Top Maine Sweet 16 Venues

• Spaces for 14-175 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 2 Landmarks
• 4 Total Spaces

Celebrate with a day you’ll be nostalgic for, with a backdrop unlike anywhere in the world. The Viewpoint is a one-of-a-kind venue perched atop the rocky seashores with a stunning view of Nubble Lighthouse — especially from the ceremony lawn. This is *the* viewpoint, and it's all yours. With stone stairs and a path leading down onto the ceremony lawn overlooking the unobstructed Nubble Lighthouse… what else can we say. Co-owner couple Joe and Michelle have lived in York for over 40 years. They partnered with Chris to reinvigorate Nubble Point’s first-ever hotel and ensure ownership would stay local. You’ll find them on-site every day working along with the team. They even live on Nubble Point, too.

• Spaces for 12-300 Guests
• 5 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 5 Total Spaces

Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown sits in the heart of Freeport Village, Maine, steps from L.L.Bean's flagship store and within walking distance of more than 100 designer outlets and boutique shops. The property includes the Old Town Hall Meeting Place — Freeport's original Town Hall, built in 1849 — which was fully renovated while preserving its historic character, making it a distinctive setting for ceremonies and gatherings. The hotel offers more than 6,000 square feet of meeting and event space across multiple rooms, accommodating groups from intimate gatherings to receptions of up to 300 guests. The traditional Ballroom can host celebrations of up to 300 guests, while the Old Town Hall accommodates up to 150. An outdoor patio with fire pit and adjacent Memorial Park provide additional space for outdoor ceremonies and receptions. On-site catering is available through the hotel's food and beverage team, and the Garden Grille Restaurant and Bar serves breakfast and dinner daily. The property also features a complimentary indoor heated pool, fitness center, and business center. The local railway stop within walking distance connects guests to Portland in under half an hour.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Linekin Bay Resort is a waterfront resort and wedding destination set on 20 acres along Linekin Bay in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. The property features classically-built Maine lodges and 20 cabins scattered along the waterfront and through the woods, drawing guests who return year after year — with a century's worth of history welcoming families, couples, and solo travelers to the Maine coast. For weddings and private events, the resort offers ceremony and reception spaces on the water's edge, with sweeping views of the bay as the backdrop. A dedicated on-site events coordinator supports couples through the planning process, and rentals include tables, chairs, linens, glassware, tableware, and silverware. Guests can stay on-site, with accommodation options ranging from lodge rooms to private cabins — making the resort well suited to full-weekend celebration buyouts. The property also features the Deck Bar and Grill overlooking the bay, a saltwater pool, boat rides, and water activities including kayaking, offering event guests a complete coastal Maine experience.

• Spaces for 130 Guests

The Sedgley Place occupies a stately Federal home built in 1786, set amid lush rolling meadows and fruit trees in Greene, Maine. Self-described as a Country Inn Dining destination, the restored historic property draws on its 80-acre farm and a network of local Maine purveyors to shape a seasonal, ingredient-forward menu. Multiple dining rooms — each with its own distinct ambiance — accommodate private gatherings from 8 to 80 guests indoors. The surrounding grounds extend the venue's reach for larger parties, with the culinary team available to cater off-site as well. The Sedgley Place hosts a range of private occasions, including weddings, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, showers, and company events.

• Spaces for 250-350 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

With more then 4800 square feet of meeting space, like the newly renovated venues - The Point, Atlantic Room, and Homer Room - Black Point Inn has the right facilities to serve as your oceanfront event venue for your next corporate board retreat, staff development conference, executive meeting or client appreciation event.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

