The Inn at Longshore

Fairfield County Connecticut Shoreline awaits you.

Westport, CT

$20,000 starting price

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251 to 300 guests

Holds ceremonies and receptions

AWARD WINNER (3X)

Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot

Welcome! We are truly looking forward to hosting your wedding and event! THE INN AT LONGSHORE IS BOOKING EVENTS IN 2025! Due to an elevator issue, Greenwich Hospitality is pleased to announce that we will be hosting events from mid-April 2025 to mid-October 2025. STAY TUNED FOR ALL 2026 INFORMATION...we will have complete renovation renderings, pricing, and a new updated timeline in April 2025! The Inn at Longshore is located in Westport, CT, on the idyllic Gold Coast. It is the sole waterfront event space in Westport, Connecticut, only one hour outside of New York City. The Inn faces the Long Island Sound and offers incredible views of the picturesque Connecticut shoreline. What You'll Love About The Inn at Longshore Couples who celebrate their wedding day at this venue rave about the event coordinators, who go above and beyond to ensure every special day is a complete success. Additionally, they are blown away by the culinary team, whose dishes have guests talking for weeks after the wedding. Check out the Reviews section to learn more about this gorgeous property.

+35 years in business

Speaks English, Spanish, French

30 team members

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Couples usually spend $40,000

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Amenities

Ceremony Area

Covered Outdoors Space

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Liability Insurance

On-Site Accommodations

Outdoor Event Space

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Ceremony Types

Civil Union

Commitment Ceremony

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Guest Capacity

Up to 300

Settings

Ballroom

Beach

Waterfront

Country Club

Estate

Garden

Historic Venue

Hotel

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks

Cakes & Desserts

Other Desserts

Destination Weddings

Food & Catering

Planning

Rentals & Equipment

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4.9

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220 reviews

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The reviews for The Inn at Longshore unanimously praise the venue for its beautiful setting, delicious food, and exceptional staff, particularly highlighting coordinators like Brian, Laina, Kristen, and Laina Mills. Reviewers consistently mention seamless planning experiences, attentive service from the staff, and stunning views. Guests laud the staff for their professionalism, helpfulness, and attention to detail, with special mentions of the exceptional catering and overall outstanding wedding experiences.

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Michelle W

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11/27/2024

We got married at The Inn at Longshore in October and it truly was the most perfect day! The venue was so beautiful, the food was amazing, and all of the Longshore staff were incredible and so accommodating! Our coordinator Brian was wonderful to work with and went above and beyond to make our day special. Leading up to the day he was very helpful and responsive over email and on calls, answering our many questions and making sure he had all the details for our day. He made sure our day went smoothly, carrying out all the details and even bringing us food and drinks throughout the night. Our guests had such a wonderful time and we received so many compliments about the venue, the food, and the staff. The Inn at Longshore was the perfect place for us to get married and we cannot thank Brian and the entire Longshore team enough for making our day so special!

Audra R

11/16/2024

The venue is absolutely beautiful. It allows enough space where nobody feels crowded. I loved that it had an upper level which added to that spacious feel. The food was so good and flavorful!! Brian was an excellent event planner. He kept checking in with us and brining us water throughout the night.

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Amanda G

10/22/2024

Cannot recommend Inn at Longshore more!!! Everything was absolutely perfect. We received endless compliments about the beauty of the location and the food! Brian helped us from start to finish and made the entire process so smooth and stress free. The rest of the staff at Longshore were also absolutely amazing and could not have been nicer or more helpful.

Jess T

10/07/2024

We cannot recommend the Inn at Longshore enough. Laina was absolutely incredible and made our wedding day so smooth and enjoyable. Leading up to our wedding day Laina was always available to help us with any questions or requests that came up. We didn't have to worry about anything day-of and were able to just enjoy ourselves and be in the moment. Laina took care of absolutely everything for us and did an incredible job when coordinating all of the food with my gluten allergy, which was so extremely appreciated. Laina and the rest of the Longshore staff were also amazing at accommodating guests and making sure that everyone was taken care of and the service was amazing. We truly had the best day of our lives and cannot thank Laina and the rest of the Longshore staff for everything they did to make our day so incredible!

Anna C

9/16/2024

Having our wedding at the Inn at Longshore was the best decision we could have made in the wedding process. The staff is extremely organized and professional, the food is outstanding, and the view is to die for. Laina was a dream as a day-of coordinator - she truly went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed (and more), and made what can feel like an overwhelming process so easy and fun. With such a warm demeanor and dedication to her couples, you feel like you are her main priority, despite the many events she is skillfully planning at once. She and the entire staff made us feel so special and taken care of. A huge shoutout also to Takeya, who helped ensure our guests were comfortable and kept everything running SO smoothly. Longshore will always be incredibly special to us, and I'm excited for any other couples who get to start their lives in this exceptional place!

stefanie c

9/04/2024

We had our daughter's wedding this past weekend at the Inn at Longshore. .. What a beautiful and joyous event in the most serene and inviting setting. Laina and Takeya were absolutely amazing. .. I really don't have the words to express the amount of gratitude I have for both of them for helping to make our daughter's wedding day so so special. From start to finish, paying attention to all the details both big and small, they took such good care of us. The food was excellent! The wait and inn staff were extremely accommodating, professional and kind. Laina and Takeya set the tone for the day before and the day of the wedding with a calm and attentive manner and we cannot thank them enough. If you choose to have your wedding at The Inn At Longshore, you will not be disappointed. We're sad it's over but so happy it happened at Longshore !!

Sarah G

8/05/2024

Laina is rockstar! Our wedding was on 7/21/24 and Laina was a spectacular coordinator. Between Laina and Christine all of our questions were answered and wedding requests met! Laina is a self-starter, detail-oriented, and brings enthusiasm to the wedding planning process (she is the best). The entire staff was amazing and accommodating from the initial tasting until the end of our wedding. We would highly recommend working with the folks at The Inn at Longshore.

