A destination wedding feels like a vacation and a reunion, with a wedding at the heart of it all. If this sounds like the experience you are seeking, consider hosting a wedding in another city, state or even country. Keep reading for the ultimate destination wedding planning checklist! Destination Wedding Planning Checklist 18 Months Before… Read more »
French’s Point – The Perfect Place for Your Intimate Micro Wedding
There has been a recent movement toward smaller, more intimate weddings and we are fully on board! We recently hosted our very first wedding of 2020 (thank you COVID-19) with a guest list of just 42 people. As I was saying goodbye to the newlyweds at the end of their stay, they extolled the virtues… Read more »
Why You Can’t Afford to Not Hire a Wedding Planner
Do you need a wedding planner to help organize, prepare, and execute your wedding? A wedding is, after all, one of the most important and significant occasions in a couple’s lifespan. A moment they will reflect for generations. Making that day a perfect one requires organization, logistical management, and planning over a span of time…. Read more »
Touring French’s Point
Touring venues have traditionally been part of the process of planning a wedding. Vetting a venue by seeing it in person is part of due diligence, to ensure you find the best fit for your needs and eliminate any unknowns that might pose difficulties down the road. French’s Point clients are almost always planning a… Read more »
Robert-Willard Harris Brooks & Andrew Bradford Foyer Bar
The Robert-Willard Harris Brooks & Andrew Bradford Foyer Bar located in the heart of the Retreat House got some attention last winter. We added new bar stools on the Lounge side of the two-sided bar area. We love their driftwood-like aesthetic and the contrast they provide against the rich mahogany Douglas Fir board and batten… Read more »
Crystal-Lynn Conservatory
The Crystal-Lynn Conservatory located on the main level of the Retreat House, received updated furnishings last year to include two refinished church pews for seating (they were original to the house when the church previously owned the property), two antique side tables and four velvet chairs. This space can be used for ceremony or cocktail… 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 »
A Spring Garden Wedding in Maine
Arielle & Josh had their Maine destination wedding weekend on June 1, 2019 at our French’s Point estate. The couple celebrated with loved ones traveling from all around the world! During their wedding weekend (Thursday through Sunday) they gathered their friends & family at multiple locations around our estate to make the most of our… Read more »