Cheers to your engagement!
If you are considering a wedding venue in beautiful York, Maine, the following gorgeous places will take your breath away.
While the area is known for its dramatic coastlines and New England-style inns, there are so many more choices available to you.
According to Wedding Report, the average cost of a wedding in Maine is $20,898.
However, the wedding venue you choose plays a big part in determining your overall wedding budget.
From historic houses overlooking the ocean, to nature preserves to luxurious golf courses, there is a wedding venue for every budget that matches every wish list in York.
Read on to discover the 11 best wedding venues in York, Maine!
Wells Reserve at Laudholm
If you are looking for great value, plenty of space for your guests to roam, exquisite natural beauty, and historical character, then Wells Reserve at Laudholm is the coastal wedding venue for you.
Although it is not an oceanfront property, you can see the water from the hills and it is just a short walk to the beach.
If you are passionate about long walks or hiking, you will love the many trails located on the reserve.
However, the buildings themselves are also fantastic.
The rental fee includes the use of the auditorium, historic barn, kitchen, and grounds. To maximize the outdoor space and prepare for unpredictable weather, you can also set up tents.
Pro tip: there are many places for your outdoor ceremony, but the hills overlooking the sea cannot be beaten.
Typical Cost: from $5,500 for a 3-day rental (1 pm Friday to 3 pm on Sunday)
Capacity: up to 250 guests
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York Harbor Inn
Perched on the cliffs overlooking Hartley Mason Reserve and York Harbor Beach, this historic inn offers breathtaking views of the water and unparalleled hospitality.
York Harbor Inn specializes in seaside ceremonies and offers couples the chance to get married at Hartley Mason Reserve.
This ceremony site is directly on the cliff’s edge and features a wide, grassy area, delicate shrubbery, and gorgeous views of the bay. You can’t get closer to the water without getting wet!
After the ceremony, you can have your wedding reception in one of the 7 event spaces, including the Yorkshire Ballroom, the Hillcroft Room, or the Main Dining Room.
If your guest list is long, you can rent the Yorkshire Ballroom at the Main Dining Room, which will give you access to the courtyard and picturesque views of the Maine Coast.
Typical Cost: from $170 per guest for the Lighthouse Wedding Package
Capacity: up to 150 guests
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Spring Hill
Situated on 60 picturesque acres in the hills of South Berwick, Spring Hill boasts a variety of settings.
From sandy expanses of beach to pine forests to the rolling knolls of the Maine countryside, this venue can provide a space for your intimate wedding or lavish affair.
The rental fee includes access to the Ballroom, Sunroom, Deck, and outdoor areas, as well as your choice of the ceremony site, linens, set up and clean up, a bar, a coffee station, and cake cutting.
The Ballroom is a premiere space with 30-foot high ceilings and polished hardwood floors.
The catering team is happy to customize the menus and you can even include a specific recipe that holds significance for you and your future spouse.
Typical Cost: from $2,200 for weekday rentals
Capacity: up to 200 guests
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Viewpoint Hotel
This stunning coastal venue is the best choice if you want an outdoor wedding in the York area without the worry of unpredictable weather or too much sun.
An elegant, nautical-inspired tent measuring 45 feet by 85 feet comes with the rental and can be configured in any way you want.
Imagine exchanging vows in an intimate ceremony overlooking the ocean with views of the quaint Nubble Lighthouse and weathered outcroppings in the background.
An impressive granite staircase leads to the Ceremony Lawn and gardens, making for an unforgettable entrance and a picturesque wedding venue.
The hotel itself is lowkey luxurious with everything you need to be incredibly comfortable without being too showy.
It’s just a short walk to York Beach and other local attractions.
Notably, the venue provides exceptional service and you can opt to use the services of a day-of coordinator to ensure smooth sailing on your wedding day.
Typical Cost: venue rentals start from $10,000 in May and $16,000 in June, July, August, or September
Capacity: up to 150 guests
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Hamilton House Gardens
Located 20 minutes away from York, looking out over Salmon Falls River, Hamilton House Gardens is a quaintly romantic garden wedding venue and also a National Historic Landmark.
Originally constructed in 1788, this Georgian-style mansion is strikingly beautiful and expertly maintained.
Although you cannot have your wedding inside the historic home, there are two outdoor ceremony sites and you can have a tented outdoor reception.
The Garden Wedding Ceremony Site is a charming spot surrounded by heritage plantings, stone paths, and old-growth trees, while the River View Wedding Ceremony Site provides spectacular views of the water and surrounding forests.