Maria B

8/02/2024

I was married at Longshore this past May and am so grateful that we chose it for our wedding reception. The venue itself is beautiful - the water view from the lawn is stunning and the room itself is much more spacious and bright than a traditional ballroom. The true cherry on top was how wonderful our wedding coordinator, Laina, was. Throughout the planning process, Laina was incredibly kind and supportive - she gave us honest input whenever we asked for it, while also empowering us to make our own decisions. On the wedding day itself, she continually checked in with us to ensure we were feeling good (but not at all in an intrusive way) and put us so much at ease thanks to her warm disposition - whether bringing us a plate of apps, helping to bustle my dress, or guiding us to our room at the end of the night, she had such a positive impact on our marriage celebration experience. We and several of our family/friends stayed at Longshore the night of the wedding, which was also a great experience - we appreciated being able to continue the celebration with them over coffee and breakfast in the lobby the next morning, which was lovely. I just wish we could do it all over again!

Sarah K

7/31/2024

We had the most perfect wedding reception at the Inn at Longshore! Laina was the best day of coordinator, who was communicative, thoughtful, kind, responsive, and so fun! We couldn't have imagined a more beautiful and perfect wedding reception at the Inn at Longshore, and so much of that is thanks to the amazing team and Laina!

Jane W

7/20/2024

We had the most perfect wedding at Longshore! The food was outstanding, the staff were organized and lots of fun and all of our guests were blown away by the beautiful scenery. Brian, our coordinator, made us smile and laugh throughout the entire experience. He was so organized and we did not have to worry about anything but having fun. We are incredibly grateful to have had our wedding at Longshore.

Ryan H

7/16/2024

We got married here this past June and everything went off without a hitch. Our Event Coordinator Laina was there for us at any time since the day we met her. Her and her staff went above and beyond the day of to make the day perfect. Beautiful venue and excellent venue list provided to ease our needs.

Victoria S

7/11/2024

We got married at The Inn at Longshore 3 weeks ago and it was the most incredible experience. Everything went seamlessly. All of the staff are incredibly professional and attentive to detail. Laina, our Day of Coordinator, went above and beyond for us and we could not have been luckier to work with her. We have been to weddings at many different venues in the area and none of them even compare to Longshore. If you are thinking of booking here, my recommendation is definitely do it! Worth every penny!

Molly D

6/26/2024

I got married this past May and I can't even begin to express how much my husband and I loved getting married at the Longshore. To start, the venue is absolutely stunning and the grounds are so well-kept. Hosting your cocktail hour on the back lawn with a view of the water is unmatched. The reception space is beautiful and clean looking so you can pretty much decorate it however you want and it turns out amazing. The food is incredible - from the passed apps, to the dinner and dessert, everything was delicious. Most importantly, the service is top tier. The staff at the Longshore is so attentive to your every need and works very closely with you during the wedding planning process. You feel so supported and can really trust them. When you get married at the Longshore, you feel like you are the most special bride. Our coordinator, Laina, was an absolute gem and seriously the most pleasant person to work with. She was SO accommodating to every request we had, was always timely in correspondence and made our wedding day stress-free. I didn't worry about a thing on the day of because she handled everything. She truly makes magic happen! If we had to do it again, we would pick the Longshore 100 times over. It was always be a special place to us!

Christina L

5/07/2024

Our daughter's wedding at the Inn at Longshore was a dream! We were married there ourselves 44 years ago, so it was a delight to be back. From start of the planning through the end of the night, our coordinator, Laina, was absolutely fantastic. She was beyond attentive to our needs and exceptionally caring and kind to us as well as to our guests. We had numerous guests remark on how wonderfully the staff treated them, and we couldn't have been happier with the service. The food was great, and the entire reception flowed seamlessly, thanks to Laina's professionalism and experience. Our family had a wonderful overnight stay too, which topped off the experience beautifully. I cannot recommend the Inn more highly.

Jennifer S

4/06/2024

We had the most amazing wedding at The Inn at Longshore! The entire staff was so helpful— our coordinator, Kristen, was absolutely fantastic and made our day so easy and beautiful! We can’t imagine our wedding without her knowledge and attention to detail. Our guests raved about the food and the atmosphere and are still complimenting everything weeks after the wedding! We couldn’t have picked a better place to have our day 🤍

Gabi C

2/20/2024

We just got married at The Inn at Longshore in January and everything was fantastic! From the moment we got there the staff was willing to help and accommodating. Our wedding coordinator Kristen was the best! She made our dream and vision come to life. Kristen was thinking of things we needed that day before we even noticed we needed them (she brought me my slippers immediately after the ceremony and I was so happy!) The food was amazing - our guests are still raving about it! The bar and bartenders were a hit and our guests enjoyed that aspect! Us and some guests stayed the night at the Inn and Kristen had packaged up everything for an easy pack up process in the morning. I truly cannot say enough positive things about The Inn at Longshore. I would recommend this venue to anyone getting married!

Aliza M

10/25/2023

As the owner at Aliza Noelle Beauty I cannot say enough good things about this venue. The staff is always so accommodating and welcoming. I’ve done several dozen weddings here and the space they have to get ready in is really spacious with great lighting, tables and chairs. The grounds and the water are also stunning. One of my favorites!

Kelly G

10/16/2023

We are so happy with our experience planning our wedding at the Inn at Longshore! Kristen was so easy to work with and really helped us turn our wedding day vision into a reality. Because she was so hands on, we did not need to hire a planner or day-of-coordinator. Kristen was always available to answer our questions and was quick to respond to all communications. The venue itself is stunning and the food selection was delicious. Once we booked our date, the venue provided a great list of vendors, several of which we ended up booking. It helped eliminate the stress of searching for vendors and we trusted any recommendation the Inn at Longshore gave their positive review of.

