The Thompson Inn and Cyderhouse

ful, always thinking one step ahead. The venue itself is absolutely magical - we had a late fall wedding (described as hygge by others) and it perfectly fit our atmosphere. Our guests loved having little side rooms in which they could have more private conversations. And even though the main reception area is "live" the accoustics were great and it was never too loud. The real bonus was having the Inn right there, where our family and bridal party stayed. It made everything so easy to have everyone in one place - and we kept the party going after the wedding with fun games! All the rooms are beautifully decorated and very comfortable. We can't recommend The Thompson Inn highly enough - thank you to Lori and the entire team - our weekend was truly perfect, and we wouldn't change a thing!!

was so helpful and communicative throughout the whole planning process and then Stephanie assisted us with all of the details for the reception. Our wedding day was beyond perfect - from the great weather, to the beautiful ceremony under the maple trees, a relaxed cocktail hour along the Cyderhouse deck and lawn, to the breathtaking reception hall. Oh and the food was incredible!!! On top of it all, the staff was SO nice and helpful to us and all of our guests throughout the whole day. We can't count how many compliments we got from our guests saying it was their favorite wedding venue they had ever been to so we were so happy we were able to share this gem with all of our loved ones from near and far. Our wedding was truly the best day ever and we have the team at The Thompson Inn to thank for all of their hard work and for providing their wonderful venue to us. We absolutely recommend The Thompson Inn to all future brides and grooms!

llingness to do whatever it took to accommodate our needs were amazing. We cannot speak highly enough of our happiness with the Thompson Inn & Cyderhouse and the wonderful people who help run it. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for helping to make a weekend of memories our family and friends will never forget.

ding location. Not only is it in a gorgeous location, but the scenery is pristine and unique year round. We had a late fall wedding and the maples were at their peak vibrant yellow. If you live New England, then there is no better place to have a wedding. Ancient maples, stone borders, farm house charm, coursing river, rolling fields, it has it all. The staff is responsive and kind and Lori and Steve were supportive through every step of the process. Stephanie is a key member of the team and helped coordinate everything from the very beginning to the very end. She was a rock for me in the final days leading up and on the wedding day. And thank goodness she was there! Stephanie has a calming and organized way that let me trust her and relax to enjoy the wedding. Lori, Steve and Stephanie were simply the best every step of the way. From offering honest advice to helping be sounding boards and inspirational leaders, lending supportive ears, letting me stop by an excessive number of times to feel completely comfortable with all my planning decisions. The inn wasn’t ready yet for 2018, but I am more than confident that it will be the most amazing place to stay on any wedding weekend in 2019 and beyond. Lori and Steve have taken such pride and care in their work in restoring this property that all the time in the world is worth waiting to see their end product. In the mean time, they have done an incredible job accommodating every wish that they can for their clients. We were able to have some amazing photos done on the Inn’s veranda that are some of my favorites from the day. We had some crazy New England weather, heavy rain, a little hail, wicked wind and cold temps... I desperately wanted the ceremony outside under the maples, but it ended up just not being safe or comfortable for the guests and musicians. Lori and Stephanie came up with THREE unique contingency plans for me depending on what the weather did, and ran around to rearrange everything so that I wouldn’t have to stress and the guests wouldn’t know that we were contending with the weather. We ended up having the ceremony indoors and to my surprise, it was perfect. I had such trust in them and wanted to enjoy my day, so I gave Stephanie permission to make the final call and go with whatever option felt right, it was a total surprise to me as we were doing our first look while she was having the ceremony area set up, and it was the right decision. Everyone was comfortable, happy and the photos were beautiful. It was seamless and stunning. We had the perfect wedding and I honestly have Lori, Stephanie and Steve and their staff at the Thompson Inn to thank for making sure everything went exactly as I had imagined and hoped. If I had the opportunity to do it all again, I would choose the Thompson Inn every time. Thank you Thompson Inn! You made my dream wedding reality!

