Best of 2024: Vermont Wedding Venues

Vermont is home to some of the most breathtaking wedding venues, offering everything from cozy barns with rustic charm to grand estates exuding timeless elegance (and everything in between!) Whether couples dream of exchanging vows under the open sky surrounded by mountain views or dancing the night away in a beautifully restored historic space, these Vermont wedding venues provide the perfect backdrop for unforgettable celebrations. Each one has its own unique story, character, and magic. Explore this year’s nominees, discover your favorites, and help us celebrate the places that make Vermont weddings so extraordinary.

What is the Vermont Weddings ‘Best Of’ Series?

It’s that time of year—our Vermont Weddings Best of Series is here! We’re celebrating the amazing work of Vermont’s top wedding professionals this wedding season, and we need your help to pick the best of the best. Check out the entries, get inspired, and vote for your favorites via the form at the end of this blog post. At the end of it all, we’ll announce the Reader’s Choice winners. Let’s celebrate together!

ECHO

Why couples love it: Echo, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain is such a special venue! Located in Burlington, not only does it have sweeping views of beautiful Lake Champlain, but it is also a museum (which couples and their guests have full access to), making it the perfect spot for an all-ages event.
 
 

Trapp Family Lodge

Why couples love it: “The hills are alive with the sound of music”! Steeped in the legacy of the famous von Trapp family, Trapp Family Lodge blends Austrian-inspired charm with warm Vermont hospitality. With space for over 200 guests, on-site lodging, and expertly crafted wedding coordination, couples can enjoy a seamless and stress-free celebration!

Photographer: M. Toone Photography

Florals: Anaphora 

The Inn at Grace Farm

Why couples love it: The Inn at Grace Farm is located in Fairfax, Vermont and is the perfect setting for a private celebration! From the moment you arrive and settle into your accommodations, the property becomes your private estate to enjoy with loved ones all weekend long. It also has on-site accommodations for up to 32 guests.
 
Photographer: Sunset Hill Photography

The Highgate Manor

Why couples love it: Highgate Manor seamlessly blends history with modern luxury, offering a timeless setting for weddings of all sizes. With over 200 years of history, this Victorian-era estate features beautifully preserved elegance alongside updated amenities, including lush gardens, a caterer’s kitchen, and a climate-controlled ballroom perfect for receptions. The manor’s romantic charm and sophisticated details create an unforgettable backdrop for couples looking to celebrate their love in a venue that honors both past and present.

Farmhouse Flowers

Why couples love it: Farmhouse Flowers VT  is blooming with beauty! As the name suggests, this gorgeous venue is nestled among the lush flower gardens, from which the team crafts stunning wedding floral arrangements and bouquets. The timber frame reception barn is equally lovely.
 
Photographer: Melissa Lynn Images

Sleepy Hollow Inn – Weddings, Ski & Bike Center

Why couples love it: Sleepy Hollow Inn is known for its breathtaking views of Vermont’s Camel’s Hump and its unique, 17-sided Round Barn. This all-in-one venue includes a two-night stay for up to 22 guests, cozy inn accommodations, and access to scenic grounds with trails, camping, and a bonfire pit. Plus, with solar-powered sustainability and fresh maple syrup, your wedding is as green as it is gorgeous.

Photographer: Photos by Kintz

Casa Di Mangano

Why couples love it: Casa Di Mangano is the perfect venue for couples who dream big and love a hands-on approach to their wedding day. Nestled in the serene landscape of Jamaica, Vermont, this unique retreat offers a blank canvas for creative celebrations, whether intimate or elaborate. With five charming tiny homes to stay in and sprawling open fields, the space invites couples to craft a wedding that’s truly their own! 

Photographer: Madison Anne Studio

Topnotch Resort

Why couples love it: Topnotch Resort offers an elegant mountain wedding experience in the heart of Stowe, Vermont. Blending the warmth of a ski lodge with the luxury of a world-class resort, Topnotch specializes in seasonal tented weddings with breathtaking surroundings. Guests can enjoy on-site accommodations, fine dining, and a range of activities, including the award-winning spa and tennis facilities. 

