Celebrations

Yes! Every corporate event is supported by a dedicated Event Manager who will finalize your Banquet Event Order (BEO) and guide you through planning logistics prior to your arrival. While the Event Manager may not always be on-site for the duration of the event, our experienced banquet and operations teams are present to oversee room setup, catering service, session transitions, and overall event flow.

As a full-service Vermont corporate meeting and conference venue, we combine professional event execution with a setting designed for productivity and focus, so your team can connect and accomplish more in a seamless, well-supported environment.

Yes! The Essex Resort & Spa is a full-service Vermont resort with 120 guest rooms, making it ideal for multi-day conferences, destination meetings, and corporate retreats.

Room blocks can be arranged in advance through our Sales team. Rooms outside of a contracted block are subject to availability.

For companies with frequent business travel to the area, we’re happy to explore a Corporate Rate to support ongoing lodging needs.

We provide a curated list of trusted partners for services such as audiovisual production, entertainment, team-building experiences, and décor. These vendors are familiar with our Vermont meeting spaces and retreat programming.

While outside caterers are not permitted, you are welcome to bring in other outside vendors. Our team will collaborate closely with your chosen partners to ensure your corporate event or leadership retreat runs smoothly.

Absolutely! Our curated banquet menu offers robust and well-rounded selections. Additionally, our culinary team can create custom menus to elevate your Vermont corporate retreat or conference. We highlight the best of Vermont’s seasonal ingredients, sourcing from local farms and regional purveyors.

From energizing breakfast spreads and working lunches to multi-course executive dinners, every menu can be tailored to your group’s preferences and dietary needs, making your New England meeting experience memorable.

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 event (standard charging fees apply).

We offer audiovisual support for corporate meetings, conferences, and retreats. Groups may rent AV equipment directly through the resort, including projectors, screens, microphones, sound systems, and presentation tools.

For more complex production needs, we can coordinate with trusted external AV partners to ensure your event runs smoothly. Our team is here to manage the technical details so you can focus on your content and attendees.

We offer a variety of flexible event spaces designed to accommodate everything from executive board meetings to large-scale conferences and company-wide retreats.

Our dedicated Sales & Events team will guide you in selecting the ideal room and layout to support flow, productivity, and engagement throughout your New England corporate event. For detailed layout capacities, please contact us directly.

We recommend reaching out as soon as you start planning your Vermont corporate event or executive retreat so we can help you explore available dates and spaces.

With multiple meeting spaces of varying sizes across the resort, we strive to accommodate both long and short lead times for corporate meetings and retreats.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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! 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.

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

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.

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