Top Newbury Venues

In 2020, Sarah Marshall opened Lucille with a simple mission: to bring restaurant-caliber hospitality and sommelier-level knowledge to a friendly, neighborhood wine shop. Visitors will find a broad selection of wines from old-world growers at all price points, plus some other fun surprises. Sarah grew up learning how to cook with her mom. She continued that love of cooking (and cookbooks and wine) throughout college and beyond. After graduating, she landed a job at the legendary Boston restaurant, l’Espalier. There, Sarah learned to pair her homegrown senses of flavor and warmth with a refined appreciation of taste, hospitality, and finesse. Her education continued though other Boston food-and-wine destinations: Central Bottle, BRIX, The Butcher Shop, Stir, The Boston Harbor Hotel, and as Wine Director at Oleanna and Sarma. Sarah is a graduate of Boston University’s Elizabeth Bishop Wine Program, and is a certified sommelier through The Court of Master Sommeliers. Lucille is named after Sarah’s maternal grandmother, whose life was about community, travel, and building a home away from home. Growing up in a military family meant being part of a big neighborhood, which meant cookouts with the entire block of the military base. Lucille relished her role as the community chef, and was always happiest when she was cooking. Soups, casseroles, cookies and pies, hamburgers and homemade French fries years before the fast food boom made them daily staples. In her retirement, Lucille cooked for a fraternity at the University of Tennessee, and boy did she shine! She would tell stories to her daughter, Brenda, about the boys who called her “Mom.” She planned and cooked three meals for fifty boys seven days a week. That’s high math for a woman with only an 8th grade education. Lucille passed on her stories, recipes, and knowledge to Sarah’s mom, Brenda, who in turn gave Sarah her start as a food lover.

Set in Portsmouth NH’s West End, The Hawthorn is an event venue with undeniable character – exposed brick, soaring ceilings, and a design-forward edge that feels anything but expected. Just minutes from market square, it’s built for full-scale experiences, from weddings and social celebrations to corporate events and private gatherings. This isn’t a ballroom – it’s a backdrop with a city vibe that elevates every event – seamless, intentional, and impossible to replicate. A 64-foot sweeping bar that commands the room. Design-forward interiors with an art deco edge. Flexible layouts that move effortlessly from 25 to 250 guests. Set in the West End of Portsmouth – vibrant, industrial, historic and full of energy. Fully climate controlled, so nothing gets in the way. Choose your own team – caterers, planners, creatives – and build something that feels entirely yours.

The Windham Restaurant is proud to occupy one of Windham’s most significant historical sites. First operated as a farm in 1729, the present Colonial-style house was built in 1812 and was extensively restored at the turn of this century. We feature a bar, lounge, speakeasy and dining rooms. Outdoor dining available on front deck. 3 season covered deck coming Spring 2024! Live music every Friday and Karaoke on Saturdays. We host birthday parties, baptisms, baby showers, anniversary parties, corporate functions and mercy meals. Please visit us soon and allow us to indulge you with our culinary creations and visual delights.

• Spaces for 5-300 Guests

Savor a new vantage point for experiencing Portsmouth's waterfront during meetings and social gatherings. Offering dramatic views of Portsmouth's Piscataqua River and bridges, The Envio is the newest, most unique event venue in the downtown area. This luxuriously designed third-floor venue is connected to the new AC Hotel Portsmouth Downtown Waterfront and can host up to 300 guests in a 4,390-square-foot ballroom that can be divided into three smaller spaces for more intimate events. Guests will be greeted by a pre-function area boasting floor-to-ceiling windows and a terrace offering sweeping views of the Portsmouth seaport and the Piscataqua River. Watch the bridges rise as the ships come and go while your guests marvel at the stylish space. Perched above The Envio you will find Rooftop at The Envio, Portsmouth’s newest restaurant and bar offering stunning waterfront views. At this casually sophisticated indoor/outdoor restaurant, guests enjoy signature cocktails, craft beers and eclectic seasonal cuisine crafted with locally sourced ingredients fresh from the farm and sea. In addition to experienced event planners, The Envio has assembled an award-winning team of culinary experts offering dynamic banquet menus for groups of any size.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Discover The Venue at Portwalk Place — a versatile event space in the heart of downtown Portsmouth, NH. Just steps from the city’s acclaimed restaurants, boutique shops, and waterfront attractions, our newly renovated venue blends coastal charm with contemporary style, creating an inviting backdrop for any occasion. With over 4,600 square feet of flexible event and pre-function space filled with natural light, The Venue can host gatherings of up to 300 guests. From intimate celebrations and elegant weddings to corporate meetings and social events, our experienced team will tailor every detail — from room setup to menu design — to match your vision, theme, and budget. Make The Venue at Portwalk Place your Seacoast destination for inspired events in downtown Portsmouth.

