Saybrook Point Resort & Marina

ver the weather was going to force us in to it would be perfectly executed. Our staff the day of was unbelievable. They made my vision a reality and I truly can’t thank them enough. The food was amazing-every guest raved about it! I think there a million good things I could say about everyone at Saybrook Point. Our wedding was incredible.

ngs, and one of my sisters is in the event planning business- so I am very aware of what a venue generally does and doesn't do. The staff at Saybrook did more than we could have ever imagined- for instance, we dropped off all of our decor four days before the event, and when we showed up on our wedding day everything was setup perfectly. I cannot tell you as a bride what a relief that is- all of my other friends who have gotten married spent hours setting up the night before or day of. I didn't have to do a thing! Everyone knew exactly who we were when we arrived- we seriously felt like royalty! Another part we loved- it felt like SBP gave us a wedding army to help all weekend! We had a coordinator, a security coordinator, and day of coordinator and so on- we did not worry about a single thing all weekend because it was all taken care of by their amazing and kind staff. We had Joe as the day of coordinator, and he helped guide us the whole evening so that we maximized all of our time, and he took care of absolutely EVERYTHING for us! He even saved a napkin for us that he saw my groom wiping a little makeup smudge off of my face with - I mean, how cute is that?! Getting ready at the hotel was a breeze, and it was SO nice at the end of the night to take a short elevator ride to the room. The staff helped us pack everything up, and even left us an adorable gift in our room to return to on the wedding night. I could go on and on, but I will leave with this- we have determined that choosing SBP was the best decision we made for our wedding. We've had so many people tell us that our wedding was the best wedding they have ever been to because the venue, views, food, accommodations, and staff. You cannot go wrong choosing this place- if you're debating it- just book!

mmitment. Krystal, our wedding manager, did a wonderful job helping us with the planning process and accommodating our needs. Donna was amazing to work with at the reception and she helped make everything run smoothly. The wait staff was more than helpful and we appreciate all of their hard work on that day! The food (hors d'oeuvres and dinner) was enjoyed by all of our guests. Our wedding day was a true fairytale!

d options available. Boats, the water, docks, beautiful decor inside and out... we could not ask for a better scenic backdrop for our wedding. Shelby showed us where the ceremony would be, cocktail hour, reception, but went beyond that to show us the spa where hair and makeup could be done, the Saybrook Room for the Groomsmen to get ready in (what a unique and special room that is!), and our suite for the night. She answered all our questions with courtesy and professionalism, no matter how numerous or specific the questions were. As our wedding coordinator, Krystal made us feel at ease throughout the entire planning process and actual event. Her attention to detail ensured us that no aspect of the wedding would be overlooked. We were in great hands and this was evidenced by the types of questions she asked us and the comfortable conversations we had. When the day finally arrived, she was there at every turn to make sure the event occurred as planned and on time. That day, weather was tricky to determine if the wedding ceremony should stay outdoors or be moved inside, but Krystal assured us that only an hour was needed to make the switch and they would wait to the very last minute to decide to do that if needed. She knew how important it was to us that we were outside. Fortunately, the weather cooperated! As a whole, the staff at Saybrook Point Inn truly make you feel like everyone works together to create a personalized wedding that caters to your every need. Coordinated by Krystal, the communication between all the staff members is remarkable. They know where the bride and groom are at all times and are there for you and your needs, period. Our dinner menu featured absolutely delicious meals that included sea scallops, fillet of beef, and stuffed chicken breast. Our guests were all served their salads and then meals in what seemed to be simultaneous. The hard work of the kitchen staff was definitely evident in the high quality of the food and service. In addition to the tremendous amount of work by Krystal, Shelby, and so many others that we did not get a chance to meet personally, Gary and Brian also worked to ensure our night was special. Gary ensured that as the night went on, we were able to have fun with our guests while still participating in the events (cake cutting, father/daughter mother/son dances, etc...) with smooth transitions that allowed us to maximize our time with our guests on the dance floor without rushing through the night. At no point in the night did we have to get anything ourselves. Brian was there to make sure that we were treated as the VIP's of the night and he succeeded in making us feel just that. Our guests keep commenting to us about the delicious food, the views, and the staff of Saybrook Point Inn. We cannot thank them enough for creating the most amazing wedding where everything was truly perfect.

n delivered, that is an understatement. There are simply too many exceptional people and examples of going above and beyond to name in a review - they have achieved the rarity of developing a staff-wide culture of doing everything and anything to have everyone have the best, safest, and most pleasant experience possible. ALL of our guests were commenting on it, from small details like remembering individual guests' names to acts of kindness like rushing a late bridesmaid to the ceremony site on a golf cart and bringing dinners up to hotel rooms for adult babysitters, to seamless management of a full day of wedding ceremony coordination, photos, and reception traditions. At the end of the evening, I found all the gifts, centerpieces, and flowers cleanly organized and boxed up in our room, and the cake in our fridge. Simple amazing. The venue of course was beautiful and very comfortable, and we really enjoyed upgrading to a "bridal" suite and the boys' Saybrook Room. The adjacent bar and restaurant were perfect for post-reception drinks and a beautiful relaxed breakfast in the morning. High praise also for the food. The best example of critical feedback probably comes from one of our guests who ran a higher-end restaurant for 15 years, stating that it was the best Filet Mignon he had ever had at a wedding reception.

as so delicious and beautifully presented. The service was impeccable and of course the scenery is spectacular. It was a huge plus to have a venue where our out of town guests were able to stay overnight and enjoy the accommodations and we had the most lovely post wedding breakfast too. Remarkable wedding weekend start to finish!

