The Night Before Rehearsal Dinner

Shepherd's Run

Wedding Day

Shepherds Run

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Audrey's Coffee House & Lounge

After Party

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Winter

Our Wedding

Our story began in the late spring of 2020 during the unlikeliest of times of the Covid pandemic. Despite the challenges faced due to lockdowns and social restrictions, we found each other on a dating app called Bumble. We had our first date at Midtown Oyster Bar in Newport, RI. Ian was a Boston city-boy and I was a small-town Rhode Island gal.&nbsp; We immediately bonded over espresso martinis and our shared love for our dogs. Ian had just adopted the cutest Goldendoodle puppy I had ever seen, Finley. We enjoyed every summer weekend together thereafter, splitting our time between Newport and Boston. We went out to the most wonderful dinners, soaked in the sun at beautiful beaches, and met each other's closest friends. Our immediate connection was undeniable and our two furry companions became fast friends.&nbsp; As our relationship blossomed, we decided to embark on a new adventure together; we took a leap of faith and moved to Nashville, TN. It's been an incredible journey and we both feel so incredibly blessed to have found one another. We can not wait to see what the future holds for us and our little four-legged family members.

The Future Flannerys

Our Story

Photos

Michele

Meghan

Stephaney

Michael

Kara 

Andy

Nicole 

Taylor

Marissa 

James

Sabrina 

Matt

Wedding Party

Q + A

Shepherd's Run is a destination estate winery, resort and event venue set on a picturesque thirty-six acres in bucolic Rhode Island. Established in 1933, Shepherd's Run was once the summer residence of Rush Sturges and Elizabeth Hazard Sturges. The original manor was designed in the Norman Romanesque style by Thomas Pam Cope and the gardens were designed by famed landscape architect Beatrix Ferrand.

The Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites in South Kingstown is located closest to our venue, Shepherds Run. *A complimentary Shuttle Service will be provided from the Fairfield Inn to Shepherds Run. The shuttle will make two trips. The first shuttle departs at 4:20 PM and the second shuttle departs at 4:30 PM. We kindly ask that you arrive promptly to ensure a smooth and timely transfer. Guest may arrive at Shepherd's Run no earlier than 4:30 PM. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Fairfield Inn & Suites South Kingstown Newport Area

The Holiday Inn is located a few miles down the road from our venue, Shepherds Run. (7 minutes drive to venue) *A complimentary Shuttle Service will be provided from the Holiday Inn to Shepherds Run. The shuttle will make two trips. The first shuttle departs at 4:20 PM and the second shuttle departs at 4:30 PM. We kindly ask that you arrive promptly to ensure a smooth and timely transfer. Guest may arrive at Shepherd's Run no earlier than 4:30 PM. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Holiday Inn South Kingstown (Newport Area), an IHG Hotel

Hotels in Newport are approximately 20 - 25 minutes away from our venue. If you wish to stay in Newport please book ahead as Memorial Day weekend tends to book quickly. Visit the link to learn more about available hotel options in Newport, RI. *Please consider taking a UBER or LYFT as we have open throughout the night

Newport Hotels

Do not forget to consider Airbnb and Vrbo as great options! In order closest to our venue we recommend searching these towns. - South Kingstown, RI- Narragansett, RI- Newport, RI *Please consider taking a UBER or LYFT as we have open throughout the night

Airbnb & Vrbo

Travel

We highly recommend checking out Newport Vineyards. A beverage and culinary destination that blends together award-winning wine, fresh craft beer, farm-to-table dining experiences and unique events situated on over 100 acres of preserved farmland. Experience a touch of Napa just minutes from Newport, RI

Newport Vineyards & Restaurant

10 miles of commanding coastline meets one winding road on Newport’s iconic Ocean Drive. Start your journey just off historic Bellevue Avenue and continue along for an undeniably tranquil journey with heart-stopping views. You’ll pass by Gilded Age mansions, Hammersmith Farm where Jackie Kennedy grew up,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.discovernewport.org/listing/brenton-point-state-park/400/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Brenton Point State Park</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.discovernewport.org/listing/fort-adams-state-park/3509/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fort Adams State Park</a>, and Gooseberry Beach, a favorite summertime spot. Don’t forget to roll the windows down to catch the soothing sound of rippling waves meeting the shoreline.

Ocean Drive, Newport, RI

Craving serenity? Newport's enchanting 3.5-mile Cliff Walk is the perfect place for your moment of peace.&nbsp;This is also where Ian and I got engaged! Panoramic ocean views, crashing waves and the perfect amount of sea breeze on one side and stunning, century-old, Gilded Age mansions on the other; heaven is a place on earth. Download the official Cliff Walk Commission's map&nbsp;<a href="https://assets.simpleviewinc.com/simpleview/image/upload/v1/clients/newportri/Cliff_Walk_NewportRI_2023_65efd116-4be0-42b9-9346-c9591ff50376.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.&nbsp;

Forty steps - Cliff walk

Looking for things to do on the Classic Coast? Visit the link to learn more about the mansion, food, museum, and boat tours!

Newport Tours

Clarke Cook House is one of our favorite restaurants. They have amazing food and drinks! If you are planning to dine at Cook House, be sure to secure reservations 1-2 weeks ahead. We recommend trying their Espresso Martinis or Newport Waters!

Clarke Cooke House

Ian and I had our very first date here! Great food and drinks right in downtown Newport!

Midtown Oyster Bar

Are you ready to try the best lobster roll of your life? Reservations are recommended for indoor and outdoor dining. Seating on the Lawn is on a "first come, first served basis." The lawn is open from 11:00 AM until sunset daily, weather permitting. Beverage service only. They also offer complimentary valet parking.

Castle Hill Inn

For more Newport activities including restaurants, shops, entertainment, and beaches please visit the link!

For More Newport Activities

Easton's Beach is the largest of the beaches in Newport, RI locally known as First Beach. Located on Memorial Boulevard at the start of the city's famed Cliff Walk, Easton's Beach occupies 3/4 mile long stretch of sand with a boardwalk and Atlantic-facing surf,

Easton's Beach

Narragansett Town Beach is a classic New England Saltwater Coastal Beach Front that offers some of the best, cleanest, and most accessible beach conditions for residents and visitors. Located in the center of town and close to shops and restaurants.

Stephanie & Ian

Stephanie & Ian

S&I

Wedding Day

5:00 PM–5:30 PM

Ceremony

5:30 PM–6:30 PM

Cocktail Hour

6:30 PM–10:30 PM

Reception

11:00 PM–1:00 AM

After Party