The 1774 Inn

mily and this venue was absolutely amazing. Maryanne made sure both the planning and execution for the three days we spent at the Inn were seamless; she made us feel right at home to an extent I would not have even imagined. The charming and comfortable rooms accommodated all of us beautifully; the hospitality and warmth displayed throughout our stay harmonized with the stunning beauty of the setting. Maryanne also served as the officiant for the wedding ceremony. She did a superb job! I would rate it at an 11 out of 10 and we couldn’t have been happier She masterfully incorporated what she had learned from her preparation time with a couple into the ceremony. We were delighted with everything about the 1774 Inn and we are interested in additional opportunities to return .

t thing that we noticed about the Inn is the obvious, the setting is beautiful, and the vibe is wonderfully calming. We came to realize so much more about the Inn during the following two years we spent planning our wedding. The owners are incredibly kind and down to earth. Throughout our entire experience Sarah and Stuart (the owners) kept working on the Inn, creating the Hayloft suite and retouching many of the rooms at the Inn with their unique sense of style and quality. Our experience in planning the wedding and working with the Inn could not have been better. Marianne and the owners have extensive experience with vendors in the area and were an instrumental resource for us as we chose our perfect vendor team. The 1774 Inn was our first decision in planning our wedding and we could not have chosen a more wonderful group of people to work with. That became very evident on our wedding day. It was perfect. We got to experience Kindness Day in Bath, fireworks on the beach at Popham that happily coincided with our rehearsal dinner, Sarah’s delicious breakfast on the morning of our wedding, and a wonderful familial atmosphere at the Inn in the days leading up to our wedding. A wedding at the 1774 Inn has all the wonderful photographic and experiential benefits of a destination wedding as well as the feel of a backyard wedding with family you haven’t seen for a long time and can’t wait to catch up with. We loved every second of our stay and highly recommend making use of the outdoor firepit, Popham beach and the surrounding Bath area, as well as the ability to spend the morning after the wedding at the 1774 Inn. We were initially planning on leaving our wedding on our wedding night but were convinced to stay the night at the Inn and have breakfast with our wedding party and family members on Sunday morning. It was the perfect decision for us and is a wonderfully insightful benefit of the 1774 Inn. We truly cannot say a single bad thing about the Inn, and the people that work there. As a result of some unforeseen circumstances, we had to adjust the schedule of our wedding day slightly and make some other changes. Everyone at the Inn was super helpful, supportive, flexible, and put us at ease throughout the day. Everybody always says their wedding day was the best day ever. Ours truly was, and the people who made it possible at the 1774 Inn are people we will not only be forever grateful too, but they are also people we will think of from now on as close friends. You will not find this combination of scenic beauty, wonderful people, and historic awe anywhere else. We could not be happier with everything about our wedding experience with the 1774 Inn. -Marcus & Kim

which we said our vows, to the charming hay barn where we had our reception, and even down to the lovely handmade farm tables they provided for our dinner. Marianne, Stuart, and Sarah were great to work with - they were warm, friendly, and there to guide us throughout the wedding planning process. Our entire wedding party was able to stay at the inn during our wedding weekend, and it was so nice to be surrounded by our family and friends during that time. We are so happy and grateful to have had our wedding at the 1774 Inn, and we couldn't have asked for a better venue or a better team to work with!

were always easy to reach and provided advice and alternatives whenever necessary. We were fortunate enough to get perfect weather for the entire weekend and the grounds were stunning. Highly recommend this venue!

sion a reality. We were originally struck by their kindness and warmth, and this feeling stayed with us throughout our wedding planning process. Our wedding weekend at 1774 Inn was magical. Having the manor house to ourselves with our closest family members, eating local yogurt with fresh Maine blueberries for breakfast alongside homemade granola, sitting out on the lawn drinking beer overlooking the water, and having smores by the fire the night before we left were all part of the 1774 Inn experience. The wedding itself was absolutely beautiful, and even our pickiest friends and family members asked "How did you find this place?". Sarah, Stuart, and Marianne worked with us every step of the way to make sure that we could have an outdoor dance floor, we could have a firepit, and we could use an arch made by my grandfather. I cannot recommend the 1774 Inn highly enough for an absolutely perfect Maine wedding.

cial to have our closest people together for the entirety of our wedding weekend. I'd recommend that couples plan to extend their stay on either side to really enjoy all the inn has to offer. We all were able to relax throughout the weekend which was incredible. Sarah, Stuart, and Marianne are lovely hosts. Their recommendations of vendors helped make our wedding the small business, local, Maine vibes event we were going for. There were some unforeseen glitches that came up (e.g. tropical storm) but all were attended to immediately and with thought and care. We plan to return for a future vacation. I'd recommend the 1774 to all couples looking for a unique, beautiful, down to earth wedding.