is apparent when you see photos but especially when you step into the space in person. We had our rehearsal dinner, photographs, ceremony, reception, and dance all on-site. We also did a "first look" on the porch of the Inn and it was the perfect, private setting for us! The venue has so much to offer from their on-site services and resources. It was wonderful to work with them for our catering, bar service, tables, chairs, and even napkins and candles. They offered us great options and were happy to work with us when we wanted to add personal touches like cheese curds from Wisconsin, particular beers, and a signature cocktail. It was a pleasure to work with Lori, Steve, and Stephanie to make our event come to life. From the first time we met them, we could feel that they were invested in our wedding day. This was especially visible when they were on-site the day of rehearsal and wedding to ensure every detail was nailed. Plus, along the way, they were super communicative and invited us to come visit as often as we wanted while we were planning. We've received countless compliments from our guests on the beauty of the venue and the exceptional service provided by Lori, Stephanie, Steve, and their staff. We are so grateful that The Thompson Inn and Cyderhouse was the home for our wedding and we would highly recommend it to others searching for their venue.

here to make sure it all goes smoothly, and that the day is exactly what we dreamed it would be. The Thompson Inn Cyderhouse was the perfect backdrop that we envisioned. The venue is picture perfect. The scenery, including the gorgeous trees and river, as well as the Inn and Cyderhouse are all breathtaking. We booked the venue before it was completed, and can’t speak enough to how truly beautiful it is. The trees encompassed the perfect place to say “I Do”. The porch provided the perfect place for cocktail hour, and the heaters made it perfect place on the chilly October day. The cyderhouse was the perfect spot to be introduced as husband and wife, eat and dance the night away. From the bridal suite to the wine cellar, the venue was the perfect place to have our wedding. Lori and her team were professional and talented. They are truly knowledgeable of how to plan and operate the perfect wedding day. Their coordination and execution made the day possible. They made our day feel so personal, yet used what had worked in the past to make the day absolutely perfect. Throughout the planning process they checked in and really did all they could to make our wedding day the best day. They were always there to answer questions and support us every step of the way. Thank you to all at the Thompson Inn and Cyderhouse for making our wedding dreams a reality! It was truly the best day, and would not have been possible without the team at Thompson Inn and the beautiful wedding venue they have created.

e venue would come together by our wedding in June of 2018. The Inn wasn't ready by our wedding date, but we CANNOT wait to see the finished product and come back to visit. It's going to be just another amazing detail to this already over-the-top venue. Did I mention there is the most beautiful wine cellar in the basement!? We used it to do a small "wine tasting" during our reception and served wines down there that weren't being served upstairs. It was more than we imagined. I won't say how many emails and requests we had, but Lori answered every. single. one of them. She was with us every step of the way. The food - amazing. The staff was so attentive. We had a server dedicated to us and our wedding party to make sure we had plenty to eat & drink during the cocktail hour while we were taking pictures. Our glasses and plates were full when we sat down at our sweetheart table. Their site coordinator, Stephanie - no words can do her justice! She was on top of EVERYTHING. The venue looked gorgeous and everything went off without a hitch.

ounds to the valet service was beyond what I could ever imagine. The food was incredible. I particularly recommend the baked stuffed shrimp and the bacon wrapped scallops! The grounds are incredibly beautiful and the people are good souls. If you have the chance to have your wedding here, do it, and don’t think twice. We are sure happy with our choice and can’t imagine picking anywhere else for our wedding.

e to what they provide for such an incrediably fair price. What more could you ask for?

ave attended numerous weddings, and it is safe to assume that no wedding is perfect, however, I have never witnessed an event quite like this. The venue failed to provide the reception building on time as promised (the bride and groom were notified on the eve on their big day) and the venue’s alternate accommodations (to save face) were poorly planned and I use the word “planned” lightly. Reception tent was not prepared for New England weather; insufficient amount of umbrellas and rain gear provided for guests when herding them to cocktail hour and porta potty facilities clear across the property; stationary cocktail hour hors d'oeuvre were compromised from the rain as no coverage was provided; inadequate dinner serving area with no above lighting, including no heating element over carving station for the prime rib – I could go on and on. What I find more frustrating, the owner let her staff take the brunt of frustration from guests. Shame on you for not supporting your staff and shame on you for failing a little girl’s dream. Wedding: 09/09/2017

cing were held on the extensive lawn. The property is tastefully landscaped with hydrangeas, peonies and lilacs, along with overflowing flower boxes adorning the windows. The grounds are enchanting with many possibilities to plan a wedding event. So many of the guests commented on the attractiveness of the venue. The owners, the Lambs , were wonderful ! They went above and beyond to ensure that my daughter's day would be just as she visualized it. Lori Lamb's attention to detail was as though it was her own daughter's wedding. I would gladly have our next wedding at The Thompson Inn! Irene B.