Alyssa M

10/07/2023

Thank you so much to Laina at the Inn for making my wedding a dream come true. We are still on cloud 9 with how wonderful our wedding was. She played a major role in it and we are so blessed for that. Our guests really enjoyed themselves and were so impressed by the Inn. From the bottom of our hearts thank you so much for everything that you did for us. We will forever be grateful to you for that.

Rose Marie C

9/26/2023

BOOK THIS VENUE! I cannot recommend the Inn at Longshore enough. The staff, the view, the location, every single thing about this place blew my expectations out of the water. From the moment we toured the venue with Christine, I knew we had to have our wedding at Longshore. Leading up to the wedding, our coordinator, Kristen, was so helpful in answering all of my crazy detailed questions without batting an eye. I felt so comfortable by the day of the wedding; Kristen made sure even the finest of details were paid attention to. We got married at the beginning of September, and the staff worked tirelessly to make our day absolutely perfect. That’s not to say things didn’t go wrong the day of! Our best man ended up ripping his pants and one of our bridesmaids split the zipper on her dress. Immediately, one of the Inn’s staff members, Angelica, jumped in and sewed everyone’s outfits back together! I couldn’t believe it. During cocktail hour, an espresso martini was accidentally spilled on my dress, and once again Angelica jumped in to help right away! She spent a solid 30-45 minutes with us scrubbing the stain out in the bathroom, steaming and ironing my dress, to the point that you would never even notice something had happened. I will be telling the story of how Angelica saved our wedding day for the rest of my life. The staff at The Inn at Longshore truly treated us like members of their family, and it’s safe to say we all felt it. The phenomenal staff aside, the food was INCREDIBLE! For cocktail hour we had eight different types of passed hors d’oeuvres, pizza, bruschetta, and a raw bar! People have been raving about it to me constantly since the wedding. The dinner food was consistently delicious, and the desserts were a huge hit. Multiple people have told me they kept going back to ask for more dessert! I cannot think of a single thing I would change about our wedding day. The Inn at Longshore made it the best day of our lives, and I will never get over it! Like I said, BOOK IT!

Christine M

7/13/2023

My husband and I were recently married at the Inn at Longshore. Laina Mills was our event coordinator and from our initial meeting to the final hours of our reception, her demeanor was amazingly calm, supportive, and always available. The staff was amazing and our guests truly felt taken care of. Our wedding was beautiful and I highly recommend this venue to everyone!!!

Weronika P

4/27/2023

Longshore did an absolutely amazing job with our wedding. From the start out wedding coordinator, Kristen, was a pleasure to work with. She was so responsive- sometimes even responding to our questions within the hour. Her advice was always so knowledgeable and helpful. She was so detail oriented and reliable. During off-peak wedding season, they host a tasting for many couples at a time. The tasting was awesome as we got to get a feel for a wedding at longshore and got to try many of their dishes. For our entrees we ended up choosing the grouper, ny strip steak, and gnocchi primavera. For our cocktail hour we chose the duck, lobster rolls, spicy tuna tartare, beef profiteroles, brie and truffle mini grilled cheese, chilled jumbo shrimp cocktail, crab cakes, and pulled pork sliders. All of them were delicious. The cocktail hour also included the pizza station. We chose the crispy goat cheese salad as our first course which was delicious and the tiramisu for our dessert which was also delicious. My guests and I could honestly not get over how good the food was! I had guests approaching me during the wedding complimenting how delicious their entrees were and then talking about how great the food was the week after. Unsurprisingly the pizza station was also a huge hit. We were able to have our cocktail hour outside and the pizza oven was a great touch. The service during the wedding was top notch. Our coordinator Kristen kept offering to bring me our signature cocktails and noticed it was hard for the groom and I to grab a bite during cocktail hour due to all the photos / mingling so she brought us a designated platter of all the appetizers for just the two of us. When my mother in law made a comment that it was chilly on the patio due to wind the staff immediately brought over heat lamps. The bartending staff and waitstaff were also great. Could not recommend Longshore and our awesome coordinator, Kristen, enough!

Jacquie G

1/28/2023

The Inn at Longshore was the second venue we saw. As soon as we were there we knew this is where we had to get married and ended up cancelling all other tours! We worked with Kristen for our NYE wedding and had the best time. Everything was seamless - the food was delicious, staff was amazing and the bartenders were so much fun. From the bridal party getting ready in the dressing room with tons of support from Takeya - she made sure we had all that we needed and calmed any nerves. To family staying the night and the day after wedding breakfast - it was the best weekend we could have imagined. If you are thinking of getting married here, this is your sign to do it!!

Paola D

1/08/2023

We had an absolutely magical experience at Longshore for our wedding. It was everything we had envisioned and more! The venue is just stunning and we got many compliments on the amazing location, views, food, etc. My dream was to get married by the water, and even being a winter wedding, it was still possible at Longshore! We even had a beautiful sunset behind us during the ceremony. So dreamy! Laina our coordinator was beyond amazing! I'm not sure how she does it, but she remembers every detail we discuss and ensures our day goes smoothly and as envisioned. From our first meeting, we knew we were in great hands with Laina. She is super detail oriented and the day of we were so relaxed and able to enjoy every moment knowing that everything was going to go just fine. Highly recommend Longshore for your wedding!

