We had our wedding June 2nd of this year (2018) and we rented out the whole Inn and both the container-minium and Christmas house for the whole weekend, Friday through Sunday. I literally cannot express enough how amazed I am by not only the be...auty of the Inn and landscape surrounding it, but by how truly amazing the owners, Laura and Steve, are as well!
As soon as you pull onto the road, you lose your breath from the beauty of the Maine mountains. The Inn gets closer and you get to see first hand how much time and love has been put into the Inn and the grounds. It is welcoming and homey with a touch of uniqueness that puts it above any other vendors we had looked at. Each room at the Inn has its own theme, which is something we, and our guests, absolutely loved. This place, is something beyond words. A getaway you need to experience for yourself to really understand how beautiful and amazing, it truly is.
Running right in next to the amazingness of the Tortoise and The Mare, are Laura and Steve, the owners. My husband and I had quite a few monkey wrenches thrown into our planning for our wedding and Laura and Steve went above and beyond in doing their best to accommodate our needs. Laura was very quick with responses and ideas when we were having difficulties deciding which ideas would work best for the type of wedding we were trying to have. They offered any help they could, from painting signs to taking pictures of my daughter and I making center centerpieces in the Inns kitchen. All the while, being respectful of our space and making sure they were around if we needed anything. Truly two of the most kindhearted and genuinely caring people I have met. They wanted to make sure, our day was perfect and it was beyond that. It was a breathtaking day that I wish I could do over again. I would never have chosen another place to have my magical day. The mountains made for a beautiful backdrop, the Owners made for easy planning and carefree stay and lets not forget Hartley and the tortoise ( because who doesn't love a horse and a tortoise). I will be visiting again and hopefully soon. Many great memories made and more to come! Absolutely love this place, couldn't recommend it enough! <3
Love and Blessing,
Mr. and Mrs. O'Brien Jr.