Top Camden Venues

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Ash Point Estate was created for couples who want more than a traditional wedding day. Rather than hosting a single-day event, we offer a private wedding weekend experience that gives couples the opportunity to spend meaningful time with the people who matter most. From the moment guests arrive through the final farewell, the estate becomes home for a celebration that unfolds over several days instead of just a few hours. We intentionally host a limited number of weddings each season, allowing every couple exclusive access to the estate and a highly personalized experience. Whether it's a welcome gathering, rehearsal dinner, wedding day, or farewell breakfast, each part of the weekend is designed to feel connected rather than seperate. Our approach is rooted in hospitality. We believe couples should spend their wedding weekend enjoying their family and friends, not managing logistics or feeling pulled in a dozen directions. By thoughtfully guiding the experience from beginning to end, we're able to create a weekend that feels relaxed, seamless, and genuinely enjoyable for everyone involved. Set on a private coastal estate in Midcoast Maine, Ash Point Estate combines timeless architecture, thoughtfully designed gathering spaces, and the privacy of an exclusive estate setting. It's an experience created for couples who value quality time, intentional celebrations, and the opportunity to make lasting memories with the people they love. We don't think a wedding should be over in a single evening. We believe it should be a weekend worth remembering.

• Spaces for 30-200 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space
• 3 Total Spaces

Merryspring Nature Center is a 66-acre nature sanctuary and event venue in Camden, Maine, founded in 1974 by horticulturist Mary Ellen Ross. The grounds encompass cultivated gardens, approximately four miles of forest and meadow trails, the Kitty Todd Arboretum, and the Ross Center visitor facility — offering a distinctive natural setting for weddings, private celebrations, and corporate gatherings of up to 200 guests. Events take place across the park's manicured lawns and garden areas, with the outdoor hexagonal pavilion serving as an intimate gathering point and tent space accommodating larger receptions. The Ross Center provides an indoor conference room with kitchen and restroom access, along with tables and seating for up to 30. Six rectangular tables and approximately 40 chairs are included with all rentals, and 32 on-site parking spaces plus overflow parking are available. Established as a nonprofit, Merryspring has welcomed thousands of visitors and members since its founding, with its rotating gardens — including perennial, herb, native species, and daylily plantings — providing a lush backdrop that changes with the seasons.

• Spaces for 130-150 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

Harmony Hill Farm is a historic barn venue set on a family farm in Warren, Maine. Operated by Mark and Tammy Hilchey, the property brings together pastoral surroundings, a working farm character, and flexible event infrastructure suited to weddings, micro-weddings, elopements, and intimate celebrations. All-inclusive packages accommodate up to 130 guests and come with a day-of coordinator, farm tables, chairs, ceremony benches, high-top tables, a wooden arbor, fire pit, on-site parking with an attendant, and two private ready rooms — the Wedding Suite and the Grain Room. A five-bedroom farmhouse sleeping up to ten is available for overnight stays, making the property a full weekend retreat for couples and their guests. All profits from events are reinvested into maintaining the farm's character, reflecting the owners' commitment to preserving the land as a place for meaningful celebrations.

• Spaces for 131 Guests

StoneCrest is a barn-inspired event center set on 26 private acres in the midcoast region of Maine, near Belfast. Designed with the warmth and character of historic agricultural architecture, the facility blends rustic charm with the amenities needed for weddings, corporate meetings, anniversaries, holiday celebrations, and private parties. The property's country setting gives events a sense of seclusion and space rarely found at more urban venues. The interior is large enough to accommodate full ceremony and reception setups — including ceremony arches and round-table receptions — under one roof, with flexible arrangement to suit both formal gatherings and casual celebrations. StoneCrest was built around a philosophy of family tradition and hospitality, positioning itself as a gathering place where important occasions are marked with intention and care.

• Spaces for 50 Guests

The Ark is a historic inn, dining destination, and event venue on Deer Isle, Maine — a small island accessible by bridge off the coast of Downeast Maine. Built in 1793 by Ignatius Haskell as a post-colonial family home, the gambrel-roofed structure sits on two acres along the shores of Northwest Harbor and Mill Pond. Locals nicknamed it "The Ark" for its scale and elevated waterfront position; the name was officially restored in 2026 when the property came under new ownership. The inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was recently named among The New York Times' 50 best restaurants nationally. The property hosts intimate weddings and elopements at the harbor or Mill Pond, small gatherings in the historic Tavern and Dining Room, and creative retreats for writers, artists, and small groups. The Tavern — once the Haskell family kitchen — features eight-foot-wide fireplaces with original brick ovens and wood-paneled walls, while the Dining Room operates a rotating Chef in Residence program featuring acclaimed visiting chefs. For couples and groups seeking a calm, unhurried backdrop on the Maine coast, The Ark offers a celebration experience shaped by a genuine sense of place.

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Located on twenty private oceanfront acres bordered by more than 100 acres of state preserve, the estate boasts incredible views, lush landscaping, and recreational opportunities. In addition, we offer a variety of event and ceremony settings throughout the year, as well as our sail cloth rentals (April-October). Couples choose their own caterer, planner, bar service provider, and other vendors for their events, allowing them to have complete control over the experience as well as the budget. Our Loved-Up Couples We are looking for couples who want a seaside weekend wedding that will feel like a vacation and reunion at the same time, with a celebration at the center of it all. They want to spend this time with a small group of their closest friends and family members, and they place a high value on spending quality time together. They want their weekend experience to be a reflection of themselves as well as meaningful to those who care about and admire them. They want their family and friends to feel cherished and honored as new connections and friendships are formed and grown together. Capacity of Our Organization Guests will enjoy more comfort and a better experience at French's Point because of the generous proportions of our event spaces, which are larger than the typical industry standard. The average number of guests at a celebration during the season is 50-100. Despite the fact that we have event space, parking, and public restrooms for much larger events, our standard capacity and pricing are based on events with 100 or fewer guests. In season, with advance approval, a Surplus Guest Fee allows for events with more than 101 guests up to a maximum of 150 guests in order to compensate for the additional staffing and wear on the estate caused by larger events. During the off-season, we can accommodate groups as small as 20 people. Our Earlier Years Thousands of families have traveled to midcoast Maine since the 1800s, drawn by the tranquility and restorative effects of the sound of the waves lapping at the shore, as well as the intoxicating scent of beach roses and pine needles floating on the salty breeze. Our family moved to this location ninety years ago, drawn by the natural beauty that has remained unchanged. Today, we rent out our estate as a vacation rental on the coast of Maine to guests looking for a relaxing getaway. We are stewards of the tradition of hosting private milestone gatherings and wedding celebrations on the shores of Penobscot Bay in this location. This gives us the opportunity to share this wondrous gift with our guests while also preserving this one-of-a-kind property and ensuring that it will be enjoyed by future generations. Our Geographical Area A variety of additional lodging options are available in the surrounding area, including vacation homes within walking distance that can sleep 60-80 additional guests and nightly lodging properties within 5-20 minutes, all at a variety of price points and styles. The estate is located in Mid Coast Maine, which provides easy access to additional lodging options in a variety of styles, including vacation homes within walking distance that can sleep 60-80 additional guests and nightly lodging properties within 5-20 minutes, all at a variety of price points and styles. Visitors to the estate will have access to a variety of dining options as well as shops and galleries, as well as countless points of interest and attractions to visit while on the property.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

• Spaces for 150 Guests