DiMillo's On The Water is a floating restaurant and event venue moored at 25 Long Wharf in Portland, Maine's Old Port district. The 206-foot, 701-ton vessel — opened in December 1982 as the only floating restaurant on the Upper East Coast — can accommodate more than 600 guests across multiple dining decks and lounges, each offering panoramic views of Portland Harbor. The venue hosts banquets, weddings, rehearsal dinners, and group luncheons. Topside rooms on the upper decks overlook the harbor and marina, and the top deck is fully tented and equipped for live entertainment. Complimentary parking is available for banquet guests. DiMillo's traces its roots to 1954, when Tony DiMillo opened his first seafood restaurant on Fore Street with a commitment to freshly caught, local seafood from Casco Bay. Today the venue remains family-operated, continuing that tradition on the water at Long Wharf.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

The Portland Club occupies the historic Shepley-Hunnewell mansion at 156 State Street in Portland, Maine — a late 19th-century landmark the club has called home since 1920. Founded in 1886, the nonprofit organization has preserved the mansion's original character, from its ornate woodwork and grand chandeliers to the period architectural details that give the building its distinctive atmosphere. The mansion's first-floor ballroom serves as the primary setting for receptions, while the elegant parlors and intimate gathering rooms accommodate ceremonies, cocktail hours, and smaller private affairs. The club also hosts corporate events, galas, anniversaries, and gatherings benefiting nonprofit organizations. A dedicated event team assists with coordination, and the venue's downtown Portland address puts it within walking distance of the city's restaurants and cultural institutions.

• Spaces for 50-150 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Waterfront

Inn by the River sits on a bluff overlooking the confluence of the Kennebec and Dead Rivers in The Forks, Maine — a town known as the Recreation Capital of Maine. The property operates as a four-season inn with guest rooms, a Carriage House, and cabin rentals, offering a relaxed base for outdoor enthusiasts drawn to the area's whitewater rafting, fly fishing, snowmobiling, and hiking. For private events, the inn hosts weddings, receptions, elopements, remarriages, rehearsal dinners, and corporate retreats. The indoor venue accommodates up to 50 guests, while the landscaped grounds open up event tent options for larger gatherings in the summer months. Packages can include guest accommodations, bar service, full reception meal planning, and entertainment coordination. In-house catering is provided by the Riverside Restaurant & Pub, which draws on locally sourced ingredients and seasonal menus.

• Spaces for 75 Guests

Built in 1899 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Munroe Inn is a restored Queen Anne-style bed and breakfast set on Pleasant Street in Auburn, Maine. The building retains many of its original architectural details — high ceilings, intricate crown molding, oak wainscoting, and stained-glass windows — alongside contemporary comforts added during a comprehensive restoration completed in 2019. The inn offers four named suites on the second floor: the Maria, Florence, Noble, and Horace. Each suite ranges from 420 to 620 square feet and includes a private bath, central air conditioning, and fast Wi-Fi. The property accommodates intimate gatherings and celebrates events for small groups in a setting that reflects more than a century of history. The Munroe Inn is dog-friendly and LGBTQ+ welcoming.

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 2 Total Spaces

Province Lake Golf Club is an 18-hole golf and event destination set along the shores of Province Lake in Parsonsfield, Maine — right on the New Hampshire border. Founded in 1918 by Joseph Emery with a front nine designed by Lawrence Van Etten, the course added a modern back nine in 1988 designed by Brian Silva. The 2020 clubhouse features a wraparound veranda with views of the course and lake, and Province Lake is visible from fourteen of the eighteen holes. The property encompasses four connected venues — the golf club and clubhouse, the Carriage House Bistro & Tavern, Edgelake Farm, and the Wakefield Inn — making it a self-contained destination for weddings, golf outings, corporate retreats, and private celebrations. The Province Lake Room accommodates up to 150 guests for post-round banquets and private events, while Edgelake Farm's restored barn hosts weddings and parties for 25 to 250 guests. The farm also features the Five Chimneys Estate with a sprawling lawn for tented receptions and the Stone Terrace, a three-tiered outdoor space suited for al fresco dining. On-site catering is available through the Carriage House Bistro, and overnight accommodations can be arranged through the Wakefield Inn.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