/hours off but Krystal accommodated our scheduled every step of the way. She would meet with us on Saturdays or early mornings/late evenings- we appreciated this so much. We loved that the venue had a house that we could rent for our family to stay in for the days leading up to and the entire wedding weekend. It made the whole weekend so special. On the actual days Krystal came over to the house several times to just check in to make sure we didn't need anything. Donna and Joe coordinated the whole reception and made our night so easy to manage! They told us where to be, who to talk to, when we needed to each step of the night- it was so great to have them around to keep the night moving smoothly! We had the best night of our lives because of the people that make Saybrook Point Inn so very special. If you are interested in a place that has weddings down to a science- this is it! We were lucky enough to have good weather but they have back options that they put together in minutes if they have to. The day before there was questionable weather and they set up a wedding inside but when the weather held up they re-did everything within an hour to get the bride and groom their special day outside! It was so great to see them work so hard just to get their day to be what they dreamed it would be. We loved the lighthouse suite on our wedding night- an added bonus to the beauty of the inn and so special for the first night as Mr. and Mrs.!!

00% satisfied - and we were! Highly recommend this venue!

de sure you had everything you could want or need all night long! They not only made me, the bride, feel this way, but also my groom! They didn't ignore him like some places might do, they made sure he felt just as special all night long!!! I am so happy we picked me this venue to have our wedding!!!

on was on us. Our Goldendoodle was part of our ceremony and stayed at the inn the entire weekend. The staff was very kind and helpful with her. The food was excellent and the staff catered to my food allergies very professionally and carefully. Our ceremony was beautiful - our guests almost a year later continue to talk about what a beautiful wedding we had. We also had a BBQ rehearsal dinner and morning after brunch - both were fantastic and well catered. We highly recommend Saybrook Point Inn. Once we were there the weekend was stress free, beautiful, and felt as though we had a destination wedding. My husband and I continue to visit Saybrook Point Inn regularly. Thank you for a beautiful, memory filled wedding. Sincerely, Jamie and Jesse

place I have ever been. Everyone from the director of sales to the staff at the front desk and in between were amazing. They were always available for any questions or assistance during the wedding and before. Sara, the director of sales, is extremely organized and knows exactly what she is doing. I felt that we were in great hands working with her. Sara and her team made our day so special and worry free with all the work they did upfront. We gave them all of our wedding decorations and they set everything up. The room looked beautiful. Sara also contacted all of our vendors and made arrangements with them. The food at the wedding was amazing and I had multiple compliments from guests about their meals. Definitely add the raw bar! We went to the bar at Fresh Salt after our reception. The bartenders were great and always accomodating. Joe was also amazing on our wedding day. He was with us the entire day. He always made sure we had a drink if we need one and made sure we ate. He also gave us great suggestions on how to greet all of our guests and still have a great time at our reception, which was very important to us. I greatly appreciate everything he did for us on our wedding day. Jack and his team at the front desk were exceptional and so helpful. They were always there when we needed to bring bags in and out. The accomodations at the Point are also exceptional. The rooms are very large and very clean. The lighthouse suite is a must! We would highly recommend any couple thinking of getting married to consider the Saybrook Point Inn. You will not be disappointed.

arm. We spent several afternoons enjoying a cocktail at one of many tables overlooking their marina during the planning process. We chose to have our rehearsal dinner at their restaurant, Fresh Salt, and a farewell brunch the morning after the wedding. We were able to have our "wedding weekend" all on site and in one place, which felt like a mini vacation for us and our guests who chose to stay with us at the Inn. We never once had to leave the Inn which was convenient for us and our families/friends. All of the staff were always so king and welcoming. We initially met with Sara and then went on to work with a few different coordinators through our engagement. Everyone we worked with were all so professional, accommodating, responsive, and helpful. Response times were always so quick which made the planning process so much smoother. Sara absolutely knows her stuff and helped us so much through all of our decision making to help us create our perfect wedding. The weather the day of the wedding was questionable. An afternoon of rain caused us to consider moving the ceremony inside. Everyone was willing to wait until the last possible minute, hours before the start time, to make the call. Luckily they did because sure enough the sun came out and we were able to have our wedding outside at their beautiful Compass Rose ceremony site. Our guests raved about how beautiful the ceremony & cocktail hour were, the delicious food, and ambiance through the entire day. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure the Bride and Groom are well taken care of the entire night so you can just enjoy every second of the day. We have already planned a trip back for our anniversary and we are so excited to return to this beautiful place!

hout the planning process. Also, some of the execution on the day of caused me to get involved, when as a bride that is the last thing you want to deal with. Food and venue are great-things just fell a bit flat with me on the execution level.

