Planning perspective
What to consider before reaching out
A strong first conversation is about fit, not just availability. Share your date, approximate guest count, location, and the feeling you want the day to have. Ask what is included, what typically changes the final quote, and what decisions need to be made earliest.
For a venue partner, confirm how communication works, who will be present on the day, and how the team handles changes. Pricing was not included in the supplied research, so request a current, itemized proposal directly from the business.
In their clients’ words
What people say on Google
Abbey Demers
2 months ago
If I could give Barn at Merry Hill and Jen more than 5 stars, I absolutely would. Our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more, and that is entirely thanks to the incredible team that made it happen. From the moment we arrived, I felt completely taken care of. Jen went above and beyond in every possible way. She protected my peace all day, made sure every detail was exactly how I had envisioned it, handled everything behind the scenes without me ever knowing, and allowed me to be fully present with my husband, family, and friends. Having someone I could trust so completely was priceless. The entire Barn at Merry Hill staff was equally amazing. Every single person was kind, attentive...
Tedra Kidd
a month ago
If you're looking for a wedding venue, STOP SEARCHING and book The Barn at Merry Hill!! I truly cannot recommend them enough. It was worth every single penny, and if I could do it all over again, I would choose them every time. From the very beginning, communication was incredibly easy. They used both text and email, which made planning so convenient. Every part of the booking process and our timeline was organized, and I always knew exactly what to expect. Wedding planning can be overwhelming, but they made everything feel simple and stress-free. Our coordinator, Jen, was absolutely amazing! She took care of every detail on our wedding day, allowing us to be completely present and enjoy e...
Abigail Lamontagne
a month ago
Feeling so incredibly grateful to The Barn at Merry Hill for giving us the most amazing experience on our wedding day. From our very first tour to the moment we said “I do,” we knew this was the venue for us. We truly cannot thank Bobby and Stacy Marcotte enough for creating such a beautiful space and thinking of every single detail. The Barn at Merry Hill is accessible for everyone, has absolutely everything you could possibly need, and somehow makes the entire wedding planning process feel effortless. We also cannot thank Jennifer Curley, our day-of coordinator, enough for taking the time to truly understand our vision and bring it to life. Jennifer is absolutely incredible at what she do...
Melody Miller
a month ago
I have nothing but positive words for this Beautiful venue! I had the pleasure of working alongside Jennifer and her team for a wedding and they were beyond organized and friendly. If you're looking for a beautiful place to start your forever.. Look no further!
Nicole Pugatch
7 months ago
When we were first looking at venues, booking our wedding at the Barn at Merry Hill felt like a no brainer. Not only is the space beautiful, and the food delicious - but it’s evident that there’s a whole team of experts who all truly care, and are always willing to help. Jenn, our day of coordinator, was fabulous. She kept the entire day running smoothly, and I never had to worry - we were truly able to enjoy ourselves the whole day, and were so happy with how everything turned out! Stacy, Bobby, Chef Jen and the rest of the team were absolutely wonderful as well. Their responsiveness and care never went unnoticed to us - we are so thankful to the whole Barn at Merry Hill team, for making o...
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Good to know
When they are open
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Getting here
How far is this from home?
Pick the city you and most of your guests will be driving from and we will estimate the trip.
An estimate for planning, not live traffic. Leafy weekends in October always take longer.
For your guests
Lovely places to stay nearby
Wentworth by the Sea, New Castle
Historic seaside hotel with room for the whole guest list.
The Hotel Portsmouth
Boutique rooms steps from downtown restaurants.
AC Hotel Portsmouth
Modern rooms with a rooftop for the welcome drink.
Three stops worth the detour
Somewhere pretty for photographs, and somewhere warm for a good cup of coffee.
Portsmouth Harbor Light, New Castle
White lighthouse and open ocean, lovely at sunrise.
Prescott Park, Portsmouth
Riverfront gardens in full bloom all summer.
Caffe Kilim, Portsmouth
Longtime local coffeehouse with serious espresso.
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Editorial note: this profile is based only on the vendor research supplied to New England Celebrations. It is not a paid endorsement, interview, or first-person testimonial. Pricing and availability are on request.