We recommend reaching out as soon as you start planning your Vermont wedding, especially if you’re considering a celebration in the popular months of May through October. This helps our team guide you to the best spaces and options for your day.

We always encourage couples to contact us even if your timeline is shorter. We’ll do everything we can to find the perfect space for your celebration—whether it’s a large gathering or an intimate micro wedding.

Our wedding venue fees are designed to provide the essentials for a smooth and memorable Vermont wedding experience.

• Ceremony Site Fee Includes:
  • Private ceremony space for a 30-minute ceremony
  • Ceremony chairs and necessary tables
  • Full setup and breakdown of the ceremony site
  • Ceremony rehearsal directed by your dedicated Event Manager
    

• Reception Site Fee Includes:
  • Private event space for a 5-hour reception
  • Reception tables and chairs
  • Complete setup and breakdown of items provided by the venue
  • Choice of white, ivory, or black table linens and linen napkins
  • Dedicated Event Manager

Yes! As one of Vermont’s most versatile wedding venues, we offer both indoor and outdoor ceremony options. Couples love our scenic outdoor spaces during the beautiful Spring, Summer, and Fall seasons. Elegant indoor spaces are also available, providing a stunning alternative during colder months or in case of inclement weather.

Many couples hosting a full wedding weekend in Vermont also choose to hold welcome receptions or rehearsal dinners outdoors to fully enjoy the New England setting.

Yes! Complementary on-site parking is available for all wedding guests throughout the property. Guest convenience is a priority at our full-service Vermont resort.

We also offer two EV charging stations for guests traveling to your New England destination wedding (standard charging fees apply).

Yes! Our Farmhouse wedding venue includes two private getting-ready suites for couples to prepare comfortably on the morning of their wedding. Couples hosting their celebration in the Atrium can also add our Celebration Suite for pre-ceremony preparations. On-site accommodations and dedicated prep spaces help ensure a relaxed, seamless start to your special day.

We provide a curated list of trusted local Vermont wedding vendors—including photographers, florists, planners, and entertainment professionals—who know our property well. That said, you are never required to use our preferred vendors.

While outside caterers are not permitted, couples are welcome to bring in outside desserts for a fee. We’re happy to collaborate with your chosen team to help bring your unique wedding vision to life.

We are a pet-friendly resort! While only service animals are permitted inside our event spaces, couples are welcome to include their dog in an outdoor ceremony, a popular touch for Vermont weddings. We do ask that a designated pet sitter be responsible for the animal after the ceremony to ensure a smooth reception.

The Essex Resort & Spa is a full-service New England resort with 120 guest rooms, making it a perfect choice for destination weddings or full wedding weekends.

Room blocks can be arranged in advance through our sales team to reserve accommodations for your guests. Rooms outside of a contracted block are subject to availability. Hosting your ceremony, reception, and lodging all in one location helps guests fully relax and enjoy your Vermont wedding celebration.

Yes! Every couple is assigned a dedicated Event Manager who assists with the hotel-side details of your wedding.

• Your Event Manager will:
  • Answer questions and provide guidance on hotel logistics
  • Assist with timeline creation for the day-of schedule
  • Coordinate with vendors on the wedding day and oversee setup of hotel-provided spaces
  • Provide recommendations on food and beverage, room setup, and flow
  • Facilitate your on-site ceremony rehearsal
  • Be on-site up to 5 hours prior through the end of dinner service or until the last scheduled tradition concludes
    

In addition, our experienced banquet team manages all event setup and service on the hotel-side to help your day run smoothly, so you can focus on celebrating with your guests.