. The entire day, I did not need a thing. I swear they can read your mind for everything that you want/need. I was that bride that didn’t bring flip-flops to her own wedding. Right after my ceremony I decided that the shoes I had NEEDED to go. Within 25 minutes, I had a pair of sandals. That’s how good everyone was! We still have people commenting on how courteous and helpful the staff was. Although other weddings happened that weekend, I still felt like the only bride in the building. They were so accommodating. They even helped a bride and her maids that would have had an awful hangover on wedding morning by getting us Burger King late the night before, LOL. Donna and Valarie were gems too. After my bustle broke for the third time, Donna insisted on fixing it for me to the best of her ability, and I was grateful to not continue to fix it for the rest of the day. The staff also set up all of my DIY (there were many) projects exactly or even better than I had instructed and placed them back into their boxes with care. We also held a “Welcome Recpetion” the night before our wedding for the out of town guests. The food and wine was great along with the intimate location that we used. It was the perfect time to sit down with people we don’t see too often and reconnect before our big day. If Saybrook Point Inn is a place that you are considering, just go for it. The entire team will not let you down.

ly caught every special moment..The day of our wedding,I as a bride felt so taken care of by staff , I had no worries. If you choose Saybrook point for your wedding venue, you will truly not be let down!

am to the end of our wedding, every detail was handled with care, professionalism, and wonderful style. We would absolutely recommend the Saybrook Point Inn to anyone looking for a breathtaking, comfortable, and ideal location. There were several special requests that we made, and they accommodated every one of them with no difficulty. We will certainly return to host other events in the future, or just for a wonderful dinner!

o the charming rooms as well as the outdoor pool overlooking the marina. The staff were all first rate professionals,Sara, Valerie and Donna showed us nothing but top notch service. From our first tour, through the tasting, and finally on our amazing wedding day everyone was extremely helpful fulfilling our needs and calming our nerves. They designed a beautiful ballroom. Everything they did was absolutely perfect! There was a personal waitress for us all night. All of our guests raved about the delicious food. Everything went so smoothly and my husband and I were able to take it all in and truly ENJOY it! For a romantic nautical wedding Saybook Point Inn is the best 💗

reamt up in my mind. From the very first person who greeted us at the door to the final person that checked us out and every spa staff, bellman, security guard, housekeeper, wait staff, and bartender in between, every single person was wonderful to work with! We are still getting compliments on how insanely spectacular the entire weekend was and are so thankful to all! The entire staff of coordinators know how to handle any situation that you could possibly expect to go wrong and on top of that, they have solutions for issues you never would have thought would arise. I won't go into detail but..allergic reaction to starch in a shirt from none other than THE FATHER OF THE BRIDE. A situation that could have been catastrophic, and it was handled so professionally that I didn't even know it was happening! We are eternally grateful to the entire team. If you are looking for a place to get married, look absolutely no further than the Saybrook Point Inn.

credibly hard working and thorough staff!

.5 years in advance for your date. This is around when your planning with Saybrook Point Inn will begin! They have such an excellent staff, Sarah, Ellen and Valerie are there to help in every step of the process--no question is too small to ask them! Most of our family and friends stayed at the hotel as well which is very convenient and such a great way to make the weekend even more special. On the day of the wedding, Donna (banquet manager) was so beyond helpful, checking in on us hours before the ceremony, to make sure we were on track and feeling okay. Our ceremony was also at the Inn and it was so beautiful at their new ceremony location, Compass Rose. I would definitely recommend this spot if your ceremony is going to be outside there. The reception was just gorgeous and the food was unbelievable! We had so many wonderful compliments from our family and friends that ranged from the cocktail hour, the wonderfulness of each staff member, the beauty of the scenery both inside and outside, and the overall elegance of the entire night. This all would not have been possible without the staff of Saybrook Point Inn and their dedication to making our wedding day and night, one that we will remember forever! Thank you Saybrook Point Inn and I would recommend this venue for both ceremony and reception to anyone! Definitely put this venue on the top of your list or you will be sorry!!

ack up retirement plan though. Anyway, from the moment my husband and I stepped foot in the lobby, we knew we had found our venue. The beautiful decor, breathtaking views and intimate/warm feel were amazing. The staff was wonderful, helpful and extremely accommodating. John, Donna, Sara, Valerie and the rest of the staff made us feel like family from the beginning. They were such professionals and understood exactly what we were looking for on our special weekend. They were helpful, attentive, communicative and just all the words that mean wonderful. We also rented out the properties across the street (Tall Tales & Three Stories) which gave our wedding weekend a more homey and warm feeling. I would absolutely recommend Saybrook Point Inn (as well as Three Stories & Tall Tales) to everyone and anyone. They also decorate the lobby beautifully for all the seasons so it's really a great venue whatever time of the year you visit! Also, the food is really good!

erlooking a marina with a lighthouse in the backdrop in a quaint New England town. As for the reception, that too left nothing to be desired. The banquet room was elegant and the food was incredible. (I only wish I had a second to eat a bit more of it!)

ade us feel like we were all that mattered, they catered to our every need (and even sewed my fathers pants back together when they split, hehe). Everything went off without a hitch because of them! My husband and i were so pleased with them.

ff is just incredible, so helpful and kind. They want everyone who enters the building to have a great experience. We had our reception and cocktail hour outside, everything worked out perfect and looked beautiful. The reception room was also decorated so beautifully. It's a great size, too, everyone has enough room but the space feels so intimate. Oh, and of course, the food was amazing!