Typical Cost: from $4,200 for rentals from May through October
Capacity: up to 150 guests
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York Golf and Tennis Club
If you are not a beach person, but you still want to wow your wedding guests with the impressive scenery of York, then the York Golf and Tennis Club is a fantastic wedding venue for you.
Situated along the York River with views of the well-maintained greens, the Old Clubhouse is set aside for indoor weddings and other special events.
The venue dates back to the turn of the century and features an expansive ballroom, wood floors, grand stone fireplaces, and views of the surrounding area.
The grassy space next to the river and docks makes a great spot for your outdoor ceremony, and your wedding photographer will fall head over heels for the golden hour lighting.
Pro tip: the golfers in your wedding party might want to add a few extra days to their stay!
Typical Cost: from $5,000
Capacity: up to 200 guests in the Old Clubhouse
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Josias River Farm
Nestled on 20 acres of wooded land, this rustic New England farm venue is both elegant and down-to-earth.
From echinacea flowers to black-eyed Susans to snapdragons, there is always something in bloom and you can spend hours simply walking and enjoying the natural beauty.
The venue offers a classic barn without a hint of industrial iron or cold concrete floors.
Instead, the event barn feels warm and cozy, lit by natural light from the windows and the joy of the people within.
There are so many outdoor ceremony sites that it would be impossible to pinpoint one as being the best, but the water garden is super romantic.
Pro tip: don’t forget to say hi to the farm’s goats!
Typical Cost: from $3,400 for the Love Affair Package
Capacity: up to 250 guests
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The Colony Hotel
Originally constructed in 1917, the Colony Hotel will take you back to an age of grandeur and weeks-long seaside getaways.
Set directly in front of Colony Beach and only 30 minutes from downtown York, this oceanfront wedding venue is utterly classic.
Red and white striped umbrellas dot the edges of the saltwater pool and white Adirondack chairs beckon you to sit back and relax.
It is the perfect setting for an outdoor cocktail reception or a champagne toast with incredible sunset views.
Pro tip: the venue advertises that they are pet friendly, but they are actually super, ridiculously pet friendly. You don’t have to worry about whether your pets can be in the guest rooms or at the ceremony site.
Typical Cost: from $8,200
Capacity: up to 200 guests
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Cliff House Maine
Situated along the stunning southern coast of Maine, in Cape Neddick, Cliff House Maine is a beautiful seaside venue with dramatic views of the rocky shoreline, and world-class amenities.
The Atlantic Ballroom provides your wedding guests with panoramic views of the ocean and the place where the green grass of the bluffs meets the shore’s jagged, gray rocks.
Featuring vaulted ceilings with industrial-style beams, carpets patterned like the sea’s crashing waves, walls of windows, and beautiful shingles on the outside, this ballroom is the perfect setting for a sophisticated coastal wedding.
Cliff House Maine also offers outdoor ceremonies on the North Point Lawn. This is also a great destination wedding location, and your wedding guests will love the hotel’s impeccable catering and amenities, including 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a hot tub.
Typical Cost: from $9,000
Capacity: up to 150 guests
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The Red Barn at Outlook Farm
For couples seeking an all-inclusive wedding package, The Red Barn at Outlook Farm has several options that will keep your wedding day low stress.
Conveniently located 20 minutes from York and an hour from Portland, this vintage-inspired barn has all of the modern conveniences usually found in city-center venues.
The rustic barn includes one super important feature: air conditioning. Your wedding party will thank you!
The barn also offers a beautiful, covered veranda, two fireplaces, wrought iron chandeliers, two bars, and striking post and beam architecture.
The veranda is the perfect spot for your cocktail hour, impressing your guests with stunning views of the Outlook Golf Course, while the Grand Ballroom makes a beautiful place for your ceremony during the winter.
Typical Cost: wedding packages start from $129 per guest
Capacity: up to 220 guests
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Union Bluff Hotel & Meeting House
With panoramic views of Short Sands Beach and an abundance of old-world charm, Union Bluff Hotel & Meeting House is the perfect place for a beach wedding or as the jumping-off point for an entire wedding weekend.
The venue features an oceanfront lawn that is ideal for ceremonies.
However, if a church ceremony is important to you, there are several churches just a short walk from the venue.
The ballroom feels classic and inviting, wowing guests with 12-foot high ceilings, chandeliers, and bar space with views of the sea.
The property also includes 70 guestrooms, a grill, and an on-site pub for a nightcap.
From a clambake to lobster to prime rib, the impressive menu offerings will have you struggling to choose which one to get!
Typical Cost: from a minimum spend of $14,941
Capacity: up to 200 guests
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