Salem Cross Inn

awless. The setting is nothing short of magical: the historic charm, the rolling hills, the timeless barn and grounds—all of it created the dreamiest backdrop for our special day. The staff was warm, professional, and truly cared about making everything run smoothly. They treated our family like their own and were always a step ahead, making sure we didn’t have to worry about a single thing. Our ceremony and reception flowed seamlessly, the food was incredible, and the ambiance was so cozy and elegant—it felt like stepping into a fairy tale. So many of our guests told us it was one of the most beautiful weddings they had ever attended. We couldn’t agree more. Salem Cross Inn will forever hold a special place in our hearts. If you're considering it for your wedding, do it. You’ll be in amazing hands, and you’ll get to start your forever in a place that feels as magical as love itself

could instantly sense the passion she and her family have for their food, the restaurant, and every event they host. We were lucky enough to get our preferred date, and from that point on, planning with the venue was seamless. Nancy and Donna were always just an email or call away, responding quickly and thoroughly to any question we had. Our final planning meeting with them was incredibly helpful—they offered thoughtful suggestions about seating and overall setup that made the day flow perfectly. The pricing was straightforward and reasonable, especially considering the incredible quality of the experience. So many guests told us it was the best prime rib they’ve ever had—not just at a wedding, but anywhere! Watching it cook in the fireplace added such a unique and memorable touch. From our initial tasting to the night of the wedding, every dish was absolutely delicious. The venue itself is stunning. We were lucky with the weather (75 and sunny in April!) so we held our ceremony outside, followed by dinner and formalities in the barn, and then dancing downstairs in the cozy fireplace room. It was perfect. Every staff member we interacted with was kind, helpful, and genuinely seemed happy to be part of our day. We truly couldn’t have imagined our wedding anywhere else. Salem Cross Inn made our day magical, and we can’t wait to come back and visit again!

. Pricing was great, the food even better, the muffins to die for. We had such a great time. Dawn was our host on the day and she was so helpful and kept things moving. 100% would recommend. Thank you Salem Cross Inn!!

mailed them with questions, I would receive a phone call back within a few hours. When my family couldn't figure out how to work the bustles on my dress, Donna quickly realized what was happening and skillfully fixed the bustles herself. They were extremely accommodating for my GF/V guests - everyone was raving about the food! Not to mention the venue is just stunning. We took gorgeous pictures in front of the gazebo, in the flower garden, in front of the barn, under the apple trees - and the sprawling hills made for a stunning backdrop. The barn where we had our reception has a lovely vintage charm. It was the perfect space for eating, dancing and socializing. We couldn't have been happier with our choice!

em and they (Donna and Nancy) were so nice and professional and had availability. From our first meeting with them, they started planning our dream wedding and gave us many options. When we met to bring our decorations, they noticed our wood slice centerpieces were too big, we were a bit bummed. However Donna and Nancy’s quick thinking and excellent memory, recalled they had extra wood slices in the correct dimensions. They literally saved the day and our decoration debacle. We opted to use the small tap room that fits about 40 people (we had 41 including the grooms) and went with the fireplace prime rib (which came with repeat servings) and baked haddock as our dishes. They did not disappoint with the quality farm to table experience they offered; cake was beautiful, and the food was delicious. The ceremony chairs by the gazebo were perfect. The room was cozy and charming. They went above and beyond to check on us throughout the day even while busy with other events and appointments. The wait staff were friendly and even ensured to bring us (the grooms) Hors d'oeuvres while we were taking photos. We had the sausage stuffed mushrooms, bacon wrapped scallops, pesto meatballs, and veggie quiche, absolutely incredible and so delicious. The baked rustic apple pie paired with fresh whipped cream which they’re known for was heavenly. Additionally we were given the option to place a heaping dollop of the whipped cream on each serving to our guests and we took full advantage. We owe a big thank you to Donna and Nancy, the wait staff (Jes and Dawn who were incredible, attentive, and had great personalities), chefs/bakers (who made the most incredible cutting cake with the inspiration we sent over). To mention the bartender (Joe), really saved the day when we forgot the elderflower liquor for our signature drink and quickly revamped the recipe and nailed it. We were fortunate enough to hear the cows mooing just before the start of the ceremony which added a whimsical touch. There were so many tears of joy, love, and laughter on our special day. If we could give the Salem Cross Inn more than 5 stars we would, not just for a beautiful venue on over 600+ acres set in a New England setting but for dinner as well. Thank you so much for everything you did to make our special day a dream wedding come true.

he gazebo and reception was held inside, both inside and out of the property is absolutely beautiful! All of our guests had so much fun and the food was amazing! I could not have asked for a more perfect day and I can’t thank and recommend Salem Cross Inn enough!!!

wedding but Donna and Martha took care of everything I needed and even the things I didn’t know I needed. Through out planning communication was clear and timely. Donna answered all my questions and accommodated any changes (even last minute) without batting an eye. Salems has great relationships with local venders and their ability to collaborate made it all the more seamless. On the day of my family and I chose to get ready at Salem’s; we had a comfy suite and they served us a delicious sit down lunch with salads and mimosas in a private dining space. When a couple of little girls showed up as a surprise the kitchen staff even made them their own macaroni and cheese plates! The ceremony space and overall landscaping was perfect with flowers and fresh cut grass. Our guests loved taking photos on the beautiful grounds and our professional photos look like they are straight out of a fairy tale. At the reception everyone raved about the delicious prime rib dinner and strawberry short cake. The serving staff and bartenders were fun, personable, professional, attentive and really seemed invested in making my family’s day perfect. If I could do my wedding day again I would absolutely choose this venue.

ything about it was perfect from the ceremony space, cocktail hour, reception area, food & drinks! Thanks so much for making it the best day of our lives!

ed almost immediately, or followed up with a phone call to clarify a question. The venue itself was absolutely gorgeous, and we got the perfect fall wedding we dreamed about. Could not have been happier with the quality and taste of the wedding reception food as well; the English cut sirloin was especially delicious, as were the mini mozzarella sticks and the pesto meatballs from the passed appetizers. The staff were incredibly friendly, with Martha and Haley both being fabulous point people on the day of. Thank you a million times over, Salem Cross Inn, and we can’t wait to see you next year for our anniversary!!!

r us. We were treated like family! Every accommodation we requested was handled! Including a room for me and my bridesmaids to get ready in before the ceremony. A fall wedding here is just what we wanted! The beautiful scenery only added to the atmosphere of an old New England inn. The food was oh so good! They even took extra steps to make everything served a little more special. I remember choosing the baked potato and butternut squash to accompany the fireside roasted prime rib. They offered, notice I didn’t have to ask, to make the potatoes skins seasoned and the butternut squash more spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg and brown sugar. Everything was delicious and the wedding party was offered more of any of the meal items they wanted. No one left hungry! The morning of our wedding was a cold one, unusually so for early October. We were married outside under a huge oak tree, they now have a gazebo for ceremonies with the rolling hills in the background. Our elderly family members needed to stay warm, but still see the ceremony so Nancy made them comfortable at the window just inside. It was a magical day, and last night we had dinner there to celebrate our anniversary. We saw Nancy who is still making her guests happy with attention to detail! The wedding happening there last night sounded like a great time! Don’t hesitate to check this venue out for your special day!

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