Sheepscot Harbour Village Resort sits on 18 acres of Sheepscot River shoreline in Edgecomb, Maine, minutes from Wiscasset and a short drive from Boothbay Harbor. The property brings together more than 60 independently owned rooms, suites, cottages, and townhouses — spanning The Inn, The Lodge, Maine Cottage Rentals, and Townhouses — making it a natural choice for celebrations that extend well beyond a single evening. Water's Edge Restaurant & Bar anchors the resort's gathering life, offering a relaxed dining experience with panoramic views of the river and the spectacular sunsets it frames. A rooftop deck opens seasonally for outdoor seating, and a stone fireplace creates a warm gathering point in cooler months. The resort's riverfront setting — with its dock, meadows, and gazebo — provides a range of backdrops for ceremonies and receptions alike. Guest accommodations on the property allow wedding parties and event guests to stay steps from where they celebrate, adding a natural ease to multi-day events.

• Spaces for 233 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn

Granite Ridge Estate & Barn is a private mountain wedding venue set on 200 acres in Norway, Maine. Perched along a 1,000-foot ridgeline, the property offers panoramic mountain views from every corner of the grounds and is available for exclusive full-weekend buyouts — guests rent the entire estate from Thursday through Sunday, with the Estate Lodge, Barn, and wooded ceremony site all included. The centerpiece of the property is a 3,500-square-foot hand-crafted timber frame barn with a 28-foot cathedral ceiling, a wall of windows framing the surrounding mountains, a side patio suited for cocktail receptions, and climate-controlled interiors year-round. The barn accommodates up to 233 guests and features newly constructed rustic bathrooms on site. The Estate Lodge, a timber frame structure with an 18-foot cathedral ceiling and a large granite fireplace, sleeps 14 to 16 guests on property — with a total of 46 sleeping accommodations available across on-site and nearby rentals. Catering and alcohol are not provided by the venue; couples select from a list of preferred vendors or bring their own with proper licensing and insurance.

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 2 Total Spaces

Mountain House on Sunday River is a DIY event venue set on a working property in Newry, Maine, with sweeping views of six of the eight peaks at Sunday River Ski Resort. The venue sits along the Sunday River near the historic Artist's Covered Bridge, offering a mountain meadow, a high-peak tent structure, and the Breeze Barn — spaces that together accommodate up to 150 guests for ceremonies and receptions. The property is designed for couples and event hosts who want creative control. Approved caterers handle food service, and the venue's bar program supplies professional bartenders, a custom rustic bar, mixers, and garnishes. On-site lodging — a farmhouse sleeping up to 12 and an adjoining suite for up to 4 — keeps guests close to the celebration. Beyond weddings, Mountain House hosts music concerts, family reunions, and celebrations of life.

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

Apple Acres Farm is a certified organic working farm in Hiram, Maine, nestled in the western Lakes and Mountains region about 45 minutes from Portland. The farm hosts weddings and private events in its organic apple orchards overlooking the Saco River Valley, with capacity for up to 200 guests. Outdoor ceremonies and receptions take place beneath a white wedding tent set among the fruit trees. The package includes 20 handmade farmhouse tables, wooden chairs, a dance floor, perimeter tent lighting, and a choice of dinnerware, glassware, and linens. Day-of event coordination is included, along with access to a commercial kitchen for caterers and indoor restrooms for guests. The farm also offers its Treehouse Room for smaller indoor gatherings of up to 50 guests, including rehearsal dinners and informal weddings. As a working orchard with a limited season, Apple Acres Farm accommodates a small number of weddings each summer and fall.