Photographer: Rodeo & Co

Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home

Why couples love it: Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home offers a wedding experience steeped in history! This 412-acre estate provides a stunning backdrop, with panoramic views of the Green Mountains, the Battenkill River Valley, and Equinox Mountain. Couples can exchange vows at the scenic overlook, enjoy cocktails in the formal gardens, and celebrate in the grand, new Lincoln Hall. With farm-to-table cuisine and a setting that feels like a world of its own, Hildene is an unforgettable venue where history and natural beauty come together for a truly luxurious and timeless wedding.

Videographer: Eightzero2 Productions

Lake Morey Resort

Why couples love it: Lake Morey Resort is a waterfront venue that combines natural beauty and exceptional service. Say your vows against the backdrop of the serene lake and celebrate in one of four elegant reception spaces, accommodating up to 250 guests. Couples love the resort’s year-round charm, with cozy accommodations and a variety of activities, from golf and biking to kayaking and boat tours. 

Photographer: Portrait Gallery

Common Ground Center

Who couples love it: Common Ground Center offers a rustic and nature-filled wedding experience on 700 acres of Vermont wilderness in Starksboro. Just 30 minutes from Burlington, this seasonal venue is ideal for couples seeking a scenic countryside celebration. With options ranging from open fields for starlit ceremonies to the cathedral-like Hay Barn for an indoor setting, the property provides endless possibilities. The reception hall features a stunning bamboo dance floor, while on-site accommodations—including 20 unique cabins and a lodge—allow guests to fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty. 

Photographer: Moho Photo

Kimpton Taconic Hotel

Why couples love it: Kimpton Taconic Hotel blends modern elegance with Vermont charm, offering a picturesque setting in Manchester’s Green Mountains. With stylish indoor and outdoor spaces, on-site catering, and stellar service, it’s perfect for every wedding moment—from the rehearsal dinner to the farewell brunch. Guests will love the luxurious accommodations and easy access to outdoor adventures, boutique shopping, and local attractions. 

Photographer: J&J Photography

Florals: M’s Wedding Flowers

Reading Farms Estate

Why couples love it: Reading Farms Estate is a secluded and historic 400-acre estate in the heart of Vermont’s Green Mountains, offering unmatched privacy and timeless elegance.  The estate features accommodations for up to 40 guests, private hiking trails, a pool, a home theater, and even a private helipad. Partnering with On Thyme Events for seamless planning, catering, and design, Reading Farms Estate provides a breathtaking and effortlessly refined setting for a one-of-a-kind wedding experience.

The Mansfield Barn

Why couples love it: The Mansfield Barn is a beautifully renovated 150-year-old barn with unique charm and modern amenities. Located at the foot of Mount Mansfield, the Barn offers stunning views of the countryside. A private outdoor ceremony site is also on the property and has gorgeous foliage views, as well as the top of Mt. Mansfield.

Photographer: Kevin Goddard Photography

Sugarbush Resort

Why couples love it: Sugarbush Resort is a premier four-season wedding destination in Vermont’s picturesque Mad River Valley, offering a full wedding weekend experience. With multiple ceremony and reception venues, including a private chairlift-accessible mountaintop meadow, couples can create a celebration as unique as their love story. Guests can enjoy luxury slope-side accommodations, a variety of mountain activities, and local attractions, from scenic hikes to farmers’ markets and breweries.

Photographer: Coryn Kiefer Photography

Tälta Lodge

Why couples love it: Tälta Lodge Bluebird is a wedding destination designed for couples who embrace adventure. Built for all four seasons, the property offers amenities like gear storage, a pump track, an indoor pool, and a sauna—creating the ideal basecamp for skiing, mountain biking, fly fishing, and hiking. For couples seeking a wedding experience that blends nature and modern comfort, Tälta Lodge Bluebird is the perfect place to start the journey.

