Elegance Awaits at Wolf Cove Inn
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Nicole & Geoff Skidmore
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Nestled on the eastern shore of Tripp Lake in Poland, Maine, Wolf Cove Inn is a breathtaking lakeside sanctuary where nature and elegance meet. Surrounded by towering pines, lush gardens, and over 500 feet of private shoreline, our venue offers a picturesque backdrop for your "I Do’s." Whether you envision a ceremony at our handcrafted lakeside arbor, a whimsical exchange of vows in the pine grove, or an intimate gathering on our sun-drenched porch, we provide an authentic Maine experience that is both romantic and effortless.
Located 40 minutes from Portland and two hours from Boston, we specialize in intimate weddings and elopements. We are dedicated to a stress-free planning process, handling everything from professional coordination to farm-to-table dining, so you can focus entirely on your love.
Wedding Collections & Packages
All experiences include access to our private dock, kayaks, and canoes, plus a signature Maine breakfast for overnight guests.
1. The Pearl Elopement
An intimate, unfussy celebration (Available Mon–Thu).
• Included: Use of ceremony locations, an officiant, and a sparkling wine toast.
2. The Diamond Elopement
A curated, full-service elopement without the planning stress.
• Services: Officiant, witnesses, professional photography, and custom cake.
• Florals: Seasonal bouquet and boutonniere.
• Stay: Two nights of lodging with breakfast in bed.
• Wellness: One "Fire & Ice" sauna session.
3. The Signature Micro Wedding Soirée
For an elegant celebration with your closest inner circle.
• Guest Count: Up to 12 attendees.
• Lodging: Two nights for the couple in a choice of guest rooms.
• Ceremony & Reception: Choice of lakeside or indoor sites and full use of reception spaces.
• Services: Professional officiant, wedding planner, and day-of coordinator.
• Photography: Professional photography coverage included.
• Florals & Decor: Bespoke bouquet/boutonniere and access to onsite decor.
• Dining: Farm-to-table plated dinner and signature bar service at "The Den."
• Special Touches: Custom cake, sparkling wine, and a catered wedding party lunch.
• Relaxation: Three "Fire & Ice" Sauna Oasis sessions for the couple.
The Exclusive Inn Buyout Wedding Weekend
For the ultimate destination experience, reserve the entire property for an Exclusive Inn Buyout. By booking all 12 guest rooms and our private lakeside cabin, the Inn becomes your private estate for up to 50 guests. From rehearsal s’mores by the fire pit to a farewell breakfast, a buyout ensures your weekend is private and personalized. It is the perfect multi-day retreat for loved ones to gather, explore the lake, and celebrate in total intimacy.
Venue Highlights
• Stunning Views: Unobstructed sunsets over Tripp Lake.
• Accommodations: 12 guest rooms plus a private cabin with fireplaces and spa tubs.
• Year-Round Beauty: Summer lawn weddings or cozy winter fireside ceremonies.
• Sustainability: Organic, farm-to-table dining with local Maine ingredients.
Amenities + details
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
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Backyard
Beach
Waterfront
Garden
Hotel
Tented
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Bar Rental
Cakes & Desserts
Cupcakes
Other Desserts
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Wedding Design
Rentals & Equipment
Tents
Service Staff
Transportation
Shuttle Service
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Meet the team
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- Courtney WardWedding CoordinatorCreating beautiful memories in the heart of Maine is my passion. By assisting Nicole at Wolf Cove Inn, I help couples navigate their wedding journey with ease, joy, and professional support. From the first spark of an idea to the final dance, I am here to ensure that your experience is perfectly coordinated and truly special.
- Nicole & Geoff SkidmoreInnkeepersNicole and Geoff are the duo who look forward to welcoming you to Wolf Cove Inn. Their love for innkeeping developed during travels after the pandemic, when a spark of an idea developed into a burning passion project. The couple are outdoor lovers, dog parents, fitness enthusiasts, and fans of good food, wine, and whiskey, and above all else, they are proud parents to their son, Aiden.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.05 reviews
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Wolf Cove Inn is a stunning lakeside, cabin-style venue ideal for intimate elopements and small weekend buyouts. Guests praised the responsive, helpful staff and streamlined micro-wedding packages, along with excellent food and cake. On-site amenities like swimming, sauna, and beautiful sunset views made the stay relaxed and memorable.Review photos
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Angeline H
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5.0
1/26/2025
If I could give 10 stars I would.
To start, the venue is GORGEOUS. Absolutely nails the lakeside cabin in Maine vibe. Our wedding was in the winter so we leaned into the cozy cabi...
n with evergreens and it turned out incredibly combined with the fireplace and the walls of windows on both sides of the space. The view was perfect and set the tone of the whole party.