Ellen, and Donna were a dream to work with! They went above and beyond to ensure every tiny detail was taken care of. Because of their dedication to their work, our wedding day was perfect. Every staff member at SPI made sure our families were taken care of before, during, and after the event. If you want a worry-free, BEAUTIFUL venue to get married at, then Saybrook Point Inn and Spa is the place to be! My husband and I look forward to returning to SPI for each anniversary to relive the amazing time we had there on our wedding day! THANK YOU SPI!!

n we left. They handled everything soup to nuts flawlessly. Meg, one of the coordinators who stepped in to help us, was an absolute gem. Donna, our day of coordinator, was just awesome. She was by our side helping with everything, alongside Ruby, our dedicated server. Ruby was seriously AWESOME. He was all over it, making sure we had everything we needed at all times. The food was great, cocktail hour was just beautiful. We stayed at the Lighthouse Suite the night of our wedding which was worth every penny. Walking down the docks to our room at the end of the night was priceless and so special. All of our guests loved their rooms - it was great having the majority of people staying on site without having to worry about driving and being able to stay in such great, spacious accommodations. Breakfast the next morning was also great for everyone. I truly can't recommend SPI enough - I left the next day in tears thinking about how perfect our day was - it was worth every penny. Thank you again to everyone at SPI!

om the tour of the inn to the time after the wedding, SPI was always so welcoming and accommodating to all of my questions and requests. The staff was some of the most professionals I have ever met. Sara Sheiffele, the wedding coordinator at SPI, was the best! She was very experienced and hard working while being down-to-earth. She always answered my questions quickly, thoroughly, and honestly, which made my wedding planning experience relatively stress free. Donna, who oversaw the wedding day, was so warm and organized, which calmed my pre-wedding jitters. Joe, my wedding "butler", got me everything I wanted during the reception. My wedding guests complimented on how friendly and attentive the staff was at the reception. And they loved Rory the bartender. What made SPI stand out from other local venues was that it could be a one-stop shop if you wanted it to be. One could have the ceremony, reception, and the post -wedding breakfast, which I had all three. I got a room for the day to get ready, but SPI will give the married couple a room for the night of the wedding. The rooms were clean and spacious with spectacular views! Wedding guests got a discount for their stay, but they were also many local hotels/motels for guests on a budget. There was also Fresh Salt bar, which opened until one a.m., available for after dinner drinks! Food was freakin' fantastic! I had the beef tenderloin with the truffle au jus and it was the best piece of beef I've ever had! From the appetizers to the cake, guests thoroughly enjoyed their meals and were full! Jason and I had the opportunity to go to a tasting so we were able to sample their food before selecting the menu. SPI was not cheap, but you got so much more in service and quality than the other venues I had looked into. Since there was a discount per person during the mid-peak (November, December, April), we decided to have our wedding on November 8, 2014 instead of late September or early October. There was even a bigger discount for off-peak (January, February, March). At least with SPI, they were cut and dry about how much you pay and what you got. Never did they hit us with an unexpected fee. The contract was clear (unlike the wishy-washy one from the now defunct Jordan Caterers at Guilford Yacht Club) and pretty much the wedding package was an all-inclusive deal, which saved us money and time from bartering with different vendors. Most importantly, we were treated like royalty. Even though it has been a month since my wedding, I'm still getting compliments on the event, many coming from guests with very particular tastes! When people say that your SPI wedding was the best wedding ever, then it is recommended that you look into SPI for your next life celebration event! Thank you, SPI!

nd professional the entire SPI staff was, and it truly made our day special. During the entire day of the wedding we did not have to think about one thing when it came to the logistics, the entire staff took care of us and made it so we could actually enjoy ourselves and our guests. Sara was amazing from the first time we met her. She was very patient with all of our questions and was very responsive, especially in the coming weeks/days before the wedding. I couldn't have asked for anyone better to help plan our wedding! The day of, Donna really took care of us with all the details and was so friendly! She was even there the following day at our breakfast and took care of everything there. The location is great, the food is wonderful and the staff is amazing - I couldn't have asked for anything more from our venue! I highly, highly recommend them!

