so wonderful and professional! Highly recommend Chez Nous!

R G

6/11/2024

Beautiful venue. And several multi purpose spaces for cocktail hour, rehearsal dinner and wedding reception. The ceremony space (outdoor) was extraordinary with boulder and mountai...

n views. John and Cheryl were awesome to work with. Highly recommend

Ivanna B

5/10/2023

From the beautiful barn to the mansion this place is filled with love. My dream wedding venue came true. John and Cheryl sure put their hearts and souls into here.

Corey H

5/09/2023

Owners John and Cheryl have created an exquisite venue in Chez Nous. This beautifully restored mansion and newly built barn were the perfect backdrop for our rehearsal, wedding and...

brunch. Our guests enjoyed every inch of this incredible property. John and Cheryl's attention to detail shines through in every square inch of the mansion, the guest house and the barn. They were extremely easy to work with, supportive of our vision and so eager to share their property with us and our guests. We couldn't have chosen a better venue.

Megan S

3/31/2023

My husband and I fell in love with this venue the moment we arrived and had a tour. John and Cheryl are fantastic communicators and made sure we had everything we needed to have a ...

relaxing celebration with our friends and family. We loved having our cozy romantic winter wedding and rehearsal dinner here, which was very convenient for our wedding party and out of town guests. John and Cheryl made sure to be as seen/available as we needed them, and this really added to the seedless flow of the weekend especially due to the snow storm the day before! I would definitely recommend this venue if you’re looking for a beautiful family oriented personalized experience!

Sara P

3/19/2023

My husband and I hosted our wedding at Chez Nous this past October. We had recently moved to the area and were hoping to find an affordable venue that could capture our dream of a ...

New England fall wedding. Chez Nous was the perfect space to uphold this dream. The barn is the perfect place to hold the reception and staying in the farm house felt like being at home. The owners, John and Cheryl not only helped my husband and I create our dream wedding, but welcomed us into their carefully crafted home with open arms. I would recommend Chez Nous to anyone who is looking to have their wedding in Vermont. Thank you again John and Cheryl for everything you did for Spencer and I. We cannot thank you enough and will cherish the memories made at Chez Nous for a lifetime.

Amanda H

9/20/2022

Do yourselves a favor, and check out Chez Nous. Our wedding was more amazing than I ever imagined and it was entirely due to this venue. The immaculate interior is carefully decora...

ted down to the last detail, while the grounds showcase the natural Vermont beauty. The bridal suite in particular made us feel like genuine royalty with its four poster bed, personal fireplace, and luxury bathtub. I cannot tell you how many compliments we received at our wedding. Our guests were stunned by the location. When you rent Chez Nous, you also are lucky enough to get Cheryl and John, the most welcoming hosts you will ever find. They were both eager to help in any way they could. In our case, they even offered up their bar services for the reception! They have such pride in the property and want to share it with you. Please let them!

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665 Vermont Rt 9 West, Searsburg, VT

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