We recently checked back in with Jessica Hans, a wedding planner at Newagen Seaside Inn in Southport who will marry her fiancé Jonathan at French’s Point this July. Turns out Jessica’s done a lot of planning since we last spoke. Here she talks about the wedding aesthetic that’s emerged, her impulse-buy dress, and what she… Read more »
What Makes French’s Point Unique: Part III: It’s a Family Affair
What Makes French’s Point: Part III: It’s a Family Affair The distinction makes all the difference when it comes to picking a wedding venue. We at French’s Point think our spot is as unique as they come, and in this series, we’ll briefly touch on a few of our favorite, special attributes. Last time, we… Read more »
What Makes French’s Point Unique Series: Part II: Four-Season Weddings
The distinction makes all the difference when it comes to picking a wedding venue. We at French’s Point, think our spot is as unique as they come. So, in this series we’ll briefly touch on a few of our favorite, special attributes. Last time, we looked at our 280-degree ocean view. Today, we will highlight… Read more »
What Makes French’s Point Unique Series: Part I: The Ocean View
What Makes French’s Point Unique: The Ocean View The distinction makes all the difference when it comes to picking a wedding venue. We at French’s Point think our spot is as unique as they come, and in this series, we’ll briefly touch on a few of our favorite, special things. First up, the view. French’s… Read more »
Planning Your Maine Wedding: Part IV: Timeline Management
This is the fourth installment in our five-part series based on the wedding planning guidance that I offer my clients at French’s Point. In this series, I provide tips on central concerns like budget creation, vendor selection, the ceremony, timeline management, and set-up, addressing each topic in the order that I typically address it with… Read more »
Planning Your Maine Wedding: Part III: The Ceremony
This is the third installment in our five-part series based on the wedding planning guidance that we offer our clients at French’s Point. In this series, I provide tips on central concerns like budget creation, vendor selection, timeline management, the ceremony, and set-up, addressing each topic in the order that I typically address it with… Read more »
Planning Your Maine Wedding: Part II: Vendor Selection
This is the second in our five-part series based on the wedding planning help that I offer my clients at French’s Point. In this series, I provide tips on central concerns like budget creation, vendor selection, timeline management, the ceremony, and set-up, addressing each topic in the order that I typically address it with the… Read more »
Exploring Nearby Sears Island, The Largest Uninhabited Island on the East Coast
Drive fifteen minutes south of French’s Point and you’ll find Sears Island, one of the prettiest and most controversial nature preserves in Maine. Sears Island, located off the coast of Searsport, is the largest undeveloped, uninhabited island accessible by a causeway on the Eastern seaboard. About 600 of the island’s 940 acres are protected by… Read more »
Kayaking in Penobscot Bay
If you’re familiar with sea kayaking, you might want to take out one of French’s Point’s kayaks and explore Penobscot Bay. The bay is Maine’s largest, stretching 20 miles from Whitehead Island to Isle Au Haut near Acadia National Park. Our little piece of the bay is relatively quiet, perfect for a half-day spent poking… Read more »
Maine Wedding Venue Map
For those of you wondering what the French’s Point property looks like, check out this new map we’ve developed of the grounds. You can see the ocean borders the property on three sides, which makes for stunning panoramic views of the bay. We have a spot along the water on the east side for tables… Read more »