Martha W

11/26/2022

We were absolutely thrilled with our experience at the Inn at Longshore - highly recommend this venue! The location and venue itself are stunning and the staff is wonderful.Laina, our day of coordinator, was so wonderful! Being the first in my family to get married we had absolutely no idea what we were doing and could not have done it without Laina’s incredible expertise. The planning process with Laina was the perfect balance of advising us on timelines, etc. while being flexible with the details (i.e. swapping out a wine option). Laina worked directly with our vendors to coordinate delivery, set up, timeline, etc. which was a huge relief leading up to the wedding. Our original coordinator left the role when she moved out of state and I was really impressed with the transition process. She and Laina were both transparent about the change and proactively communicated with us - a potentially high stress situation was totally seamless. The event coordinators at Longshore are the real deal, very responsible and reliable. They provided a list of vendors to consider but did not push us towards using them at all - definitely a “vendor friendly” venue. Given how much was included in the wedding package (day of coordinator, drawing room to get ready, etc.) the pricing was very fair - certainly not inexpensive but money well spent for the quality of the experience. We chose a Friday (9/30/22) so we would have the venue for the whole day and absolutely loved it. Thank you to Laina and the amazing staff at the Inn at Longshore for the incredible experience!!

Kitty M

11/17/2022

The whole team at the Inn at Longshore made the wedding planning process amazing from start to finish. Laina was the best coordinator we could have asked for - so thoughtful, detail-oriented, and just a great person. She remembered every detail from our multiple meetings and did everything to ensure our day turned out exactly as envisioned and went smoothly. On wedding day, she even brought me my own, allergy-free platter of appetizers during cocktail hour while taking photos! My (now) husband and I aspired to get married on the water and Longshore was the perfect destination that checked that box. Get married here! <3

Alyssa L

10/29/2022

We just had our wedding at the Inn at Longshore on 10/7/22. I cannot put into words how amazing everything came together thanks to Laina and the staff at Longshore. I am a control freak so relinquishing control and handing that over to Laina and her team put me at ease. Leading up to the day Laina sat with us to go over the entire menu in detail as well as all additional details. She is organized, calm, and just a truly genuine person who you can tell loves what she does. I dropped off all of the additional decor, signage, etc. a few days prior to our wedding and she sat with me again to finalize everything. The day of the team did not miss a beat. Laina personally grabbed two of every cocktail menu item and brought it over to my husband and I to make sure we got a chance to have everything on our menu. She even brought me deodorant when I needed it from dancing the night away...who does that?!! It was a bittersweet moment having our wedding there when my in-laws got married there 35 years ago, and I wouldn't change a thing!!!

Jillian S

10/26/2022

We are so incredibly happy that we chose Longshore for our wedding in September! When we first met our coordinator Kristen, we had no doubt that we would be in the best hands. She really took the time to get to know us as a couple before the wedding and answer all our questions. On the day of the wedding she was so wonderful at making sure every little detail was perfect behind the scenes and helped to ensure we could enjoy our own moments as a couple as well! The food/drinks were also wonderful and it was made better by the amazing servers and bartenders who were helping keep all our guests happy the whole night! Everyone was so attentive and kind. Thank you again to everyone at Longshore who made our day so wonderful!

Rachel T

10/20/2022

I was not aware that a wedding could go so perfectly! The team at Inn at Longshore works cohesively with one another and your vendors to ensure a flawless experience. When we first met Christine while touring the venue we were immediately confident that we would be in caring and capable hands at the Inn at Longshore, which was one of the main reasons we booked (not to mention the beautiful venue and views!!) Shortly after we were introduced to our wedding coordinator Laina who was absolutely delightful. She was wonderful to work with- quick to reply to an email or call, organized, gave great advice on all our questions like timeline, etc, and all around both fun and calming to be around from planning to day of! Takeya was also so helpful with our room block and during the morning of while getting ready at the Inn. It is clear that the staff works hard to ensure that your wedding day is beautiful and stress-free so that you can truly enjoy it! The Inn took care of all of the little details, like setting up our personalized decor, guest book, seating cards. We used mostly preferred vendors which was a plus as the Inn knew those teams very well too. The food was absolutely delicious and the team was so helpful with menu choices and dietary restrictions. We had so much fun at the tasting, meeting the team and other couples getting married. After attending so many weddings over the past few years and hearing about so many things that could go wrong, I didn’t expect that an event could go so right! If a date is available do not hesitate to book your wedding here!

Jen H

10/13/2022

I grew up just a town away from the Inn at Longshore, and never imagined I could have as beautiful a wedding as I did there. Laina was so incredibly helpful from start to finish. The venue is stunning, the food was amazing, and there were 0 bumps in the road. The getting ready rooms were beautiful and the staff so attentive throughout the day (and leading up to the day). Nothing but great things to say about our experience here!! We will be frequent visitors at La Plage, the restaurant next door, and will always pop in to say hello to our new friends at Longshore!

Kimberly B

10/10/2022

We loved everything about our wedding at The Inn at Longshore. I spent the day getting ready at Longshore and couldn’t have pictured it without Takeya (room block manager) and Kristen (on-site coordinator). Everything was effortless and went perfectly thanks to them! Highly recommend!!

Courtney S

9/16/2022

We had our wedding at The Inn at Longshore on Labor Day weekend and it was AMAZING. Our coordinator Laina was super helpful all the way through, keeping touch with the vendors and making sure the actual day ran as smoothly as possible. The food was incredible, we never had to ask for a drink, and we even got to try all the apps. Every little detail was perfect and we got to enjoy every minute of the day without worrying about anything thanks to Laina and her staff. Highly recommended!