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ite one morning on a whim. Boy, were we thankful for that "whim"! We were warmly welcomed and accommodated by every staff member on site from the moment we walked through the door even before we made it official. The venue is family-owned so we experienced outstanding, personal service throughout our planning process. We never felt like "just another client". We specifically worked with Ken, Ellen, and Donna on the sales and banquet teams who were all absolutely marvelous. Ken was incredibly accommodating with our needs and made sure everything in our contract was clear, understood, and to our liking. Ellen took it from there and was with us every step of the way planning our special day. Always prompt to respond, she answered every question no matter how small and constantly offered solutions and enthusiasm for every idea and detail. Donna, our banquet manager, made sure the day-of went along without a hitch. We interacted with her occasionally throughout our 9-months of planning and she always greeted us with a hug and huge smile. I cannot say enough good things about the staff. As a former corporate event planner, I have worked with many planners but this team is top-notch, seasoned, and dedicated! They make you feel like you're planning your wedding with your friends, not hired professionals. Our wedding took place on a Friday in early October. We were fortunate to have beautiful weather that day so we had the ceremony on their back patio overlooking the marina. Cocktail hour followed also on the patio and the reception in the ballroom. We always had indoor backup locations for the ceremony and cocktail hour because the SPI only hosts one event at a time. We really liked this because we never felt like we were vying for the attention of the staff. The exact opposite actually! The staff checked-in with us even when we weren't reaching out to them to see how everything was going and how they could help. The day of the wedding could not have run any smoother. Everything from the complimentary shuttle that brought our guests from another local hotel to the SPI for the ceremony and reception, to the banquet team making sure the wedding party got plenty of food and drink during cocktail, and finally to Donna making sure we were able to enjoy our meals at the reception amidst greeting all our guests. As if they hadn't done enough, they even surprised us with champagne in our room and complimentary SPI glasses for us to take home at the end of the evening. And we must mention the food. Oh the food! We kept hearing about how great the food was from previous reviews. Well, let us just say - it's true! We attended a group tasting (think "attending a pretend wedding with all the venue's preferred vendors") and the food presented was good. We were happy with it but wouldn't give it it's own paragraph in our review. But on the day of the wedding, the food was INCREDIBLE. Our guests raved about each and every course and the service that went along with it. We truly cannot imagine having had our wedding anywhere else. The entire process was stress-free and fun! We cannot wait to go back to the SPI to celebrate our future anniversaries. It will always have a dear place in our heart.

at we were on the same page in terms of how to throw an elegant and memorable affair - and I was RIGHT. I'm so happy I chose an amazing venue like the SPI that knows what they are doing. They made everything so easy for a busy bride like me! The in-house wedding planning with Sara was perfect, she was responsive to my questions and accommodated the few special touches I wanted to add. Choosing my other vendors was also so easy with SPI's vendor recommendations - it became very obvious that it's a selective list and again made my life so much easier. The week of your wedding is chaos. Know that in advance. However, the staff at SPI handled it all in stride with me as I showed up with tons of boxes for decorations and specialty items. When the day came, they had everything set up perfectly - not a thing out of place. It was actually set up even better than I had pictures in my head. The day itself was fabulous. It's been a month now since our wedding, and I am STILL hearing from friends and family who were in attendance how much they loved the venue. People were just blown away by the food and the service provided by the staff. As well as the unmatched ocean front views and accommodations of course. The staff also helped me just be a bride and enjoy the day as much as possible. Right from when we arrived from the church to do photos, my husband and I were greeted with champagne and passed apps so we didn't miss all the good stuff happening at our cocktail hour. Little did I know it at the time, but that fabulous gentleman would become our "keeper" for the rest of the night (which I say incredibly fondly!). He checked in with us constantly, made sure we ate food, visited tables, danced, etc. Between him, the event manager Donna, and the vendors I had chosen, they orchestrated the most well-run large event I've ever been a part of. I wanted an upscale and classy but fun wedding and SPI was the perfect place to make it happen. I would have my wedding there again in a heartbeat! Do yourselves good ladies, check out the Saybrook Point Inn!

Ashley & David

rvice of our special day for weeks. Even though we had torrential downpours on our wedding day (on the 4th of July), you never would have known from the photos given the amount of love that was felt by all! It truly was the most amazing day of our lives and we could not have been happier with everything! The service was amazing and we truly felt valued on our day and not "just another couple getting married." Thank you Saybrook Point Inn!

d beyond to ensure that your wedding day is the perfect day that you have always dreamed of! We fell in love with Saybrook Point Inn during our initial tour and knew this is where we wanted to get married. The tasting and vendor night only reinforced all of our reasons for choosing Saybrook Point Inn. This is a fun evening where all couples from upcoming weddings get together for a faux wedding with a sit-down dinner to try some of the popular dishes and meet a variety of different vendors. What’s not to love with the beautiful water views and gorgeous ballroom though! On the day of our wedding the service was outstanding, the food was delicious, and the venue was beautiful. We worked with Sara for planning our wedding and she was amazing. I’m not sure how she keeps it all straight, but I never had a worry on my wedding day or throughout the entire planning process. From Sara, Ellen, Donna, Joe and everyone in between, the team here is the best and made the day as memorable as it was. In addition, we just recently returned for our first wedding anniversary. Everyone at the Inn remembered who we were and treated us just as special as they did on our wedding day! I can completely understand why this venue continues to win The Knot “Best of Weddings” award, they will always deserve it!

