Couples often ask me how early they should book their wedding venue. Of course, this all depends on a number of factors: How long would you like the engagement period to be? Do you have life commitments (school, work, vacation, moving, home purchase) that need to be factored in to your timing? Do you have… Read more »
6 Tips for Giving the Perfect Wedding Toast
Congratulations, you have been selected to give a toast at your friends’ wedding! Are you nervous? You shouldn’t be. It’s an honor to be asked to toast the wedding couple and you’re probably being asked because you’re one of the most important people in their lives. We’ve seen hundreds of toasts here at French’s Point,… Read more »
6 Best Lawn Games for Weddings
There is no better way to spend a sunny afternoon on the coast of Maine than being outside enjoying the fresh air and ocean views with a cold beverage, good company, and healthy competition playing lawn games. It’s also a fun addition to your wedding day! The expansive waterfront lawn at French’s Point offers ample… Read more »
Your 3-Day Stay at the Retreat at French’s Point
Our couples choose The Retreat at French’s Point to host their wedding festivities for many reasons: beautiful grounds and facilities incredible list of inclusive amenities and services the exclusive privacy and customization, and the region’s rich offering of resources and activities for guests to explore. But above all other reasons, couples choose to host their… Read more »
Real French’s Point Wedding: Stunning Coastal Maine Wedding of Meagan and Jameson
Beautiful Coastal Maine Wedding at French’s Point It’s almost June in Maine, and we are gearing up for our wedding season, starting this weekend, at French’s Point. We wanted to share this stunning summer wedding, celebrating Meagan and Jamesons’ nuptials! Our team loved working with these amazing people. There were so many special touches that made this day… Read more »
Engaged? Tour and Stay with French’s Point
Engaged? Spend a night at Maine’s most romantic wedding destination… free. There is no more romantic a place in Maine to get married than French’s Point, and no better way for you to know that than to spend a night with us. So we have a new partnership, and something to give to you. French’s… Read more »
Real French’s Point Wedding: Julie & Bryan
A while back we shared Julie and Bryan’s quintessentially Maine rehearsal dinner photos at Young’s Lobster Pound right here in Belfast, Maine. Today we are overjoyed to be sharing the images from Julie and Bryan’s special day at French’s Point. Although the May Maine weather was less than ideal, it sure made for some amazing… Read more »
Flower of the Month: Craspedia Billy Balls
Cherry Time Craspedia Billy Balls, those little round flowers you often see in Fall bouquets, are native to Australia and New Zealand, where they grow naturally in a variety of habitats. We love this flower as a pop of color in a bridal bouquet, as well as for the groom’s boutonnière. For your French’s Point… Read more »
Real Maine Wedding: Goldie & Johnson
Goldie and Johnson were married on July 5, 2014 here at French’s Point. They used the Gazebo for their ceremony, and enjoyed dinner and dancing under our beautiful Sail Cloth tent! We are so happy with the photos from Cuppa Photography, and are excited to be sharing them with you today! Visit our website to… Read more »
Belfast, Maine: The Gothic New England
Many people choose to get married at French’s Point for the fact that doing so is like having your wedding on your own personal island. We take care of every detail for our couples, meaning they never have to lift a finger, before, during or after their special day! While it’s true there is absolutely no… Read more »