A A

9/13/2022

We had our wedding at the inn at longshore in 2022. We decided to do the sunday package. The venue is absolutely stunning and the food options were one of the main reasons we chose this venue. Our guests raved about the food it was all delicious. Overall my wedding went smoothly. The tasting they put on prior to the wedding is really cool and you meet other couples getting married in the same month you are. It was neat to discuss how we all were using the space differently. Rating this venue 3 stars because our wedding coordinator showed up at 2:30 when pictures were at 3:30. My family/friends had to spend the entire day setting up all the decor. It took them hours. I dont know how the wedding coordinator couldve set everything up in 1 hour. It wouldve been impossible. Many of the things the wedding coordinator was in charge of she did not address and kept the saturday night wedding options instead of our options (i.e., pizza choice sign) she also did not set up a few things we had discussed. She also took our cake after cutting and never brought it back to be consumed. While the sunday wedding option is semi-affordable double check that these things are done and not the saturday night options. The wedding coordinator also allowed our guests inside the venue prior to the ceremony and once again family had to direct them to the lawn for the ceremony. She also gave family attitude and showed apprehension at any request we asked of her. Mainly my 3 star review is in regards to the wedding coordinator we were assigned.

response 09/13/2022

Thank you for taking the time to write this. My team works incredibly hard to ensure the ...

details are taken care of and so we want you to know your feedback is taken seriously. We certainly never want any guests having events where we are perceived to have not taken care of you or your guests. We host events almost daily so I thought I would take this opportunity to address the issues mentioned on this review. You can feel free to also reach out to me personally so we can talk if you like. Your wedding started at 5:30 pm and the coordinator arrived three hours prior to the start of your wedding. This three hours allows for plenty of time to setup, greet your guests, review final details and go over the event with vendors and staff. During the conversations you did indicate that you would have a family member assist (even though it was not necessary). Upon the coordinator's arrival, she quickly discovered that most items were already unwrapped and taken from the boxes. We know this is a very exciting time, but rest assured we always have the situation under control. Our team knows exactly how long it takes to setup. While we are happy to have family members setup, it is truly not necessary as our team takes great pride and ownership of their roles, the sole purpose is for you and your family to have a great day together. I am confident we would have been ready for your event as we've been for the last 15 years of my tenure here. We always suggest to our clients to bus or shuttle guests to The Inn for a few reasons: Safety and timing. This reduces the amount of early-arrivers to the venue while you are taking photos. If some do arrive early, we ask them to relax in our air-conditioned lobby or to enjoy La Plage for an early cocktail Many guests had arrived early and our front desk team was instructed to have guests relax in the lobby until the ceremony time. In a quest to assist, a family member had begun telling guests to go outside too early which then caused a situation where people were outside on the lawn area before it was time. We understand wholeheartedly that people want to help because it's an exciting time, but the front desk team had this under control. The pizza signage that you witnessed three hours prior to your wedding was updated and presented correctly on your pizza station. The family member who mentioned this had anxiously done so even before our banquet staff arrived. You had the correct signage from the very beginning of your cocktail hour. The cake that you provided for your wedding was a "cut only" cake as indicated in your signed contract so the passed sweets that we include in our package was the dessert you communicated that you wanted served. I am glad you loved the tasting and that you had fun at your wedding as our ultimate goal is this. Again, please feel free to call me directly if you would like. Warm regards, Christine Hussey

Marisa P

7/31/2022

Elegant and beautiful venue. Amazing food and service. People will rave about this venue and the food. Kristen, our coordinator, made all of my dreams come true.

response 09/14/2022

Thank you! We are so thrilled that you had a great day! Warm regards, Christine Hussey...

Rachel P

7/11/2022

We recently got married at the Inn at Longshore and I cannot give any higher recommendation for a venue than this incredible place. The setting is absolutely stunning with it's waterfront location and gorgeous grounds, but more than that the staff is just unparalleled. Kristen was the coordinator assigned to us and she was the absolute best - she was so responsive / detail-oriented, answered ALL of my questions, and worked with me to make accommodations for guests! The templates they provided me made planning a breeze and helped keep us organized. All in all, the team at the Inn at Longshore went above and beyond anything I could have expected and I am eternally grateful to them for their time, patience, and professionalism! When you are working with the team there, you know you are working with the best of the best - they have done this for years and they will do anything to make sure you have the best day possible! I didn't have a wedding planner and being able to reach out to Kristen whenever was the greatest help and the perfect balance. Separately, the food is INCREDIBLE! My guests can't stop raving about the quality of the food (wide selection of hors d'oeuvres, super fun and delicious pizza station included, awesome entrees, and incredible passed desserts) - we also had the option to add additional stations if we wanted, but the food was more than enough for my 250 guests!! In short, i cannot give a better recommendation than the Inn at Longshore - you are guaranteed to have an incredible wedding day and you will be continually impressed by everyone including the coordinators, decorators, and waitstaff!

response 09/14/2022

Thank you Rachel, I will makek sure I share this with the team and culinary staff! Warm r...

egards, Christine Hussey

Marley K

6/21/2022

I wish I had the right words to express how perfect our wedding day was at the Inn at Longshore. The venue is so beautiful on its own, that the additional decor is just icing on the top. The staff is just simply the best at what they do. Not to mention, the food is INCREDIBLE and your guests will not go hungry. Laina was our coordinator and I can't speak highly enough of her. She is simply amazing! Not one detail is missed, and the day could not have run more smoothly because of her. I couldn't be happier we chose this venue for our wedding; they brought my wedding dreams to life beyond imagination!

response 09/14/2022

Hi Marley, Thank you so much! I'll make sure I convey these great accolades to Laina, t...

he banquet staff and culinary staff! Warm regards, Christine Hussey

Alison C

5/24/2022

Our wedding at the Inn at Longshore was like a fairy tale! We picked the Inn at Longshore for its charming ballroom and outdoor cocktail area with gorgeous backdrop overlooking the ocean. Outside of the Inn’s beauty the food at our wedding was delicious. The Inn provided us with so many fun options to choose from especially for our passed hors d’oeuvres and desserts. The menu that we were able to create felt very personal and we received so many compliments from our guests on how tasty our food was. If the gorgeous venue and outstanding food was not enough, what really puts this venue over the top are all the amazing people that work there. We cannot say enough great things about Laina, our wedding coordinator. She responded quickly to all our questions and was so patient with us, offering great advice as we went through the planning process. Laina was very accommodating making sure our dream wedding became a reality. On our wedding day, Laina took care of us and our guests making sure that event ran smoothly. She is so easy to get along with and while working with her it felt like we were working with a friend that we had known for a long time. We also had the pleasure of working with Christine, Takeya, Adam, Gabriella, Ty, and countless other staff at the Inn who went above and beyond to make our day so special. We could not thank each and every one of them enough for their hard work and support. We truly had the best day ever and wish that we could do it all over again.