• Spaces for 175-350 Guests

OPENING OUR MODERN BARN DOORS OCTOBER 2024 Behold a modern farmhouse design. Industrial meets elegant farmhouse touches compliment the timeless white board and batten siding. Enter the property flanked with 2 stone walls and drive up the 600 ft drive lined with budding pear trees romantic white flowers each spring. Gaze upon meticulously landscaped grounds with expansive green grassy lawns, gardens, lavender fields, apple orchard and raised herb planters. The breath taking scenery includes picturesque spacious patios and original 1800's stone walls. This beautiful scenic property is yours for the full day - 15 hour rentals from 9am - midnight for weddings and alternative options for many other types of events. The Hyla Brook Estate will consist of a 42' x 65' modern farmhouse great room with exposed wood beams, white shiplap accent walls, gleaming polished concrete floors and industrial black modern windows with the "mending wall" double sided stone fireplace as the focal point of the elegant space. Created to be a blank canvas for each client to transform the space to reflect their personality and style.

• Spaces for 30 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Stroll Café & Wine Bar is a modern, refined, and welcoming all day café. Our space is perfect for after-hours work parties, holiday parties, Bridal / Baby showers, and wedding receptions. We provide a selection of locally roasted espresso drinks, no or low ABV cocktails, uniquely curated wines, and local beer. Choose foods from our specialty catering menu OR use your own caterer! This flexibility makes us the ideal meeting space and venue. Stroll Café at 75 Portsmouth Boulevard is centrally located within the Portsmouth Office Park. There is easy access to I-95, plenty of shops and hotels nearby, free onsite parking, and a beautiful outdoor patio. Portsmouth is a top destination in New England situated on the beautiful NH Seacoast and minutes away from Maine. Venue Details: -Indoor space for up to 30 -Large outdoor patio space with a variety of comfortable seating, a firepit, umbrellas, and “lawn” games. -Parking onsite -Music: playlist over Café speaker’s is available; live music is allowed on the patio. We look forward to hosting your event!

• Spaces for 50-150 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Estate
• 1 Mansion

The John Nesmith House reflects the splendor of an era when Lowell, Massachusetts was home to some of America's first captains of industry. The house is an elegant setting for small conferences, retreats, dinners and receptions, as well as intimate weddings.

• Spaces for 220 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Situated on 720 feet of coastal glory, the Oceanview of Nahant offers panoramic views of the Atlantic waters. Our private beach creates the ultimate backdrop for a spectacular life celebration. Where we cater to only one event at a time, you have our entire venue including outdoor terrace space, private bridal suite, cocktail lounge, grand ballroom and exclusive decks for just you, your family and friends. With our commitment to offering current trends and culinary tastes from the wedding industry along with one-of-a-kind experiences, we create a magical day for each of our couples that will touch your heart forever. There is only one Oceanview of Nahant...this is where you want to be!

For any private event in downtown Boston, Oceanside Nightclub provides an unrivaled experience. Built in 1918, this old opera building now houses a massive 33,000 square foot space that can accommodate any unique occasion. Oceanside is certainly a venue unlike any other, blending the room's inherent intrinsic beauty with state-of-the-art sound and lighting enhancements. Oceanside is a fully functional entertainment complex that can be transformed from a nightclub environment to a full concert hall as well as a corporate conference space. Simple layout tweaks can be used to make the area smaller, or the modular furniture can be removed entirely for large parties or sit-down presentations. For any event, Oceanside offers one of the largest indoor LED walls in the New England area. It's a 10mm LED wall that is 9 feet tall by 16 feet wide and can accommodate any content you have for your event. In addition, we have four HD displays upon arrival, two in the lower lobby and three in the upper lobby, providing ample branding options for your event. Oceanside features a full concert D&B Q10 line array system for sound, which can accommodate any audio requirement. No detail will be missed with a full-time production manager assigned to your event. With the potential to combine two of our other locations in the same building, our special event staff can host gatherings of 50 to over 2,000 people. Product launches, fashion displays, charity fundraisers, sales meetings, commercial & video shoots, cocktail receptions, annual meetings, corporate promotions, and, of course, holiday events all work well at the beach.