The space is small but in an good way. Nobody was bumping into anybody but it was still very intimate. If you're looking for that in a reception, this is your place.
The option to buy out the facility is affordable and made the whole event so much better. Everyone stayed on site for two days and turned it into a "destination" wedding with less travel and less cost.
On the staff.... Nicole and Geoff were fantastic! Nicole walked through every step and gave her input to help with harder choices. Geoff sorted out all of the tech and logistics.
Riley handled the majority of the coordinating outside of the paperwork and contract. She has a wonderful creative side and is so easy to work with. The entire day went off perfectly because of her efforts.
The kitchen staff is friendly, prompt and polite.
The chef.... You cannot go wrong with his food. Everything is fresh, as local as possible, in season and perfectly flavored.
The baker they work with for the cakes.... The majority of my guests agreed it was the best cake they've ever had.
Overall, for the price, this place is an absolute steal and hidden gem.
Bradley D
5.0
6/21/2026
Diamond Elopement Package 06/16/2026
If there was ever a perfect wedding, this may have been it! From first contact through checking out the day after the ceremony, Nicole, Geoff,...
and the staff at Wolf Cove Inn made our elopement magical! We chose Wolf Cove sight unseen and were completely blown away once on property. Their pictures do not do justice to just how remarkable this property truly is!
After first contact via their website and signing the contract, we were given access to Aisle Planner to begin working through the details and decisions. We were able to choose our cake flavor and design, bouquet and boutonniere, color scheme for the decorations.
Response from Wolf Cove Inn on 06/30/2026
Thank you both so much for your beautiful review! We are so happy that your Diamond Elopem...
ent here at Wolf Cove Inn felt like the prefect day! It was our pleasure and such a joy working with the two of you and our staff to help bring your wedding vision to life. I love that you enjoyed using Aisle Planner and hearing that our property exceeded your expectations - it means the world to Geoff and I and our entire team here. You two were such a wonderful couple and we hope to welcome you back to the Inn for many anniversaries to come!
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Alison C
5.0
11/03/2025
Where to begin?! We feel so incredibly lucky to have had our wedding at the gorgeous Wolf Cove Inn this past summer. We knew we wanted to have an intimate and relaxed wedding/recep...
tion with our families (and dog!) so Wolf Cove seemed like the perfect venue and when we reached out in the spring, we were thrilled that they were able to accommodate us for our 11-person wedding there less than 4 months later.
During the planning process, Nicole was so wonderful to work with and very responsive to all of our questions. The Wolf Cove micro wedding package really helped streamline decision making, while also enabling us to customize our big day as much as we wanted. We decided to add extra florals and a lobster bake dinner for our party the night before the wedding, which was wonderful! The chefs are so talented – all of the food was so delicious and we also loved the creative cocktails at the beautiful new bar. They even accommodated our desire to have the wedding dinner outside by the lake, where we were treated to the most incredible sunset!
Wolf Cove is truly such a magical place – our entire wedding party felt relaxed from the moment we checked in and went for a swim in the lake until the day we left, after enjoying the sauna/ice bath on the property. Nicole and Geoff are such wonderful and kind people – their passion for their work comes across in all that they do and they made our entire party feel completely at home during our stay. We will certainly be back!
Caroline W
5.0
5/27/2024
We loved our wedding at Wolf Cove Inn! We chose the intimate wedding with cocktail reception and it was exactly what we were looking for. The weekend was elegant yet relaxed. Nicol...
e is a fantastic wedding planner, she will help you iron out all of the details and is very accommodating, organized, and responsive. The appetizers, drinks, and wedding cake were delicious and presented so wonderfully to us after the ceremony. Our officiant made the ceremony seamless and special, and the photographer is really talented, we love our pictures! We added a pizza party the night before the wedding which lended itself well to relaxing and enjoying the inn. The morning of the wedding, we were able to kayak and canoe, and in the evenings our family was gathered around the campfire telling stories. Waking up to a house-made breakfast every morning with fresh, specialty coffee was delightful. Definitely book an hour in the sauna! All of the rooms we had booked were spacious, clean, and decorated so nicely. We all felt very comfortable during our stay. You’re also a stones throw from excellent restaurants in the Portland/Yarmouth/Lewiston area if you’re looking for a nice dinner after the reception. This is the ideal spot for an intimate wedding, we felt restored after the weekend and left with beautiful memories of our wedding and stay. Nicole, Geoff and staff are excellent hosts, Wolf Cove Inn is a gem!
Erin D
5.0
11/09/2023
The Inn is beautiful! The food and service were incredible throughout our stay. We had the perfect low key elopement, which is exactly what I’ve always wanted. The diamond elopemen...
t package was well worth it! Our photographer and the private dinner exceeded our expectations. Thank you!
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