The Best Historic Estate & Mansion Wedding Venues in South Portland, ME

The Best Historic Estate & Mansion Wedding Venues in South Portland, ME

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20 Wedding Venues in South Portland, ME

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The Barn at Flanagan Farm 

5.0

Buxton, ME
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $13,500
  • Offer

Flanagan Farm hosts exquisite events year round. With two magnificent barns set on 66 acres, the property is versatile and accommodating—designed to take advantage of Maine’s four seasons. Flanagan Farm offers an unforgettable backdrop to host your event, whether it is an intimate gathering, an all out bash, or the wonderful options in between. Weddings at Flanagan Farm include use of the entire property, including overnight accommodations in the farmhouse for 10-12 guests from Thursday through Sunday. You are welcome to host your ceremony and reception on site, as well as rehearsal dinner, welcome drinks, and even a farewell brunch if you'd like. Additionally, Flanagan Farm is among the closest wedding venues to Portland, at just 25 minutes drive, so many couples love that they can combine the best of Portland (including hotels or rental homes for guests) with the natural beauty of an elevated outdoor setting for their wedding weekend.

Having worked dozens of events at Barn at Flanagan Farm, I can say it stands out among the top venues in Maine. Every visible angle from within the barn (s) is beautiful and the outdoors is just as stunning.
Ryan Carey, 4 years ago
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The Barn on Walnut Hill 

5.0

Yarmouth, ME
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $9,500
  • Offer

The Barn on Walnut Hill is one of Maine's most sought after venues, located just 25 minutes from Portland in the lovely town of North Yarmouth. For more than a decade, the property has been setting the bar for timeless, elevated, and modern events in an elevated New England setting in the spring, summer, and fall. Walnut Hill's serene and private grounds include a forest ceremony grove, meticulously restored and climate controlled barn, ample space for tenting, and farmhouse for up to 12 overnight guests. Weddings at Walnut Hill include exclusive use of the entire property from Thursday-Sunday. This allows couples to host a ceremony and reception on site, as well as rehearsal dinner, welcome drinks, and even a farewell brunch, with no additional fees. For the first time in 2025, couples may also customize their length of stay on property through our Fête offering - this could be Friday-Sunday, or even just Saturday-Sunday depending on what you have in mind for your celebration!

Awarded Best of Zola
Had such an amazing wedding weekend at Walnut Hill. Essie and Mike were great hosts - Super communicative and accommodating. The venue itself is absolutely beautiful - We got so many compliments from our guests. From the charming and comfortable farmhouse, to the picture-perfect ceremony grove with it's stunning tree canopy, we couldn't have imagined a more beautiful setting to say our I-do's. The barn was excellent for after dinner dancing the night away. I wouldn't have changed a single thing.
Erin N., 2 years ago
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The Lemont Hall 

4.9

Brunswick, ME
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Offer

Lemont Hall, nestled within the historic Lemont Block in Brunswick, Maine, is the perfect venue for your event. This enchanting space combines timeless elegance with modern amenities, featuring soaring ceilings, stunning original architecture, and large restored windows that bathe the hall in natural light. With a flexible layout, Lemont Hall can accommodate intimate ceremonies, grand receptions and epic parties, creating a personalized experience for you and your guests. Cornerstone to the most charming downtown, the Lemont Hall provides a picturesque backdrop for your unforgettable Maine experience with family and friends.

Awarded Best of Zola
My wedding reception and dinner were held at the Lemont Hall in downtown Brunswick, Maine, in September 2022. The venue was ideal for our party of 100 guests. We had a great time with delicious food, speeches, and dancing. The staff was outstanding, and their efforts made our evening unforgettable. I highly recommend the Lemont Hall to brides-to-be.
Katy H., 6 months ago
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The Golden Heart Estate 

5.0

Shapleigh, ME
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $12,000

With over 10,000 sq ft of living space and 55 acres of land, the Golden Heart Estate offers an elevated retreat experience. An indoor heated pool, elevator, gym, library, dance hall, reception barn, and tennis court are just a few of the incredible features of this very unique compound. This estate has everything you'd need to host a wedding including sleeping accommodations for 40+ guests, a banquet hall for dinner, and a dance hall for receptions/ceremonies. The property includes several outdoor locations for ceremonies, parking, and grounds for guests to camp. The perfect location for an all-in-one wedding and celebration with your family and all your closest friends!

The Golden Heart Estate was the perfect venue for our micro wedding. From the moment we first toured the grounds, Mandy and Clayton were friendly, accommodating, and helpful in making our vision a reality. The estate itself is truly stunning, with unique and beautiful features that made our special day unforgettable. Our entire family was able to stay on the property for the weekend which made our experience that much more special. The grounds and property exceeded our expectations, and we are so grateful to Mandy and Clayton for creating an experience we will never forget. We cannot recommend The Golden Heart Estate enough and we can't wait to come back for a future stay!
Amanda F., a month ago
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Maple Rock Farm 
Parsonsfield, ME
  • Up to 160 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor

Maple Rock Farm is one of the oldest homesteads in Parsonsfield, ME. Rich with history, this 14-acre property is home to a 5-bed room colonial farmhouse and gorgeous post-and-beam barn. From the upper and lower apple orchards to the 100-year old maple grove adorning the entranceway, this beautifully nostalgic location brings all New England has to offer to one place. Maple Rock Farm is a special place where joy is shared and memories are made. Our wedding season runs from May to October. Our base rate includes access to the farmhouse to get ready as well as full access to the property and barn. Please contact us for more information on wedding packages and services.