• Spaces for 10-150 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

At Sogno, we offer an upscale private dining experience just outside Boston, perfect for corporate events, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, birthday parties, and bereavements. Our modern Italian restaurant features elegant event spaces, customizable menus, and seamless event planning designed to make every occasion effortless and memorable. From business dinners and networking events to family celebrations and cocktail receptions, our team delivers exceptional service, curated Italian cuisine, and a polished atmosphere. With ample parking, convenient highway access, and flexible event packages, Sogno is a top choice for private events in the Greater Boston area.

• Spaces for 650-1,000 Guests

Boston Marriott Burlington offers event spaces for your next celebration in Burlington, Massachusetts.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Elegant plantings and cultivated grounds fill this public garden with vibrancy that’s more than a century in the making. With interconnected gardens throughout and over 100 acres of surrounding forests and trails, you’ll be surrounded by beauty and all within the Massachusetts North Shore.

• Spaces for 50-150 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 2 Bars
• 4 Total Spaces

Michael's Harborside Restaurant & Bar sits on Tournament Wharf in Newburyport, Massachusetts, overlooking the Merrimack River. Known as Newburyport's favorite waterfront seafood restaurant, it draws local diners, boaters, and North Shore visitors with fresh seafood and sweeping river views — and extends that same setting to private functions. For events, the venue offers multiple indoor and outdoor spaces that shift character with the seasons. The downstairs Dining Room suits cozy fireside gatherings in winter and open, seaside celebrations in summer, accommodating up to 50 seated guests or 100 cocktail-style. The upstairs Pub & Dining Room handles up to 50 for a plated meal or buffet and up to 80 for a cocktail reception. Two outdoor decks — one downstairs with the Landing, a 16-seat waterfront bar, and one upstairs with panoramic views of historic Newburyport and the river — each accommodate up to 100 guests. The venue's catering team also serves off-site events within a 60-mile radius, bringing the same food quality and coordination to locations beyond the waterfront.

• Spaces for 50 Guests
• 1 Event Space

THANK YOU FOR VISITING THE IPSWICH BED AND BREAKFAST. Ray and Margaret Morley cordially invite you to spend the night with us at the Robert Jordan House, built in 1863 in the heart of Ipswich's magnificent historic district. Our property is a late nineteenth-century Victorian mansion located just a few blocks from the heart of Ipswich. Guests can stay in one of our eight guest rooms, each of which has a private bath, an HD flat screen TV with Fios 200 channels, air conditioning, and internet access throughout the property. You will receive a full breakfast from our broad selection as part of your accommodation charge. Come in for a visit and experience for yourself why we are considered one of the best inns on the North Shore. It is located in the heart of Ipswich, Massachusetts, and is a Bed & Breakfast wedding venue that hosts modest wedding ceremonies, showers, and rehearsal dinners for groups ranging from 25 to 50 people. This charming seaside town is the perfect setting for memorable celebrations away from the hustle and bustle of the major city. It is possible to host your ceremony and reception at this location in a number of event facilities. The Ipswich Inn offers a variety of indoor and outdoor event areas for you to use throughout your entire wedding reception and afterwards. It is possible to exchange vows on the site's spacious grounds during the summer months if you and your partner choose to do so. You and your partner can exchange vows in private in front of your guests, surrounded by beautiful botanical blossoms and towering trees. Following that, guests can enjoy memorable cocktail hours in these outside spaces as well as on the inn's veranda. Here, you may socialize with friends while sipping on beverages and admiring the sunset as it moves across the sky. The reception area of this venue, which is flooded with natural light, is the perfect setting for a night of dancing and laughter. It is possible to arrange this enormous space in a variety of configurations to incorporate a seating area, a dance floor, and live entertainment. Accommodations and suites are available at this bed & breakfast for you and your entourage to use before the big day arrives, among other amenities. The guest rooms at this establishment are all air-conditioned, feature comfortable crisp sheets and bedding, have en-suite bathrooms, have wireless internet access, and include a full prepared breakfast every morning. The Innkeepers, Ray and Margaret Morley, are quite proud of their establishment. This compassionate duo can assist you throughout the entire preparation process to ensure that you have the amazing wedding day that you want and deserve. If you require, they can connect you with a reputable caterer who will serve your wedding reception. Alternatively, you may choose to collaborate with third-party businesses to bring your visions to life.