usly care for it are all superb. YOU HAVE TO GO SEE THIS PLACE! We utilized the Inn as as more of a VRBO rental for the weekend and it was perfect. Having our families and bridal party under one roof was so much fun and made for less stress. We all got to spend so much more time together than we would have otherwise! And it was actually relaxing!! (imagine that, a bride relaxed on her wedding day!) We utilized the Inn's ceremony location, the barn and tent area for our 75 person wedding. You cannot beat the view of this place, it is really unbelievable. I don't think there is another venue that you get coastal AND rustic vibes (plus a barn!) all in one spot. The rentals offered by then Inn were so cool and well done. We used a lot of them as they incorporated wood from the refresh of the barn which we thought was so unique. The barn has beautiful new bathrooms as well so no need to rent those! Our whole experience with the Inn was fantastic especially with the owners, Sarah and Stuart, and their coordinator Marianne. They are such lovely and genuine people. You will want be forever friends with them!

or, modern amenities and impeccable taste. Don’t be fooled by the outdated pictures on google, book a tour and see it for yourself. The 1774 is an utterly magical place to get married: rolling lawns, waterfront views, historic architecture, updated reception barn, private dock, it just has it ALL. The inn sleeps 16+ so there is space for the entire wedding party to stay on site and you have privacy of the entire property to yourself. Also for the dog lovers: your dog is not only allowed to attend your wedding (off leash) but s/he can stay in the Inn as well: there is one guest room that allows dogs. Every morning you will be served the most incredible breakfast you have ever had. Owned and operated by a husband/wife team, one is a sommelier and the other is a French trained chef. That breakfast is insane. AND on top of that, it’s a fully operating Inn. Which means my husband and I know exactly where to celebrate our anniversary each year. Brides: If a date is open at the 1774, BOOK IT because it won’t be available for long.

appointed Inn itself (incredible breakfasts await), a ceremony spot with a stunning outlook over the Kennebec River, sweeping grounds and the charming barn for dancing. For guests, there are plenty of fun adventures in the area. Sarah and Stuart are warm-hearted and always there to help you and your guests feel at home. The wedding of our dreams became a reality here. You will always be able to return to relive the special day of your life and create new memories!

nd the whole weekend was a dream come true. There are so many wonderful things about this venue but I think the best part is having the whole inn for you and your family/wedding party for the entire weekend. 16 people can stay in 8 rooms Friday – Sunday so we really felt comfortable and relaxed for the best weekend of our lives! Jackie is wonderful to work with… she made the whole planning process a breeze and was very prompt answering any and all questions we had by email and phone. Another great thing about this venue is there is so much flexibility to create the wedding you’ve been dreaming of…. Jackie told me every wedding she’s had there has been different and I can see why. You bring your ideas and personal touch to the venue and make it the day and the weekend you’ve been dreaming of. I loved having so much flexibility and watching my visions turn into reality. I could really go on and on about the wonderful features of this venue but in the meantime you should just call Jackie and see the inn for yourself! It truly is a special place and the perfect spot for a wedding in Maine! ***AND as far as the bottom line goes this venue is an incredible value … you have a gorgeous waterfront site from Friday – Sunday, a two night stay for you, your partner and 14 guests in a charming and very beautiful inn, and a yummy breakfast Saturday & Sunday morning for much less than many other waterfront venues charge for a 5 hour rental. More importantly you’ll have the most wonderful, relaxed and beautiful venue for your weekend wedding you’ll never forget!

inator for our wedding day. She helped serve the breakfast in the morning (which were DELICIOUS!) as well as all the running around, greeting vendors, etc all so I didn't have to worry about a thing! The Inn and the view were both breathtaking. The 1774 Inn was the first and only venue we checked out and I couldn't stop thinking of it. I just couldn't stop smiling. There is so much character and something about the house as well as John and Jackie just makes you feel so calm and at ease. We had our ceremony and reception both at the Inn and it was a perfect day. Jackie took care of the tent, chair, and dance floor rentals. This helped us immensely! Jackie is an amazing cook! There was fresh fruit, banana bread, juices, bagels, yogurt and granola laid out each morning. She made a phenomenal blueberry cream cheese french toast casserole topped with a blueberry sauce and I wish I could have eaten the entire batch! We had everyone in our bridal party raving about the breakfast and the Inn atmosphere. We also had a ton of wedding guests rave about the view and how gorgeous the grounds and location was! We definitely recommend the 1774 Inn to anyone looking for a wedding venue or just a cute little Bed and Breakfast in the Phippsburg area. You will not be disappointed!

d home during the wedding weekend. John and Jackie were easy to work with and always quick to answer our questions. We met with many vendors before deciding on a location and chose the 1774 because of how kind Jackie was during our initial tour. When rain was predicted for our wedding day, John helped us secure a tent a week before the wedding so we could rearrange our reception. We hosted our ceremony and cocktail hour in the barn over looking the water and it was a beautiful. The 1774 Inn is extremely clean and a comfortable place to stay. Breakfast in the morning is delicious. Our wedding party couldn't stop raving how great the food at the Inn was! Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway or a place to get married, book the 1774 Inn. You will not be disappointed!