Photographer: Zack Griswold

Planner: Sara Judith Events

Videographer: Beyond Bliss Films

Crofter’s Green

Why couples love it: Crofter’s Green is a hidden gem in Montgomery Center. Offering unique on-site accommodations (each with its own theme!), a fire pit, and three uninterrupted days of celebration with every wedding package, the venue creates an upscale, adult summer camp atmosphere. Fully customizable with a variety of vendor options, Crofter’s Green provides the perfect setting for a personalized and unforgettable wedding experience.

Photographer: Isora Lithgow Creations

Planner: I Dews Design & Events

The Barn at Boyden Farm

Why couples love it: The Barn at Boyden Farm offers a breathtaking Vermont wedding experience, nestled in the scenic Lamoille River Valley. With a post-and-beam ceremony site, a charming outdoor patio, and 54 acres of rolling farmland, this historic venue perfectly captures Northern Vermont’s beauty. The lovingly restored hayloft barn blends rustic charm with modern comforts, including state-of-the-art heating and cooling, ensuring a seamless celebration in any season. 

Photographer: Sean Hood Photography

Wilburton Inn

Why couples love it: Wilburton Innis a 30-acre historic estate that feels secluded yet is close to everything! The historic mansion is the centerpiece for a full weekend celebration with an outdoor ceremony on the grand lawn, cocktail hour at the patio bar, and receptions for 200+ in their Vermont Marble Pavilion Tent. Wilburton Inn provides onsite lodging for 100+ guests with a pool, tennis, and lawn games. Your guests may never want to leave!

Photographer: Anne Mientka Photo

The Tillerman

Why couples love it: The Tillerman is a charming wedding venue where history, nature, and thoughtful details come together. Set in a beautifully restored 1790s inn, restaurant, and event space, it offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like home! With cozy on-site accommodations for up to 19 guests and impeccably sourced farm-to-table cuisine (loved by the New York Times!), The Tillerman provides an intimate and unforgettable experience for couples and their guests.

Photographer: Last Light Photography

Mountain Top Resort

Why couples love it: Mountain Top Resort offers a breathtaking wedding setting with panoramic lake and mountain views in Chittenden, Vermont. With multiple ceremony and reception sites, on-site accommodations, an award-winning culinary team, and dedicated wedding planners, every detail of your day is expertly handled. 

Photographer: Juniper Studios

Woodstock Inn & Resort

Why couples love it: Woodstock Inn & Resort is the epitome of timeless elegance, offering a stunning setting for weddings in the heart of Vermont. With a variety of beautiful venues accommodating up to 225 guests, luxurious accommodations, and exceptional farm-to-table dining, it provides a seamless and sophisticated wedding experience. Couples love the personalized service, dedicated wedding coordinators, and the charm of Vermont’s most beautiful address, making every celebration unforgettable.

Photographer: Through Lindsey’s Lens

Florals: M’s Wedding Flowers

Pleasant Valley Orchards

Why couples love it: Pleasant Valley Orchards is Vermont’s newest hidden gem, already capturing the hearts of couples seeking a breathtaking wedding backdrop. Nestled between Burlington and Stowe, this scenic venue offers panoramic views of Mount Mansfield and the tranquil beauty of the countryside. Designed for those who want to savor every moment, Pleasant Valley Orchards provides a relaxed experience where celebrations unfold without the rush. Surrounded by lush orchards and Vermont’s natural charm, it’s the perfect setting for an unforgettable wedding.

The Farmhouse at Sunset Pond

Why couples love it: The Farmhouse at Sunset Pond is the Essex Resort and Spa’s newest addition and is already becoming a beloved wedding venue due to its picturesque grounds, exceptional hospitality, and convenient location to many of the area’s big attractions. The Farmhouse at Sunset Pond is a modern farmhouse-style venue with a stunning stone fireplace, panoramic windows, and an expansive deck overlooking Sunset Pond that offers breathtaking sunset views. 

Lareau Farm Inn

Why couples love it: Lareau Farm Inn is a classic Vermont farmhouse venue in Waitsfield, Vermont. Couples can exchange vows in a lush meadow at our ceremony arch, and celebrate your reception with loved ones in our rustic barn pavilion. As the home of American Flatbread, they also offer delicious catering, including their famous wood-fired pizza!