• Spaces for 180 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 2 Total Spaces

Originally constructed in 1888 as a hay barn and fully renovated in 2014, the 1888 Wedding Barn is a four-story rustic reception venue nestled in Bethel, Maine's Sunday River Valley, just minutes from Sunday River Ski Resort, Grafton Notch, and the White Mountains. The barn's pine walls, hand-turned posts and beams, and natural hickory floors give the space a genuine historic character that extends through 3,500 square feet of event-ready interior. The venue accommodates 80 to 180 guests for weddings and private celebrations. Indoor receptions take place in the main barn hall, while outdoor ceremonies are held in the White Pine Cathedral Forest on the property, which includes complimentary white chairs and an arbor. A wraparound deck and manicured lawn provide additional outdoor space for cocktail hours. The 1888 Wedding Barn operates with an exclusive in-house catering team — Gourmet in a Pinch — offering three tiered wedding packages (White Pine, Spruce, and Hemlock). The venue is ADA compliant, climate-controlled, and equipped with a state-of-the-art fire suppression system. Guest lodging is available within walking distance of the property.

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

Perched on Short Sands Beach in York Beach, Maine, Union Bluff Meeting House has welcomed guests to its oceanfront grounds since 1868. The property combines historic coastal architecture with updated event facilities, offering couples and hosts a setting where the Atlantic serves as a constant backdrop. The Meeting House itself is the centerpiece for receptions, featuring 12-foot ceilings, crown molding, and custom chandeliers — accommodating up to 200 guests. The adjacent Oceanfront Lawn provides a garden-inspired outdoor ceremony setting with a historic arbor, garden seating, and ocean views for up to 200 guests. For smaller gatherings, the Breakwater Room hosts intimate celebrations of up to 50. An indoor alternative can accommodate ceremonies of up to 130 guests when weather calls for it. Customizable catering packages highlight local and seasonal ingredients, and a dedicated events team guides couples through planning from initial booking through the wedding day. On-site lodging with a 20-room hotel block and walking-distance dining round out what the Meeting House offers as a self-contained destination for events.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

Lake Parlin Lodge & Cabins sits on the shores of Lake Parlin in Maine's Northwoods, offering a combination of modern amenities and traditional Maine wilderness character. The property's history stretches back more than a century, when the Parlin area served as a waypoint between Boston and Quebec City. Purchased by the Kruse family in 2006 and reopened in 2011 after extensive reconstruction, the lodge draws on generations of hospitality experience. The setting — forested mountains, a pristine lake, and access to rivers — makes Lake Parlin a natural backdrop for weddings and gatherings. Accommodations range from lakeside one- and two-bedroom cabins to lodge rooms and a ten-guest mini-lodge, allowing small to mid-size groups to take over the property. Guests have year-round access to outdoor pursuits including fishing, watersports, snowmobiling, hiking, and whitewater rafting on nearby rivers.

Located just 60 miles north of Boston, perched on a private 90' cliff on Maine's spectacular coast, Cliff House Maine is one of the most sought-after wedding destinations in the northeastern United States. Our enviable location, nestled between the two 'quintessentially Maine' towns of Ogunquit and York, promises the perfect combination of sophistication and adventure for you and your guests. From our Chef-inspired culinary offerings, indoor + outdoor pools, luxurious rooms + suites, worldclass spa and incredible sunrises over panoramic ocean views - to our celebrated Forbes 4-star team that will work with you every step of the journey Cliff House Maine just might be the perfect choice for you.

• 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 120 Guests

The Harpswell Inn is a waterfront boutique inn and event estate set on Lookout Point in Harpswell, midcoast Maine, occupying a historic 1700s shipbuilders' home and carriage house. The property sits above a quiet cove with panoramic views across an island-dotted bay, including sweeping sunsets over Middle Bay. The inn offers exclusive estate buyouts for weddings and private celebrations, accommodating up to 45 guests through an Intimate Experience package or up to 120 guests through a Grand Celebration package. The grounds include a ceremony lawn at the water's edge, a cocktail hour lawn with elevated bay views, and a large reception lawn designed for tented gatherings. Three private suites accommodate the wedding party, and overnight accommodations for up to 26 guests are included across eight guest rooms and three suites in the main house and carriage house. Buyouts run Thursday through Sunday, with owners on-site to manage the estate throughout. Amenities include a professional kitchen for caterers, complimentary kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, a fire pit, and beach access.