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The Watson Homestead at Intervale farm 

5.0

Hiram, ME
  • Up to 120 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $4,000

The Watson homestead was established in Hiram, Maine in 1785 and is the oldest house in Oxford County. Located on 28 acres of rolling fields, soaring pine forests, stone walls and 1250 ft of Saco River frontage the house has been lovingly restored with an eye to historical integrity . Come see our Barn and ceremony space. We also offer overnight accommodation in the farm house for up to eight guests.

I attended a wedding at the Watson Homestead in November. I had so much fun and it was so beautiful I told my boyfriend if we were ever to get married I would want it to be there. I loved the outside ceremony with the wedding arbor and flowers and then dinner and dancing in the barn with the beautiful lights and elegant decorations but still a relaxed feel. Lots of easy parking for guests also.
Ashley H., 3 months ago
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Boothbay Playhouse Weddings & Events 

5.0

Boothbay, ME
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $5,500

Boothbay Playhouse Weddings is a spacious, unique, barn-style wedding venue located on the beautiful Boothbay peninsula. This charming historic theater is ideal for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and other special events from April to early December. We include what many barn venues don't: cross back chairs farm tables indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces cooling & heating indoor restrooms bridal suite & salon stations groom's den lounge with bar stone patio lawn games screened porch and large deck free parking for 60+ vehicles commercial kitchen prep space 130" projection screen, Wifi, mismatched china, silverware and glassware, DAY OF EVENT COORDINATION. The Playhouse barn theater has hosted regional and national talent such as TV and movie actors Christopher Reeve, Oscar-nominated Tom Hulce, and soap star Maeve McGuire, among others! With the building’s rich history and rustic elegance, it’s the perfect opening scene for your big day! We invite you to write your love story with us.

The Boothbay Playhouse was the perfect venue for our wedding. The beautiful outdoor setting and rustic charm created an enchanting atmosphere that our guests loved. The staff went above and beyond to ensure everything was flawless, making the entire day stress-free and enjoyable. The reception space was ideal for dining, dancing, and celebrating, with great acoustics and ambiance. We couldn’t be happier with our choice and highly recommend The Boothbay Playhouse for anyone looking for a beautiful and supportive venue.
Erika, 3 months ago
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The Noble House Inn + Venue 

4.9

Bridgton, ME
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $8,800

Located in the Heart of Maine's Lakes & Mountains Region, Noble House Inn is Bridgton's Premier Inn + Venue. We include everything you will need in our pricing for the venue - the tent, tables, chairs, wedding arbor, table ware, bar areas, lighting, dance floor, and our own Noble House Wedding coordinator to handle all of your details the day of your wedding! We have lawn games and fire pits for added fun.

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We had a wonderful experience working with The Noble House Inn Venue for our destination wedding. Their communication style was exceptional - always available via text and call, with open, caring, and compassionate conversations. The venue itself was simply beautiful, with clean rooms, impeccable grounds, and a magical setting that contributed to our special day. As this was a destination wedding, we had to ship many fragile decorative items and The Noble House team was extremely detail-oriented in handling these with care. Their hard work clearly showed in the final product - everything came together seamlessly for a warm, clean, and lovely event space. We cannot recommend The Noble House highly enough for their beautiful, well-maintained venue and thoughtful, available communication every step of the way. We love you Lynn & Matt
Katie M., 4 months ago
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Greenwood Manor Inn 

5.0

Harrison, ME
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $4,000

The Greenwood Manor Inn is a gorgeous, 150 year old estate tucked away in the heart of Harrison in the Lakes Region. The venue sits on 25 acres of quiet, pristine land, just a few minutes walk to the beautiful Long Lake. Surrounded by nature, hiking trails, stunning gardens, and fresh air, our inn is the perfect setting for your special day. Complete with nine guest rooms, we can accommodate up to 22 guests to stay the night. We also offer bar service, ample parking for up to 250 guests, a full breakfast for Inn guests, as well as rehearsal dinner space under our covered porch with heating if necessary, post wedding brunches, welcome cocktail party space, an on site baker, use of our day of coordinator, in house massages, private yoga on the lawn for the morning of your big day, as well as our fire pit, various lawn games, and so much more!