Photographer: Amelia Marie Photography

Grand Isle Lake House

Why couples love it: Grand Isle Lake House offers a breathtaking lakeside setting for weddings from May to October, with sweeping views of Lake Champlain and the Green Mountains. This beautifully restored historic home features 13 elegant guest rooms and an expansive wraparound porch, perfect for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and intimate receptions. With Let’s Pretend Catering providing full-service, customized menus, and bar service, couples can enjoy a seamless, stress-free celebration in one of the state’s most peaceful locations.

Photographer: Elsie Goodman Photography

The Soule House & Carriage Barn

Why couples love it: The Soule House & Carriage Barn is an intimate, rustic wedding venue. Couples enjoy exclusive weekend access to the charming barn, the spacious grounds, and the cozy home, which accommodates select overnight guests.

Readers Choice Awards

Now that you’ve seen our picks for the best Vermont wedding venues in 2024, it’s time for you to vote! We’ll share your top picks for each category at the beginning of February.

Best of 2024: Dishes & Desserts

Food is at the heart of any celebration! From delicious grazing tables to elegant cakes that double as works of art, these delicious delights add flavor and personality to the big day. Whether it’s a towering confection, a fun twist on traditional sweets, or a memorable meal that left guests raving, this Best Of category celebrates the food and desserts from Vermont wedding caterers and bakers that wowed taste buds and brought smiles to every guest. Indulge in the mouthwatering magic below and don’t forget to vote for your favorite.

What is the Vermont Weddings ‘Best Of’ Series?

It’s that time of year—our Vermont Weddings Best of Series is here! We’re celebrating the amazing work of Vermont’s top wedding professionals this wedding season, and we need your help to pick the best of the best. Check out the entries, get inspired, and vote for your favorites via the form at the end of this blog post. At the end of it all, we’ll announce the Reader’s Choice winners. Let’s celebrate together!

Mountains of Flavor

This cake is one of baker Jenica’s standout creations from the past wedding season! Its unique and colorful design showcases a variety of techniques, including stenciling on fondant and piping large buttercream flowers. What truly sets it apart are the personal touches, like the couple’s love of little houses, making it a beautifully meaningful centerpiece.

Baker: Fancy Pants Cakes

Photo by Fancy Pants Cakes and edited by Idena Beach Photography

Taste of Vermont

Spotted: dishes that are the perfect way to infuse a taste of Vermont into every moment of your celebration! Take a look at these show-stopping appetizers from Black Radish Catering. A Mozzarella Arancini that features fresh mozzarella tucked into risotto, breaded, lightly fried, and finished in the oven, served with fresh basil, shaved Parmesan, and Pomodoro sauce. And don’t miss the Vermont maple hoisin-glazed pork meatballs—an undeniable crowd-pleaser. 

Caterer: Black Radish Catering

Venue: Isham Family Farm

Myer Me, Greta!

How many people can say they had their own custom ice cream flavor made for their special day? This beautiful bride worked at Ben & Jerry’s for over 20 years earning herself a limited batch lemon and blueberry flavor for her and her husband’s wedding.

And yes, your eyes are not deceiving you! That really is Ben and Jerry’s founders Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield celebrating with the happy couple!

Photographer: Eaton Photo

Venue: Sleepy Hollow Inn

Catering: Green Meadows Catering Co

Dessert: Ben & Jerry’s

Hair: Salon Vermont – Brittany Nichols

Makeup: Sammiiglam

Coordinator: Love Birds Wedding Company

Florals and Officiant: Carmen George Weddings

Log Cabin Love

This sweet array of cupcakes and donuts found their home inside the tiniest log cabin we ever did see! Paired with a little a-frame, this spread truly encapsulates the Vermont vibe like no other.

Baker: Blue House Bakeshop Dessert

Venue: Sugarbush Resort

Photographer: Katie Krem Photography

Florals: Glad Farm

Planner: Assorted Artistries

Berries & Blooms

A simple yet stunning creation serves as the most captivating centerpiece for this couple’s special day! This whimsical cake ties together joyfully coordinated flowers and strawberries throughout the three tiers with stunning ribbon-like piping. Truly a sight to behold!