Alessandra P

5/10/2022

My husband and I had our wedding on 5/1/22 with 160 people and it was perfect, exceeding our expectations. The catering was so delicious, the view is breathtaking and the service was seamless. Laina is the best wedding coordinator and we are so grateful to have had the best wedding experience here!!! I wish I could do it all over again.

Lauren C

4/18/2022

The Inn at Longshore was the perfect venue for our wedding. Our day of coordinator, Laina, went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly which allowed us to truly relax and enjoy the day. Our guests are still raving about the amazing food and Laina ensured that my husband and I got to try every bite! The venue was stunning and we loved being able to have our whole family stay together there the night of the wedding. We highly recommend the Inn at Longshore to any future couple! Thank you to Laina and the entire staff for making our big day unforgettable!

Helen L

4/07/2022

We couldn’t have made a better decision than to have our wedding at The Inn At Longshore. The space: simple, elegant, with beautiful grounds - located right on the water. Even with an April wedding (on the colder side) it was beautiful! It allows you to do whatever you want and decorate to your tastes. Honestly, you don’t need to bring in a whole lot to make the space look beautiful. The staff: the entire staff was so kind, helpful, and attentive - we didn't have to worry about anything and were fully taken care of all day. From the moment we stepped onto the premises the team at the inn took care of everything. The food: i cannot express how many compliments we got on the food. Wedding food can be meh but our guests raved about the cocktail hour and aid the steak was perfectly cooked! If you’re thinking about it, book it. This place is incredible!

Evanna B

1/28/2022

Laina and her team were amazing!! She made my wedding dreams come true. Not only was she completely in tune to what I wanted for the wedding, but what I needed. The food was amazing (all our guests keep telling us how good the appetizers were!), and the venue itself was gorgeous. If I could do it again, the only thing I would change would be to make the night last longer! From the start of planning until the very end, Laina was there. You can truly see how much she loves her job and how gifted she is when it comes to wedding planning. If there were any issues, she fixed it and hid it well from the bride! It was the most spectacular night.

Caleigh M

1/25/2022

What an incredible wedding venue! We had such a positive experience and an unforgettable weekend at the Inn at Longshore for our wedding this January. Laina was such an amazing person to work with throughout this entire process. She was extremely accommodating and flexible with all the changes due to the pandemic and we could not be more thankful. All the decorations and everything was exactly how we anticipated it. The team really goes above and beyond to make sure your experience is special and that all your needs our not only met, but exceeded. All our guests were raving about the food and entire event. We would highly recommend the Inn at Longshore for your wedding.

Michelle F

1/22/2022

If you are considering the Inn at Longshore, reach out NOW. This venue is absolutely amazing. My husband and I got married here in October of 2021 and the Inn team could not have exceeded our expectations any more. Adrienne was our day of coordinator and I think I have found someone equally if not more detail oriented than me! Adrienne seamlessly carried out our wedding vision. She was so careful and thoughtful in her questions both leading up to the day and on our wedding day itself to make sure everything ran as we'd hoped. The food here is amazing. We still have guests RAVING about our cocktail hour and dinner! Lastly, the location is absolutely stunning. It is quintessential New England shoreline chic. We lucked out with a gorgeous day, so our guests were able to enjoy cocktail hour outside. Inside, the Inn is spacious and has plenty of room for your guests to mill and move about. We loved this venue from first seeing it but now that we have experienced our own wedding here, we CAN'T wait to go to one there again. Truly a 11/10 customer service experience and would highly recommend booking!!!

Carly C

1/19/2022

The Inn at Longshore is a gorgeous wedding venue with an incredible staff! My husband and I got married on New Year's Day 1/1/22, at the height of the COVID Omicron spike in our area. We lost nearly 70 guests the 2 weeks before our wedding. Laina was our coordinator, and she was more than understanding and accommodating during the extremely hard process of trying to throw a wedding in all of this chaos! Our wedding was absolutely perfect, and the venue is absolutely breathtaking! I really appreciated how attentive the staff were to our guests throughout the night, the food was excellent and the flow of the reception was perfect. Thank you Laina and Longshore staff for helping create the wedding of our dreams!

Rosanna T

12/27/2021

There are no words to describe how amazing our wedding turned out thanks to the talented team behind The Inn at Longshore! After touring the venue, we had no doubt it was the perfect fit for us - waterfront property with Westport charm. They only host one wedding at a time and it more than comfortably fit our ~200 guests. The selection and quality of the food is unmatched! Our guests could NOT stop raving about the menu, especially the cocktail hour. Our venue coordinator Laina went above and beyond to make sure our day went off without a hitch and we couldn't have done it without her guidance and support. Huge shout out to the kitchen, bar and wait staff who were incredibly attentive to our party, another thing noticed by our guests! The venue also has great relationships with most of the vendors we used so that was one less thing to worry about during the day of - their execution was flawless (again, thanks to Laina!) and we were blown away when we entered the ballroom for the reception. I honestly cannot recommend The Inn at Longshore enough, I so wish we can do it all again!!

response 12/27/2021

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this....we are truly blessed to have such a...

professional and incredible team and Laina really focuses on ensuring every detail is taken care of. Happy New Year! CHRISTINE HUSSEY Director of Sales & Marketing

Lauren K

12/26/2021

The Inn at Longshore is not only an incredibly beautiful venue, but those running it do so much to ensure your day is perfect and incredible. I cannot speak highly enough of my team at the Inn (Christine, Adrienne, et al). We had to postpone our wedding, like so many others, due to COVID-19, and the Inn made this difficult decision so easy and painless. Throughout the planning process, I was able to focus on what I wanted to date to look like, not much about logistics, because the Inn took care of everything (even our vendors all came from their preferred vendor list, which is GOLD. I couldn't ask for anything more). The day of our wedding was insanely perfect. Adrienne, our coordinator, handled EVERYTHING. They ensured I got fed, that everything ran on time. It was an incredibly beautiful day, and I was completely able to focus on having fun and enjoying my wedding -- not worrying about anything because the Inn took care of it. My guests all couldn't stop talking about how beautiful the inn and the ballroom was and how incredible the food was. No one left hungry and everything was absolutely delicious. I tell everyone I can that this is best venue and I could not recommend them enough -- thank you to the Inn for making our wedding absolutely magical and letting me enjoy it!