• Spaces for 210-500 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Country Clubs

Black Swan Country Club is a 38,000-square-foot Victorian-style venue set on 120 acres in Georgetown, Massachusetts, on Boston's North Shore. The property combines a traditional New England setting with a country club ambiance, anchored by an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Philip Wogan. Two dedicated ballrooms — the Andover and the Essex — host weddings, corporate events, showers, proms, fundraisers, galas, and milestone celebrations. The Andover Ballroom accommodates up to 325 guests beneath cathedral ceilings with pewter chandeliers and walls of windows, while French doors open to a balcony overlooking the course and a waterfall. The Essex Ballroom seats up to 210 guests under similar cathedral ceilings with chandeliers and elegant window treatments, with its own private balcony and spacious dance floor. Both ballrooms feature hardwood dance floors, silver Chiavari chairs, full-length linens, seasonal coat rooms, and a dedicated event manager who coordinates ceremony logistics, place cards, and day-of details. Outdoor and indoor ceremony options are available on the property, and American Flatbread Pizza, an on-site restaurant, rounds out the venue's dining offerings.

• Spaces for 40-200 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces
• 4 Historic Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space

Set within nearly 50 acres of trails, meadows, and pond views in Groveland, Massachusetts, Veasey Memorial Park is a Town of Groveland conservation property that has welcomed private events since the town acquired it in 1996. The main building — originally constructed in 1909 — houses four distinct rental spaces. The Great Hall is a 1,500-square-foot former chapel with a high arching buttressed wooden ceiling and tall tinted-glass windows; it accommodates 70 guests seated in reception style, or up to 100 for a ceremony. The Veasey Suite is a craftsman-style living room and adjoining dining room anchored by a working fireplace built from striated rock from the Merrimack River. The Mill Rooms comprise two rooms with honey-toned hardwood floors and an Inglenook fireplace, suited for up to 40 guests. The Boardroom is a recently renovated meeting room with comfortable seating and a presentation setup, accommodating up to 50. Full-venue bookings bring together all indoor spaces and the grounds for up to 200 guests. The park places no restrictions on outside caterers or tent rentals. Tables, chairs, and Wi-Fi are included in all rentals; two commercial kitchens are available on request. Proceeds from private events directly support the Groveland Conservation Commission and the ongoing stewardship of the park.

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Commons 1854's traditional New England exterior and lawn will impress you at first glance, but what awaits you once you walk through the double doors will take your breath away. Trust our skilled organizers to treat you like royalty when you return the day of your wedding. Contact the Commons 1854 today to start arranging your perfect wedding. We only host one event per day at the Commons 1854, offering you the personalized wedding experience you deserve. Our space is ideal for gatherings of 50 to 200 people. Ceremonies can be held in our garden or in our opulent ballroom. You may expect to savor our homemade cuisine and dance the night away in our huge ballroom after a cocktail hour on our first-floor rotunda. We will deliver a really unforgettable experience whether you are celebrating birthdays, corporate events, or honoring the life of a loved one. Our boutique resort is the ideal location for a once-in-a-lifetime occasion. Weddings At the Commons 1854, every season is wedding season. Choose from our garden or ballroom to exchange your vows. In the first floor rotunda or the outdoor garden space, celebrate with a cocktail hour. Dance the night away in the second floor mezzanine of the ballroom. Brunch Festivities Consider a fun brunch reception to add a special touch to your wedding! Freshly squeezed juices, freshly made coffee, and bubbling mimosas, along with light, delicate nibbles, are all on the menu. After that, serve some breakfast-inspired hors d'oeuvres or a bigger buffet, and, of course, some wedding cake. Allow your guests to mingle inside by the fire, or choose a beautiful outdoor garden celebration. Showers In our stylish space, celebrate the impending birth or post-delivery of a gorgeous baby boy or girl. Our team will assist you in decorating in accordance with your theme, and our chefs will treat your guests with hors d'oeuvres of your choice. To conduct a gift-giving party for the bride-to-be in anticipation of her wedding, choose from one of our many gorgeous room options. If you've decided to hold your wedding at The Commons, this is the ideal time to give your bridal party a sneak peek at what the wedding night will entail. Events for Professional Development Allow us to assist you in impressing your coworkers with little to no effort! The Commons 1854 will take care of all of your team's needs, whether it's preparing your next offsite meeting or workplace holiday celebration. The mezzanine of the Ballroom is the ideal spot for your guests to socialize, consume delicious food, and take in the atmosphere. We provide all of our catering services on-site.

