The Fairbank Lodge, Base of Cranmore Mountain

Welcome Dinner

Cranmore Mountain Resort

Wedding Day

Scenic Chairlift "Skimobile Express" at the Base of Cranmore Mountain

Chairlift Starts

Summit of Cranmore Mountain

Ceremony

Meister Hut, Summit of Cranmore Mountain

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Zips Pub, Base of Cranmore Mountain

After Party

             

Cranmore Map

Our Wedding

The day we officially met was also the day before the world shut down due to COVID-19. Rachel was originally supposed to go to a Saint Patrick's Day parade before it got canceled and her friends decided to go to 3 Brothers Winery. Dillon was working in the brewery that day and we got to talking as he thought we looked familiar from our Oswego days. Rachel gave Dillon her number. Over the next few days, we learned that in college, we not only had many of the same friends, but we were also at many of the same bars, games, events, and parties, and even took a class together. We'd been there all along, but finally, our paths crossed.

Then, we officially started dating. We talked and decided it was time to make things official and start our adventure in New York together. Shortly after, we moved into our first one-bedroom apartments in the same complex and began to fall in love.

About a year later, we quit our jobs, broke our leases, and started our journey. We traveled the country in Rachel's Nissan Sentra with Haven in tow. Starting in New England, we drove down the east coast, across the southern border, up the west coast, and through the middle of the country. Thanks to many of our wonderful family and friends who we stayed with and those who joined us along the way, we had an absolutely incredible, unforgettable adventure.

Then, we moved to Maine. We can confidently say it was the greatest decision of our entire lives. Experiencing summer, fall, spring, and even winter has been nothing short of magical. Exploring the beauty of the sea, the mountains, and everything in between has been therapeutic in so many ways. We have fallen head over heels in love with Vacationland and our life here.

The day Dillon proposed, we drove up the coast along Route 1 (something we did along the West Coast Route 1 in California during our cross-country roadtrip, which was one of our most memorable experiences). We found a beautiful cliff walk trail and when we got to the overlook, after taking some cute family photos, Dillon asked to take one more and when Rachel turned around, he was on one knee. The proposal was spontaneous, beautiful, and soo very special. We spent the next 2 hours sharing this once in a lifetime moment being the only people in the world who knew and then walked through christmas lights, shops, and got dinner together in Freeport.

Dillon decided it wasn't fair Rachel was the only one who got to wear a ring and shared that he wanted an engagement ring tattoo. The tattoo is modeled after the cover art for the song "Light My Love" by Greta Van Fleet, a band that is near and dear to both of our hearts. Many of you probably don't know, but Rachel proposed to Dillon at Mackworth Island in Portland. Nothing about our relationship has been conventional or traditional. We celebrate each other for who we are despite all else and learn to thrive in exploring the world in our own ways. Rachel took the opportunity to celebrate Dillon in a special way.

Our Story

Wedding Photos

https://meganlachancephotography.pixieset.com/rachelanddillon-cranmoremountain/

Wedding Video

https://app.frame.io/r/c3dcbff7-aaf1-4e00-b744-200dd5d3eafc

Our Engagement Photos

by Megan Lachance Photography

Photos

Alexa

Kayden

Adam

Ryan

Eric

Jimmy

Emile & Liam

Haven Rae

Wedding Party

Q + A

This location is on-site at Cranmore Mountain Resort. Can book on <a href="https://www.vrbo.com/search/keywords:north-conway-new-hampshire-united-states-of-america/arrival:2024-10-11/departure:2024-10-14?adultsCount=10&amp;petIncluded=false" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vrbo</a> or <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/s/north-conway--nh/homes?query=North%20Conway%2C%20New%20Hampshire%2C%20United%20States&amp;tab_id=home_tab&amp;refinement_paths%5B%5D=%2Fhomes&amp;place_id=ChIJzW0AIOags0wRh_RKf1Jx1Zs&amp;flexible_trip_lengths%5B%5D=one_week&amp;price_filter_input_type=0&amp;price_filter_num_nights=5&amp;channel=EXPLORE&amp;date_picker_type=calendar&amp;checkin=2024-10-11&amp;checkout=2024-10-14&amp;source=structured_search_input_header&amp;search_type=filter_change" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Airbnb</a>.10 condos are managed by Fairfield by Mariott and will become available Mar 2024, but can possibly try to call <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=kearsarge%20brook%20condos&amp;oq=kear&amp;aqs=chrome.1.69i57j35i39j46i175i199i512j0i131i433i512j46i175i199i512j46i512l2j46i199i433i465i512j0i512l2.2150j0j4&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;tbs=lf:1,lf_ui:1&amp;tbm=lcl&amp;sxsrf=APwXEdcjKs8uSoTxLPrmHQfAqXqhX2kOHg:1681583524147&amp;rflfq=1&amp;num=10&amp;rldimm=8842912747291626508&amp;lqi=ChZrZWFyc2FyZ2UgYnJvb2sgY29uZG9zSL22iYb7rICACFomEAAQARACGAIiFmtlYXJzYXJnZSBicm9vayBjb25kb3MqBAgDEAKSAQVob3RlbJoBJENoZERTVWhOTUc5blMwVkpRMEZuU1VSQk0xQXlhWFZuUlJBQqoBLxABKgoiBmNvbmRvcygAMh8QASIbMFJxpfZtlskeN1cA5BO7UvMpepjKIs2dflE74AEA&amp;phdesc=XnOXOw2_w-w&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiCtPfkwqz-AhVmjIkEHSboCsIQvS56BAgPEAE&amp;sa=X&amp;rlst=f#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">(866) 422-0585</a> in advance to hold. Condos vary in the number of bedrooms (sleeps 4-12 people)