everything perfect... and in fact, our wedding was just that... A+++! It began last fall with a chance visit looking for our wedding reception site. We fell in love with SPI from the minute we arrived and knew this was where we had to have our wedding reception! While walking around, we were greeted by superstar Dean. He gave us a memorable tour and assured us that it would be the reception of a lifetime! Later we met up with wedding planner extraordinaire Sara who took charge of all of our arrangements. She was professional, knowledgeable and could not have been nicer…..even when we sent hundreds of emails!! Wedding planner Ellen did a terrific job when Sara was on maternity leave and they worked together seamlessly. They also helped with numerous other things like referring hair stylist April Murallo who went right to the bridal suite and did an amazing job! They set us up for quite a day! The day started with the perfect wedding at St. John’s church along with Father Greg and the music of renowned musical director Tim Stella. As we came out of church to head over to the Saybrook Point Inn, we were greeted by the first of two rainbows of the day (sent from heaven!) and the Westbrook Junior Colonials Fife and Drum Corp. We stepped off the Jolly Red Trolley to a glass of champagne and the beginning of our dream evening. Cocktail hour on the patio above the docks was unbelievable. The hor d’oeuvre displays, including specially requested watermelon carvings were out of this world. We also had the Caribbean Vibe steel drum band playing and that along with the second rainbow made that an enchanting experience. Then it was into the main event….Our reception was excellent beyond words thanks that night to Donna and Joe and all the staff. Donna, Donna...we can’t thank you enough for all of the countless things you did (most that we would have never thought of) including sitting on the floor getting a stain out of my dress and bustling it 3 times! Joe anticipated our every need and all of the staff was top notch. The food and ambiance was exceptional and our guests are still raving about the entire experience. We had several special requests and Sara, Donna, the Chef and entire staff, made them all happen. The chocolate devastation cake from one of their recommended bakeries, Pastry Fusion, was to die for. Many recommended The Cartel’s for our band and that was the perfect choice for us. Karen and the whole orchestra had the whole evening choreographed flawlessly and they worked seamlessly with SPI. The dance floor was always full and an awesome time was had my all! We also loved the history and beauty of the entire Inn and especially the guest rooms which were elegant, spacious and luxurious (fireplaces). We know some of our guests have already returned! We stayed on for a few days and were treated like royalty. All staff were special, every restaurant visit was great, the Spa was absolutely wonderful...the experience was magnificent! We highly recommend Saybrook Point Inn to anyone looking for the perfect place for a wedding venue. Thanks to all involved for being a part of our wedding. Dean was so right…it was a fairy tale time of our lives.

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ing, as was the reception ballroom. We cannot say enough about the staff at The Inn. Donna and Sara went above and beyond what we could have imagined and made our wedding day and the planning process perfect and easy. The two of them were an absolute delight to work with. The day of our wedding we also had Joe and Dean working with us and they were so helpful as well. We received many compliments about the venue, food and staff and we are still getting compliments over a month later. Saybrook Point Inn truly made our dream wedding possible. I highly recommend them.

aging. She was our primary consultant throughout the entire planning process and always had a very quick response time. When I hit my "Bridal Wall," she was reassuring. Sara gave her all and you could see that she genuinely enjoyed it! Donna was her right-hand woman! She radioed for seltzer when my dress got a stain on it. She and Sara were diligent and undeniably dedicated the entire process, all of the way through the wedding. I was a DIY bride and I went all-out with mason jars! They served as favors, containers, vases, and candle holders so there were probably 19 cases (give or take!). The staff was so accommodating and made me feel like I wasn't the "Crazy Mason Jar Bride." Ed, Bernard, and Francois helped us unload and load (and unload and load!) everything and were just so friendly and helpful. Scott and Brandon at the front-desk were always polite and great with all of our guests. Dean was just amazing to me and my husband, as well as our bridal party. The food was superb. We received so many compliments on everything, from hors d'oeuvres to the appetizer (the ravioli is to die for!) to the entrees. We did buffet-style, and the food was anything but! Nothing was dry or chewy or drenched in sauce. It was all perfectly cooked, presented, and served. I know this is a very long review, and awesome if you have decided to read the whole thing! We loved it there so much that we made a long weekend of it! We were married on a Friday and stayed the Thursday night before until the Monday after! This is the place to have your dream wedding! There just are not enough words to express how dynamic everything truly was! We plan on returning for our anniversary every year and look forward to doing so!

ccomodating. She worked with me on every detail to make sure that it suited my needs. Donna, the banquet manager, was fabulous for the night of the wedding. She made sure that every detail Sara and I discussed was executed perfectly. Joe, my attendant, was by my side the entire night making sure that I was taken care of and everywhere I needed to be. Rubson, a waiter, was also attentive and responsive to the needs of my guests. The food was fantastic. All of my guests commented about how beautiful the venue was and how delicious the food was as well. The one negative was that we upgraded to a pasta bar during the cocktail hour, but it was set up in a corner and after the wedding a number of guest said they didn't even know/see a pasta bar, including my mother who knew that we had got one. Other than that, it was perfect and I would highly recommend this venue. It is a beautiful and tranquil setting and the people that work there are kind, accomdating and attentive to the bride, the groom and their guests.

! Dean pulled me aside to make sure I ate and my dress was bustled. Donna carried my shoes and purse and accommodated me all night long. I am truly grateful for the staff. The service and food were excellent, the honeymoon suite was gorgeous! I would gladly recommend this place to anyone and I would love to visit every year on our anniversary! The scenery is breathtaking also. An absolutely perfect wedding! Well worth every penny.

sive to my special requests and needs and made my planning all the easier.