Baker: The Goose Chase Cake Design

Photographer: Lillian Seibert Photography

Venue: Mountain Top Resort

Florals: Honey Flora

Sweet Beginnings

This gave their California guests a true taste of Vermont with maplecCreemee cups from Mac’s Maple Farm. Adding a personal touch, a vintage ice cream cart featured their beloved cats’ names as part of the maple creemee cart display. For the couple, it was an extra special treat—it marked their very first Vermont creemee experience, and as you can see in photo #2, the bride gave it her seal of approval!

Venue: Quechee Inn

Creemees: Mac’s Maple

Photographer: Harper Photo Co.

Planner: I Dews Design & Events

 Florals: Oak & Bee Florals

Cheese Lovers’ Paradise

In Vermont, we take immense pride in our dairy, and this grazing table is a testament to that! Overflowing with epic selections of local cheeses, fresh fruits, vibrant berries, and an array of crackers, it’s a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds.

Caterer: Backyard Bistro

Venue: Old Lantern Inn

Baked with Butterflies

This cake brought the couple’s vision to life with its stunning design, featuring butterflies, greenery, candles, and vibrant florals. The pastel color palette and intricate details created a beautiful centerpiece that perfectly complemented the day’s theme.

Baker: Cronin Cakes & Sweets

Photographer: Jenna Brisson

Florals: Tipsy Tulip Designs

Planner: Sara Judith Events

Venue: Trapp Family Lodge

Gimme Some Sugar

This display of cake pops by Sweet Vermont Treats is truly a scrumptious sight! Dusted in sprinkles, this perfect array of cake pops features delicious flavor options of confetti, chocolate, and lemon.

Baker: Sweet Vermont Treats

Photographer: Courtney Cania Photography

Venue: The Barn at Top of The World

Planner: Emily Scherer Coordination

Scooping Up Love

This couple took a sweet pause on their wedding day to soak in the moment—and enjoy a Vermont classic: maple creemees (our take on soft serve). A refreshing and delicious treat, perfect for a summer celebration! Some venues have their own creemee machines, or you can go the extra mile by renting a creemee truck, making dessert time even more fun for you and your guests.

Photographer: Kevin Goddard Photography

Venue: The Mansfield Barn

Florals: Memory Lane Floral Designs

Catering: Jericho Cafe and Tavern

Readers Choice Awards

Now that you’ve seen our picks for the best Vermont desserts in 2024, it’s time for you to vote! We’ll share your top picks for each category at the end of the month.

A Retro Style Wedding at The Mansfield Barn

If you’re excited by the thought of being married in the foothills of Vermont’s tallest mountain, then The Mansfield Barn in Jericho is the place for you! Despite being built in 1840, The Mansfield Barn looks as good as new as a result of its loving restoration by the Allendorf Family.  Couple Jordan and Frank found that it was the perfect wedding venue for them to curate a colorful, retro-inspired wedding. Read more to hear about how they made this timeless wedding venue their own and see every detail  beautifully captured by Kevin Goddard Photography.

Planning a Destination Wedding in Vermont

Jordan and Frank are both originally from Southern California, and considered hosting their wedding in California at first, but they really wanted to share the beauty of Vermont with their guests.  Jordan and Frank aimed for a retro, laid-back, and summery atmosphere, using Pinterest to convey their vision to vendors. (This vision played a significant role in choosing The Mansfield Barn as their venue!) Jordan was charmed by the venue’s vintage elements and connected with the owner, Grant, who shared her passion for all things vintage.

About 95% of the guests traveled to make it to Vermont – so it became a destination wedding for most of them. Jordan and Frank wanted to share with their guests how grateful they were that all of their guests traveled such a long way for their wedding, especially since many of them had difficult journeys to make it to our state. So many of their guests ended up exploring other parts of the state while they were visiting as well, and did fun things like visiting the Ben and Jerry’s factory, Lake Champlain, or getting a true Vermont staple: maple creemees! 