Amanda S

12/24/2021

The Inn at Longshore is the best place to have a wedding. The food was amazing the staff is awesome. Laina is phenomenal! The team made planning and executing our dream wedding seamless. I highly recommend this venue, we have been to so many weddings in the area and no one does a wedding like Longshore.

Michael C

12/18/2021

My wife and I are so happy that we picked the Inn at Longshore. The wedding went off with out a hitch even though it we pushed the wedding back twice because of Covid. Laina was awesome to work with. The entire staff was very professional and they are very easy to work with as well as making it as less stressful as it can possibly be. They are there if you have questions, or need to talk about details to the tasting to the actual wedding. The wedding was so enjoyable and my wife and I are so happy to have chosen such a great venue to have hosted our wedding. I would definitely recommend anyone thinking about having there wedding here to chose this venue.

Ariana F

11/12/2021

Everyone at the Inn at Longshore truly made our wedding day so special, it exceeded my expectations! Adrienne was our event coordinator and she quickly answered emails, supported us throughout the planning, and made sure everything ran smoothly on our wedding day. She communicated well with the other vendors and it truly was more than we could have imagined. The food was amazing, from cocktail hour to dessert, people could not stop talking about how good the food was. The venue itself was so quaint and the outdoors made a wonderful place for photos for both us as the couple as well as our guests. We had a 200 person wedding, but even with that many people, it all felt very intimate. There honestly isn’t anything negative to report, it was the best venue and experience we could have asked for!

Kendal C

11/11/2021

Laina and the whole Inn at Longshore staff are truly the most amazing people. Our wedding day was absolutely flawless because of them. Laina was amazing to work with during every single moment of planning. She made sure to respond to every single one of my questions, made me feel supported, and understood my vision. The day was perfectly executed and that is because of Laina. I had multiple people in the bridal party state how amazing she was. The venue itself is a 10/10 in regards to food, people, and overall aesthetic. I could not be happier about my decision to get married at The Inn at Longshore and feel so lucky to have been able to work so closely with Laina!

Erika G

11/09/2021

From the moment we toured The Inn at Longshore, we had nothing short of a pleasant experience. At first we dealt with Adrienne who was always so quick to respond to my many emails filled with questions and was so helpful. We were assigned Laina as our coordinator later on and could not have been happier! She too was super responsive and always available to help, give advice and make sure I wasn't missing anything. Laina and the staff at Longshore did an awesome job setting up our space, attending to us and our guests, preparing phenomenal food and overall just giving us the best night of our lives. We have heard nothing but rave reviews from our guests even still 5 weeks after the wedding and we could not agree with them more! I wish I could do it all over again with the lovely staff at Longshore - it was truly an AMAZING evening and one we will talk about for years to come!

Eve H

10/21/2021

After several date changes due to the pandemic, we were finally able to have our wedding at the Inn at Longshore last weekend. We were thrilled the with every single thing about the venue, from the gorgeous waterfront view, delicious food, flexibility, and great service. Most of all, though, we were beyond lucky to get to work with Laina, who went above and beyond for us in every single way. Not only was she incredibly supportive and understanding in our various date changes, but she made herself available for me throughout the entire process, even providing her personal cell number for all my last minute random questions. Leading up the wedding, Laina thought of every small detail so that I did not need to worry and coordinated with all the vendors. On the actual wedding day, she was incredible. She was extremely organized, communicative, and patient with all the various requests and last minute changes I made. She made the day feel truly special and always made me feel like my wedding and happiness truly mattered. She went above and beyond in her planning and execution of the whole event, all the while being a pleasure to talk to at every single step of the way. I am thrilled that I was able to work with Laina and hold my wedding at the Inn at Longshore. I cannot recommend it enough!

Dorit B

10/21/2021

The Inn at Longshore was hands down the venue of our dreams down to every last detail! Number one, our coordinator Laina was the absolute BEST person to work with and words don’t do justice right how amazing she is. She was kind, responsive to my every question, and helped make our day flawless and so SO much fun. Laina was totally calm the entire day and so communicative which made me feel so calm and ready for what came next. There are a lot of moving parts throughout the wedding day and Laina made sure we were clued in on everything. She checked in with us multiple times before and after the ceremony and a bunch throughout the reception. The day ran/transitioned so smoothly and it is 150% because of her. She also coordinated with all of our vendors which took a ton of the work away from me so that I could be a stress free bride! Aside from the grounds being absolutely gorgeous, the food was also incredible and we had rave reviews from all of our guests. It’s been a week since the wedding and people are still talking about how delicious everything was, and how beautiful the venue and backdrop is. We have zero regrets for selecting Inn at Longshore for our wedding- we will cherish our experience with them for a lifetime and absolutely recommend other couples to reach out to them for their big day!