s quaint waterfront location is an absolute dream come true! Everything about the inn exudes elegance from the beautiful grounds, the gorgeous foyer, fresh seafood menus, top-knotch spa treatments and old-world-feeling of the oversized, luxurious rooms. It is unlike any hotel or inn out there. You have to go and see it to understand! Sara S. worked and partnered with us from day one, catering to our every need and request with lots of phone calls and email communication. She is extremely knowledgeable and responsive, so it made each step of planning that much easier. She saw too it that the menu was done exactly the way we envisioned, and even secured a private tasting for us. (The inn usually does group tastings). On the day of the wedding she surprised us both by putting us up in most gorgeous Chester Suite - it's like an apartment! This was an upgrade to the inn's standard free night stay for the bride and groom. It was an extremely thoughtful measure! Just in case you’re wondering though - there is honestly no bad room in this place! They are a little pricey in terms of rates, but you are getting luxury, comfort and views that are truly unparalleled! We encouraged our guests to stay at the inn to get the full experience! The rooms have the feeling of a mansion - think marble floors, fireplaces and light blue damask bedding! The day of our wedding went off without a hitch. Sara's dream team was there to pull off each segment seamlessly. Everything was smoothly coordinated and setup just the way we had wanted, from the guest sign-in table, to the candy bar and special menu requests we had made. I remember feeling scattered after my hair got completely windblown during our "first look" photos, but the event banquet girls were up in my rooms with walky-talkies communicating to the team downstairs to delay the ceremony and inform my groom I was running late. Then after the ceremony they put together the ridiculously intricate French bustle on the train of my gown and brought us our own tray of food and champagne, so we wouldn't miss a single aspect of our night. I can keep going, but you get the idea! This place has all the right stuff and more importantly, people to help you create a 5 star wedding from start to finish. Highly recommend the Saybrook Point Inn for an unforgettable experience! PS...they are currently building more suites just down the road. The place is really expanding and growing for all of the future brides looking for the latest and greatest!

talk to them. I cannot thank them enough for all their hard work and dedication.

r wedding, we attended their tasting. We assumed we would be there with our coordinator to sample a few things on the menu. To our surprise, we were in attendance with a number of other couples. It was like a mock wedding. They had many cake vendors to choose from, wait staff serving appetizers and entrees and the girls from the spa doing a makeup trial for the brides. We were so impressed and knew our day would be perfect! Our wedding coordinator was Sara Sheiffele, who was truly the best! She returned our calls and emails extremely fast and did a fabulous job handling all the requests we had. Donna Michaud was also a part of our big day and coordinated our entire night along with Sara. There wasn’t a detail that was missed and not a single thing that went wrong that day. The wait staff was exceptional and we can’t say enough about the food! Our guests couldn’t get over how delicious everything was. Saybrook Point Inn also has a spa on-site, which makes it very easy for brides to have both their hair and makeup done without worrying about appointment times or travel. Tara Raschello did my makeup for my wedding day and I couldn’t believe how beautiful it turned out. I normally don’t wear face makeup and was so pleased with how natural and flawless it looked. April Murallo was my stylist in my bridal suite and did an amazing job with my hair. We highly recommend Saybrook Point Inn to anyone looking for the perfect place for a wedding venue. Thank you to all for being a part of our wedding day! It was a dream come true!

genuinely happy! We had nothing to worry about... ever!! The food is exquisite, the scenery is heavenly and our guests had a ball. They treated us and our guests like royalty all night... there is nothing negative to say about Saybrook Point Inn!

so easy and carefree. I didn't have to worry about at thing the day of my wedding and the staff made sure my day was amazing. I have to give a shout of to on of the servers Dean who made sure on my wedding night my husband and I were 100% taken care of, my drink was never empty. The food at Saybrook is beyong wonderful. I could go on forever about how highly i recommend Saybrook for a wedding.

ed about it and the ambiance on a cold, white, wintry, day with the fireplace lit made for such a welcoming comfortable atmosphere.

e staff took care of us...made us feel truly special...and made sure everything was seamless. We couldn't have dreamed a better wedding. I think it is rare for someone to say they wouldn't change a thing about their wedding...WE WOULDN'T CHANGE A THING! As if it wasn't enough that we were so pleased...every guest is still talking about their "favorite wedding!" Thank you, Saybrook Point Inn, for making our wedding truly unforgettable. We can't wait to come back for our anniversary!

They are truly top of the line and solve any problems you have before you even know you have them! They treated my bridal party like royalty, and included so many nice touches. Our guests were thrilled with the experience. Could not recommend more strongly, and will refer all my friends and family to this wonderful spot!

edding consultant for the event was extremely accommodating and very helpful in assisting us with our vendor selection on order to make it the perfect wedding for us. The wait staff at the reception were very attentive and the food was excellent. We heard from many of our guests it was "The Best Wedding" they have ever been to and they could not get over how attentive the waiters and waitresses were. We could not have been more happier with our choice. Aside from the beautiful location, the Inn has everything you need right there and the town is so quaint it is the prefect spot for a wedding. Everyone at the Inn could not have been nicer and more accommodating from helping us find a dog sitter to helping me bustle my dress. It was truly a first class affair and I can honestly say it was a perfect day and I can not think of anything that went wrong or that I would have changed. I would absolutely recommend to anyone to have their wedding here it was truly a memorable and perfect day.

night cleared up, they opened up the outside patio and fire pit for us. We were actually able to enjoy our evening because they are such pros at what they do. They treated us like royalty by sending some one with apps as we took photos, made sure we got to eat, and were amazing to all our guests as well. Joe, the wedding helper, knew what we needed before we knew we needed it. The night was everything we could have hoped for and more, even in the rain! I had no worried through the whole process with their help. They truly take the stress out of planning and they don't miss a single detail.

r guests arrived a little early to cocktail hour and they were completely accommodating and opened up the bar immediately. The weather was a little iffy but they let us stay outside which is exactly what I wanted. I remember going thru the buffet line and one of the banquet managers held my plate for me and I just pointed to what I wanted to eat! Now that's service!! Throughout the whole day they provided guidance and told us exactly what was going to happen, but not in an obtrusive way at all. All the staff was so friendly and we really enjoyed our room that night. Everything had been taken care of for us, really the whole thing went off without a hitch!