Cranmore Condominium Lodging

This location is on-site at Cranmore Mountain Resort. There is a 2-night minimum. There are 20 rooms blocked. 30 days prior to the wedding, they will open to the public and the discounted rate will no longer be available. King Standards at $309 (sleeps 1-2)Queen Standards at $319 (sleeps 1-4)

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott North Conway

This location is 1.5 miles from Cranmore Mountain Resort. There is a 2-night minimum. There are 30 rooms blocked. 3 weeks prior to the wedding, they will open to the public and the discounted rate will no longer be available. King Rooms at $146 (sleeps 1-2)Double Queen Rooms at $162 (sleeps 1-4)One Bedroom Suites at $186 (sleeps 1-6)

Eastern Inn & Suites

This location is 1 mile from Cranmore Mountain Resort. There is a 3-night minimum. There are 17 rooms blocked. 2 months prior to the wedding, they will open to the public and the discounted rate will no longer be available. Village Place Rooms at $199 (sleeps 1-4)Efficiency Rooms at $299 (sleeps 1-4)Bedroom/Living Room Units at $409 (sleeps 1-4)

Eastern Slope Inn Resort

OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS NEARBY

Golden Gables Inn (2.1 miles away) estimate $229-259/nightComfort Inn &amp; Suites (2.3 miles away) estimate $240-255/nightGreen Granite Inn (2.5 miles away) estimate $152-161/nightResidence Inn (2.8 miles away) estimate $350/nightYankee Clipper Motor Inn (2.8 miles away) estimate $240-260/nightQuality Inn (3.2 miles away) estimate $290-330/night There are also plenty of Vrbos, Airbnbs, Hotels, and Motels within 4 miles of Cranmore Mountain Resort.

Travel

Drive The Kancamagus Highway

Conway Scenic Railroad

Mountain Bikes available to rent at Cranmore Mountain ResortPossible group rate using code: Cronin-McDonald Other local bike &amp; walking paths around the area also!

Mountain Biking & Trails

Discounted Tickets for Wedding GuestsCode: Cronin-McDonald Wedding

Cranmore Mountain Resort - Adventure Park

Explore downtown North Conway, just walking distance away from Cranmore Mountain Resort!Visit Zeb's General Store, local coffee shops, cafes, breweries, restaurants, shops, and more!

North Conway Village

Story Land

Hikes Local to North Conway

Albany Covered Bridge&nbsp;– Passaconaway Rd, Albany, NH (one of the stops along Kancamagus Highway).Saco River Covered Bridge&nbsp;– East Side Rd, Conway, NHBartlett Covered Bridge&nbsp;– 29 Birch Lea, Intervale, NHSwift River Covered Bridge&nbsp;– West Side Rd, North Conway, NHHoneymoon Covered Bridge&nbsp;– 16 Main St, Jackson, NHWhittier River Covered Bridge&nbsp;– 19 Nuud, West Ossipee, NH

Explore Covered Bridges

AND MORE!

Things to Do

Registry

OUR WISH LIST

As we plan for our future together, we've decided to forgo traditional registry gifts and instead, ask for contributions towards our honeymoon or first home. This will allow for a special way for us to start an amazing life together as husband and wife.

HONEYMOON FUND

HOME FUND

If you prefer to gift onlinerather than in-person,Venmo: Dillon-McDonald-1

Rachel & Dillon

Rachel & Dillon

Wedding Party