Sage B

10/05/2021

There isn't enough stars in the world to review the Inn at Longshore! Our special day was MAGICAL and exceeded any expectations. My husband and I would like to give a special thank you to Laina Mills, our wedding coordinator who went above and beyond to ensure everything went smooth on our wedding day. Laina is outstanding, she even curled my hair when I had a hair emergency from it raining when we said "I Do!" Laina was an essential part of our day in making it the best day of our lives and provided endless support throughout. We cannot thank you enough, Laina!!!! The food. I can't say enough about the FOOD! Our friends and family, weeks later are still talking about how delicious the food was. From the cocktail hour (nonstop rotation of food!), antipasto station, brick oven pizza station to the delectable main courses then passing desserts = perfection. The drinks were flowing and delicious!! The Inn at Longshore is breathtaking. The views outside overlooking the water for the ceremony & cocktail hour were beautiful. The inside is such a cozy intimate setting for a reception!! We danced the night away! Christine was amazing to work with from beginning to end, thank you Christine! All the staff and service at Inn at Longshore is incredible. Inn at Longshore was the first and ONLY venue I viewed and booked because it is that special. Look no further, this venue is one-of-a-kind. We had a blast and memories to last a lifetime!

Nick M

9/17/2021

The best way to describe the experience we had with The Inn at Longshore is perfect. From start to finish; from the day we booked through the wedding, everything was exceptional. First of all, the venue itself is breathtaking. The back lawn ceremony and cocktail hour overlooking the Sound was beautiful. The food and drinks were top notch (not to mention that you get a lot of bang for your buck... I'm referring to the 10 passed appetizers and the wood fired pizza station!). The food for dinner was also incredible. We have guests coming up to us almost two weeks after talking about just how delicious all the food was. The staff was also incredible to work with. We had Laina as our wedding coordinator and she ensured the wedding would go off without a hitch. She was also remarkably friendly and easy to work with. At no point was there any stress and worry from our end with the venue. Everything was under control and our guests were ranting and raving about the venue and all it offered! 2 weeks later from the wedding and we have nothing bad to say, we keep going over in our heads about just how perfect everything was. Could not recommend this venue more!

Samantha W

9/09/2021

Longshore was the perfect wedding venue for us. If you are looking for a coastal New England vibe - this is definitely the place you want to get married. The outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour space is absolutely stunning and the views of the Saugatuck river are beautiful. Adrienne and the entire Longshore staff were amazing to work with and beyond accommodating; from postponing our wedding to adding different food and beverage options we requested. Adrienne was always quick to respond and offered her expertise for even the smallest detail. All of our guests raved about cocktail hour and the food even weeks after our wedding. Thank you to Adrienne and all of the staff for making our wedding a night to remember!

Christina L

9/08/2021

Longshore deserves nothing but FIVE STARS! This place is a gem with very special hardworking team members working for it. Longshore orchestrated happiness from beginning to end. The Inn at Longshore puts their heart into what they do. I would highly recommend having your wedding or special event here. It is a beautiful location with great service and hospitality. I felt completely special on my wedding day and taken care of. I felt I didn’t have to worry about a thing on my wedding day. Laina, our wedding planner was absolutely amazing, from the very beginning she gave us honest advice, and helped us along the way, re planning our wedding and all! I was so happy she was able to be apart of our day. I want to also give a shout out to the Banquet Manager and team - flawless execution and attention to detail, Front Desk; Mary and Takeya- totally the sweetest human beings, so beyond helpful and caring, and back of the house; housekeeping and culinary team! Everything from check in to check out was perfect. Our wedding was flawless. Hospitality holds a special place in my heart as I worked in hospitality for 9.5 years. I appreciated all of the details that went into the execution of our wedding! Longshore also holds a special place in my heart, as I grew up in Westport and spent many hours working at Longshore as well as enjoying the park for leisure. There is no word for how great the food was, our friends and family are still raving about the appetizers and food. Thank you so much! I am so happy we chose Longshore as our wedding venue, it was absolutely so special and perfect. I am still reliving all the moments as a bride. KUDDOS to a fabulous management team and staff, you truly show that you care about each of your guests and treat them like VIPs.

Alyssa K

9/02/2021

We cannot say enough AMAZING things about the Inn at Longshore and Laina. One month later, our guests are still RAVING about what a hidden gem this venue is! We had a seamless experience having to push our wedding from July 2020 to July 2021 with Laina. Her guidance, patience, and attention to detail is phenomenal!!! We LOVE her and she truly is the BEST in the business! We are a very laid back couple, and Laina made sure that everything was perfect for our day. The location is breathtaking, the room itself is absolutely beautiful, and the food was phenomenal from the cocktail hour to the exit station. We are extremely grateful to feel so taken care of, and the Inn at Longshore truly made this the best day of our lives!

Samantha O

9/01/2021

My husband and I had to move our July, 2020 wedding to August 2021. Though the process of postponing a wedding is daunting, our event specialist at Longshore, Laina, made it as seamless as possible. She remained in contact with my me and my husband throughout the year and helped us make the proper changes with our other vendors. During the final month of planning, Laina was consistently on call for us - even providing us with her personal cell number for those random questions brides have in the middle of the night. We also had some last minute requests (and I mean LAST minute) that were met with a calm energy and complete understanding. Even guests were impressed with Laina's organization and determination at all times throughout the night! Ultimately, our wedding day was absolutely incredible and worth the wait. I can't imagine having our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception anywhere else. These incredible memories will last a lifetime & we owe a debt of gratitude to Laina and the entire staff at The Inn at Longshore!

Claire H

8/25/2021

Just save yourself the time and book this venue. Everything was incredible. The setting, the room, the view, the service, the FOOD, working with the wedding coordinator Laina (who is the perfect balance of totally calm -- she will NOT add to your stress -- and totally on top of everything -- we had complete faith that everything was getting done). The restrictions in CT lifted 3 days before my wedding and things were changing week over week and they treated us with grace and kindness as if we were their own family planning a wedding. Also, their list of preferred vendors is top notch, look no further, we loved everyone we spoke with, even those we didn't hire. Are you convinced yet? Just have your wedding here. You won't regret it.

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