Specifically Ellen and Donna took care of every detail. I did not have to worry about anything! The food is delicious. Our guests continue to tell us how much they enjoyed the wedding. I would highly recommend The Saybrook Point Inn. My husband and I love the water. The Inn offers great rooms with beautiful views of the shore. Our suite was immaculate. The Inn is modern, with elegant charm. 5 stars +++ outstanding!

an. The people who work there are great at what they do and just awesome people. The night was perfect and unforgettable. Everyone is still talking about it. The food is to die for. This is one of the best places in the Northeast to get married. P.S. I recommend getting your makeup down there for any special occasion because it comes out flawless :)

e got married outside and it was breathtaking with the water and sunset in the background! The cocktail hour and reception were set up exactly as I had wanted them and looked beautiful! We got raved reviews from every single guest on all aspects of the wedding! I would absolutely recommend people to use Saybrook Point Inn for their wedding!

that Joe and Donna put my mind at ease when it came time for the Ceremony! Joe was my "bridal security" as I like to say and escorted me to the ceremony with ease. The banquet manager Donna was absolutely fantastic, keeping everyone in line and on time! Sara helped to coordinate and make sure everything went off without a hitch. The lobby and reception looked exactly as I had wanted it! And during the reception, Joe and the staff were so attentive to myself, my groom, and my entire bridal party! They brought us drinks and appetizers while we took pictures, Donna helped bustle my dress, and they made sure I had anything I wanted to drink or eat! Everyone couldn't stop talking about how accommodating and nice they were! I can't say enough about the quality and professionalism of the staff. And of course the venue was gorgeous (yacht club-esque) - right on the marina so the pictures were great, and even though it was a little misty and we had to do the cocktails inside, it was exactly what I wanted! The food was also amazing! Nothing bad to say about that. I would say the only disappointment was it not being longer!

eren't stressed out by any details. The service and professionalism of the catering and banquet team is unmatched. They were attentive to our every need and went above and beyond our expectations. We are so happy that we chose the Syabrook Point Inn! Highly recommend!

one that we visited. I loved how the setting was right on the water, and there was only one wedding at a time. To me, that made the most difference. During the big day, the staff was so attentive that I didn’t have to worry about a thing! They made sure we ate, bustled my dress (which my MOH was super happy that she didn't have to do it...) and brought all the gifts up to our room at the end of the night. The room my husband and I stayed in that night was just beautiful, and it was nice that we just had to go upstairs. After the wedding, I had an outpour of complements from friends and family. People were RAVING about the food, and others were so happy about the attention they received with dietary needs. They went out of their way to make every guest (all 190 of them) happy! Since my wedding, my husband and I have been back twice to eat at their restaurant Fresh Salt, and we already plan on spending our anniversary there!

our wedding arrangements with Liz, but sadly she left before our wedding day. Sara was a fabulous replacement and we absolutely enjoyed working with her every step of the way. We couldn't have imagined or asked for a more beautiful wedding day. We enjoyed every second and our guests cannot stop talking about how delicious the food was, how beautiful the room looked and how comfortable and beautiful their guest rooms were! Thank you so much for giving us such an unforgettable wedding day!!

month, the guests still talk about the food. I've been to tons of wedding venues and no other one has even compared. Between the location, food and staff it's one of the best.

hors d'oeuvre and the manicotti appetizer. It was also so nice to have 'one stop shopping' such as having the cake included in the package and the ceremony also on site. Convenient to have a spa and makeup on site too! Beautiful day, beautiful place, and all with the help of the folks at the Inn.

nd in fact, our wedding was just that... PERFECT! The setting is picturesque, the food is superb, and the staff is amazing. Family members have already returned to Saybrook Point Inn due the phenomenal time they had at our wedding! We look forward to visiting Saybrook Point Inn for years to come and will always cherish the memories of our time there.

service which became immediately obvious to us. As an event planner myself, I knew this was the place for us and felt comfortable leaving the details in their hands. We had the pleasure of planning our wedding with Liz and executing with Sara and Donna - a flawless transition. My husband and I were married October 28, 2011 and it was a perfect day. We could not have found a better venue and group of people to work.

nd that my husband and I were always taken care of.... Great place and a great value!

iew and location were breath taking and every single waiter, host, bellhop, front desk worker... made our wedding weekend flawless! It's expensive- but at the end of the day, it was worth every penny!

ackage was gorgeous and provided a perfect spot for me and my bridesmaids to get dressed and to have our visiting hairdresser work on all of our hair-dos. The wedding planner and the banquet manager were ever-present, making sure everything went smoothly and keeping us on schedule. Plus, the newly renovated ballroom was so modern and beautiful that we hardly needed to decorate the space. I wouldn't have changed a thing, and I cannot recommend the Inn highly enough for their amazing customer service, the incredible value for the price, and the fabulous quality of the venue.