A Beautiful Day with Bright Florals, Family, and Unique Vintage Touches

The couple exchanged vows on Mansfield’s verdant lawn, surrounded by tons of natural beauty. Embracing a rustic aesthetic, they chose a gray wooden frame as their altar that elegantly highlighted the surrounding trees. The breathtaking vista of Vermont’s rolling hills and dense forests served as their backdrop. The couple enlisted Kate from Memory Lane Floral Designs to craft wildflower-inspired bouquets. Kate flawlessly captured Jordan’s desire for poppies and tulips to be prominent in her wedding arrangements. Known for being challenging to work with, tulips and peonies were meticulously preserved throughout the day thanks to Kate’s expertise. The combination of vivid orange poppies and delicate pink tulips evoked freshly gathered garden blooms, much to Jordan’s delight as it matched her Pinterest dreams!

After the ceremony, guests made their way to the venue’s large, vintage red barn where Grant and a day-of coordinator had prepared a gorgeous reception venue. Dark wood Chiavari chairs paired seamlessly with white fabric drapes and string lights hung from above created a romantic atmosphere. Brightly colored florals enlivened the rustic wooden tables and chairs, achieving the nostalgic look they desired. One touching detail was a vintage window frame inscribed with Jordan and Frank’s names, an affectionate quote, and their wedding date — thoughtfully positioned over their sweetheart table. Jericho, Vermont staple  Jericho Cafe and Tavern ensured guests were well fed and fueled for an evening of celebrating!

As night fell, they relished creamy delights from Grant’s vintage ice cream stand—capturing iconic Vermont moments in photos while seated on Adirondack chairs outside the barn. To round off their celebration, DJ Bucky from SuperSounds kept guests dancing all night long!

When Jordan and Frank were planning their wedding, they sought to incorporate Jordan’s profession as a schoolteacher in a distinctive way. Consequently, instead of opting for traditional wedding transportation, the couple selected a classic yellow school bus to bring all their guests to The Mansfield Barn. We adore how the bus highlighted Jordan’s career while adding to the nostalgic theme of their special day.

Vermont wedding photographer, Kevin Goddard Photography, masterfully captured images of the bus, including an impressive shot featuring all the guests in front of it. It’s delightful to see all attendees at a wedding immortalized in one photograph, brimming with joy for the happy couple — and this impromptu shot was so cherished by Jordan and Frank that they chose it for their thank you cards!

Jordan and Frank had an iconic vintage-inspired wedding at a venue that matched their dreams perfectly. If you’re looking for somewhere to host a rustic or retro-style wedding, look no further than The Mansfield Barn. Congratulations Jordan and Frank!

Vendors

Venue: The Mansfield Barn, Florals: Memory Lane Floral Designs, Photographer: Kevin Goddard Photography, Catering: JCat (Jericho Cafe and Tavern), Entertainment: DJ Bucky from SuperSounds, Hair and Make-Up: Hopcraft Collective, Transportation: Lamoille Valley Transportation.

Plan Your Dream Wedding at The Mansfield Barn

The Mansfield Barn is a beautifully renovated 150-year-old barn with unique charm and modern amenities. Located in Jericho Vermont, at the foot of Mount Mansfield, the Barn offers stunning countryside views. A private outdoor ceremony site is also on the property, with gorgeous foliage views and the top of Mt. Mansfield! The barn can be fully customized to fit the tone and personality of your wedding. There is plenty of space to host up to 200 of your friends and family. 

Vermont Wedding Photography by Kevin Goddard Photography

Kevin Goddard Photography is a Vermont wedding photographer specializing in warm, authentic wedding photography, showcasing Vermont’s beauty and charm and creating a visual narrative that you can enjoy today and that will be cherished and viewed for many years to come!

Stunning Wedding Florals by Memory Lane Floral Designs in Vermont

Memory Lane Floral Designs is a full-service event florist located in Milton, Vermont specializing in bridal bouquets,  boutonniéres, arbors, centerpieces, and every bloom in between!Kate will build you a custom proposal built off of the ideas and blooms that you love, and from there, she’ll work her magic! Your proposal will have a custom vision board and a breakdown of each floral arrangement- and Memory Lane Floral Designs will create whatever you and your special someone dream of.

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