A summer wedding in Maine is a magical experience. It’s the perfect place, at the perfect time. If you’ve ever dreamed of getting married outdoors, you can’t do better than during the summertime in Maine, when the days are sunny and full of gentle warmth, the smell of pine trees and saltwater perfumes the air,… Read more »
Planning A Successful Al Fresco Rehearsal Dinner at French’s Point
A quintessential part of a memorable in-season weekend wedding experience at French’s Point is an Al Fresco Rehearsal Dinners on the Gazebo Promenade. We love these family-style dinners, in this beautiful open-air setting. The Gazebo Promenade is bordered by gorgeous gardens of beach roses, lilacs, lavender & hydrangeas. This location sits at the peak height… Read more »
Farm House BBQ Lawn & West Overlook Terrace
Just behind the Farm House, overlooking the west slope and the Sandy Point State Park that wraps around the estate is a wonderful little BBQ Lawn and the West Overlook Terrace. These casual spaces are ideal for small groups to gather. This spring we painted our five 12’ long x 44” wide picnic tables white…. Read more »
10 Reasons to Reserve a Winter Wedding at French’s Point
Winter weddings at French’s Point are unlike those in any other season. The beauty & tranquility of the season mixed the cozy interiors of our homes makes for the perfect combination for a winter wedding weekend retreat. 1. Our Three Homes Reserve only our Retreat House with 6 suites with lodging for up to 18, or… Read more »
Tent Lighting
At French’s Point, we offer our private oceanfront estate with abundant gardens & a variety of settings for weekend festivities, including our beautiful Sail Cloth Tent to host your various weekend festivities (which would cost $40K if you were to rent the same inclusions for your celebration elsewhere). What lighting is offered as part of… Read more »
Real Review: A One of a Kind Experience
Dear Jessika, Thank you very much for all of your time, support, ideas & warmth over the past 12 months! From the day we met you over doughnuts & contemplated (for way too long) while sitting on your couch, to your thoughtful support in reserving to countless random questions, emails & calls, you always made… Read more »
The Sound System at French’s Point
The sound system at French’s Point is offered to our guests during their planned events. The sound system is a property-operated piece of equipment. Guests have access to the sound system from 9am-10pm with the site manager’s permission. Sound System will be locked at 10:00pm or at the end of your event before the site… Read more »
FAQ: What Role Does French’s Point’s Team Play During Our Stay?
The French’s Point team provides support related to the venue, in advance of your stay, during your stay, during your events, and during your departure. Our Property Manager, Nicole Lesher, will be your primary point of contact with us once you reserve your stay. In Advance Of Your Stay Nicole will offer recommendations on how… Read more »
Retreat House Catering Kitchen
Our 1,200 sq. ft. catering kitchen is located on the lower level of the Retreat House and is available to licensed and insured caterers approved by our office for meal preparation for events and cooking classes. Use of the kitchen and equipment is offered at no additional cost. Available Equipment The preparation area of the… Read more »
What Style of Venue is French’s Point?
\Maine offers two different kinds of wedding venues to suit couples’ needs: All-inclusive Locations: Resorts, inns, and restaurants Blank Canvas Properties Summer camps, private homes, farms, fields, and orchards French’s Point: A Black Canvas Venue French’s Point is a simply elegant seaside “blank canvas venue“. This means that we provide an outstanding venue with 8… Read more »