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Estate
• 1 Mansion

Our goal is for each guest to enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience that they will remember for years. Sean fell in love with the property when he pulled up the driveway in 2013. The place has a fantastic aura about it. It was as though I had walked through a time portal. This was definitely a unique location that deserved to be restored to its previous glory. We're ecstatic to have given this once-in-a-lifetime location a fresh lease of life and to be able to share it with so many people. Weddings at Peirce Farm at Witch Hill are classic. Celebrate your future together in a setting rich with Victorian charm and architectural richness. Peirce Farm at Witch Hill transports guests back in time to an elegant and beautiful Victorian period Gentleman's Farm with a unique blend of history, charm, and rustic elegance that will make your wedding day one to remember. The one-of-a-kind environment of nineteenth-century landscapes, architecture, décor, and pastoral charm will amaze you and your guests for years to come. The use of the site for the entire day is included in the wedding rental. Bring your hair and makeup team, relax, and get ready in the mansion with your entire bridal party. Have your ceremony on our expansive front lawn, cocktail hour on our rich green terrace, and then invite your guests to dinner and dance in the carriage house! Peirce Farm is the perfect venue for more than weddings. It is also an excellent venue for private events. We have a number of large, well-appointed rooms available to satisfy your event's requirements and enhance your guests' experience. Give your employees or consumers a one-of-a-kind experience. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the office. Organize meetings, trainings, and retreats, or have a spectacular office party.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

Private events held at Smolak Farms will be remembered for its serenity and tranquillity, which will make your next event extremely memorable. Our Pine Grove, which is adjacent to the Antique Apple Orchard, is the venue for our events. Your event might be huge or little, a birthday party or corporate gathering. Our objective is to make your event an experience that you and your guests will remember for a long time. Quality, consistency, and value are the cornerstones of our reputation, which we are committed to maintaining. All events are tailored to meet your specific requirements. Send an email to events@smolakfarms.com if you want to plan the perfect event. Please specify the date of your event as well as an estimate of the number of guests so that we can get started! Smolak Farms will host weddings in 2021. Even when life begins to return to more of the routine that we anticipate, Smolak Farms is still here to help our brides and grooms arrange safe and enjoyable festivities for their special days! We continue to comply to state laws and mandates, but we have successfully hosted events of all sizes in recent months, and we want to continue to do so throughout the rest of the year. Please contact Ashley Piazza, our Director of Events, if you have any questions or would like more information! Smolak Farms Information Smolak Farms has a long and illustrious history. Michael Smolak, the farm's owner, was present during his Aunt Willie's wedding on the farm when he was two years old. He had no idea at the time, back in 1954, that his wedding would mark the beginning of a long and lovely history of couples choosing Smolak Farms as their wedding location of choice. The farm has roots that date back as far as 4500 years, to the time when Native Americans originally settled on the property. The lovely rolling hills of orchards and farmland that cover 125 acres serve as the perfect setting for this extremely important bonding experience between two individuals. Being linked to nature and all of the beauty it has to offer is a great way to begin a union that brings together not only two people, but two families and two lives as a whole. The pine forest was a favorite picnic spot for Farmer Smolak and his family when they were children, and it has since become a destination for friends and relatives from all over the world. What stories those 100-year-old pines could tell about the many families who have enjoyed their shade and the countless couples who have exchanged holy vows beneath their canopy, if only they could communicate. Their sheer size and presence causes one to take a moment to reflect.