Greenwood Manor Inn provided a wonderful experience for our wedding day. Their communication style was laid-back yet effective, allowing us to fully understand what they were looking for with minimal questions. The quality of their work and value was excellent - the venue had a warm, cozy, and private atmosphere, and was very affordable. The personal touches they thought out were warm and special, and the amount of effort, personal touches, and passion they put into putting together our special day made the experience a five-star event. We are so grateful to the team at Greenwood Manor Inn for helping to make our wedding day truly unforgettable.
Katie, a month ago
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Scotland Fields 
York, ME
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $19,500

To contact our venue with an inquiry, please reach out directly via the inquiry form found on our website. Scotland Fields is a classic Maine wedding venue with a modern touch. With panoramic views of tidal marshlands, woods and preserve, the estate includes two newly renovated, historic homes, a multi-level barn, and an unparalleled view of the sunset. Every element has been thoughtfully restored— retaining the perfect amount of charm combined with present-day luxury. We rent the entire estate for four nights, from Thursday to Monday and can comfortably sleep 26 guests. Surrounded by stunning views and Maine salt air, we are just 15 minutes from downtown Portsmouth, NH and the fine restaurants, arts, and culture of the Seacoast. And only an hour from Boston or Portland. Please inquire via the form found on our website to connect with our team for more details and to schedule a tour of Scotland Fields!

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Bear Mountain Inn + Barn 

5.0

Waterford, ME
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

Nestled at the base of Maine’s picturesque White Mountains in the serene lakes region of Waterford, Bear Mountain Inn + Barn is the ultimate wedding destination. Our modern farmhouse offers an exclusive buy-out and a stunning lakefront event venue that seamlessly blends heritage and luxury with the modern amenities today's couples desire. Just one hour from Portland and 2.5 hours from Boston, it's the perfect spot for your special day. We take care of every detail with our comprehensive services, including setup and breakdown, expert wedding venue coordination, comfortable lodging, cozy fire pits, and beautiful ceremony sites. Create the perfect lifetime memory with us, uniquely tailored to your vision. We host elegant barn receptions for up to 150 guests year-round and tented outdoor weddings for up to 250* guests from May through November. Intimate elopements and micro weddings are also available through the winter months. *Booking Party is required to rent dinner tent.

The Orgo family is warm and welcoming. They shared their slice of heaven with our approximate 150 loved ones! Their team is caring and compassionate. The detail’s throughout our stay were beautifully planned. Jerica - our coordinator was exactly what we needed. She took charge, calmed our nerves and didn’t let us down. The wedding was exquisite. The venue was absolutely gorgeous, homey, chic and remarkably clean. We absolutely loved our wedding and would do it again in the same place in a heart beat. Any issues that came up during our timeline - Bear Mountain Staff managed with a smile. Thank you for hosting our wonderful and unforgettable event! BMI will always have our hearts!
Amethyst C., 5 months ago
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Moffatt-Ladd House & Garden 
Portsmouth, NH
  • Up to 60 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor

The Moffatt-Ladd House and Garden is a historic house museum, known as a hidden gem of Portsmouth, with views of the Piscataqua River. It is an ideal location for intimate weddings. The Moffatt-Ladd House was built between 1760 and 1763 for the only son of John Moffatt, one of the wealthiest men in the colony of New Hampshire prior to the Revolution. Samuel and Sarah Catherine Moffatt were the first to live in the house and they took up residence shortly after their wedding in February 1764. They would be the beginning of almost 150 years of the same family living in the stately home on Fore Street (now Market Street), overlooking the Piscataqua River.

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About wedding venues in South Portland, ME

How much do wedding venues typically cost in South Portland, ME?

The cost of a wedding venue varies widely by location, number of guests, and many other details of the wedding package. South Portland, ME offers a range of options that can fit most budgets. Raw venue space rentals (which only include the space itself) start at $6,000 and average $13,000. All-inclusive packages start at $1,000 and average $8,500.

What types of venues can I find in South Portland, ME?

South Portland offers a wide range of venues, including Barn and ranch, Hotel and resort and Ballroom.

What are some of the best wedding and reception venues available in South Portland, ME?

Some of the most popular venues in this area include Camp Skylemar, The Barn on Walnut Hill and Greenwood Manor Inn. But just like finding "the one," finding the perfect wedding venue takes time and a little bit of magic. Start by envisioning your dream wedding - the ambiance, style, and location. Then, explore our extensive collection of carefully curated wedding venues. Our marketplace provides detailed information, stunning photos, and real couples' reviews to help you make an informed decision. Trust your instincts, and when you find that venue that gives you butterflies, you'll know it's the one.

What questions should I ask when booking a venue in South Portland, ME?

It all depends on what you're looking for, but you may want to consider things like whether the venue has an on-site bridal suite (60% in South Portland do) or whether the venue provides an event coordinator (53% in South Portland do!).

Additionally, some venues work with certain caterers and require a minimum food and beverage spend in addition to the space rentals. Others might have a recommended list of preferred caterers that they'd like you to work with.

Can the venues in South Portland, ME accommodate both small and large weddings?

Of course! Small wedding venues in South Portland, ME can host intimate parties while large venues can accommodate up to 500. The average venue in South Portland can seat 130 guests.

What amenities do the reception venues in South Portland, ME offer?

The venues in South Portland, ME are known for the exceptional suite of services and amenities offered to couples and their wedding parties. The most common services provided are Wi-Fi, Clean up and Bar services. Some venues even offer Transportation!

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