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.
Why this business stood out
The verified notes
- Restored historic mansion paired with a modern pavilion
- Partial Lake Champlain views from the upstairs balcony
- Responsive, organized event staff throughout planning
In their clients’ words
What people say on Google
Ellen B
7 years ago
The UVM Alumni House was the absolute perfect choice for our wedding reception. The space is beautiful, both the restored historic house as well as the new pavilion space. Upon our first visit my husband and I were both impressed with the beauty and history of the space and how warm and inviting it felt. The entire team that we worked with from the Alumni House was helpful, organized and efficient and super responsive to all of our questions and communication leading up to our wedding. One of my favorite things about having our reception at the Alumni House was we had use of almost the entire space (both floors of the historic house and porches as well as the pavilion) for the whole day....
James D
7 years ago
My wife and I got married at the UVM Alumni House this June, and we couldn't have found a better place for our special day. The Main House is beautiful with tons of incredible, historic details, while the new Pavilion is modern with the right touches to make it feel consistent with the house that it is attached to. The whole staff went above and beyond in assisting us with every detail necessary to make our dream wedding come true.
Laura Lane
4 years ago
Lovely event space. The University of Vermont spared no expense in renovating this historic mansion. After a fraternity vacated the building, it was a disaster! Partial views of the lake from an upstairs balcony. The view is probably better when the leaves are off the trees.
Jennifer Smith
7 years ago
The preservation of this Burlington treasure is testament to the forethought and downright smarts at UVM. The detail and rehabilitation/replication of the most minor features from the stained glass to the awnings rescued this home from one of its previous incarnations as a fraternity. Even the baby grand piano was meticulously restored by a local tuner and craftsman. I've heard only good things from others who have held weddings or parties -- the staff is on top of all aspects throughout the planning and delivery. This is my first choice for hosting a classy event in the Burlington area.
Steve Burt
6 years ago
Beautiful special event venue. Great Dismas House fund raiser held there. Staff very accommodating.
Reviews from Google. Read all of them on Google.
Good to know
When they are open
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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
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Hotel Vermont, Burlington
Walkable downtown base with lake views, easy for a room block.
Basin Harbor, Vergennes
Lakeside cottages and rooms for guests who want a full weekend.
Made INN Vermont, Burlington
Small boutique inn for close family and the wedding party.
Three stops worth the detour
Somewhere pretty for photographs, and somewhere warm for a good cup of coffee.
Shelburne Farms
Lake and pasture views that photograph beautifully at golden hour.
Oakledge Park, Burlington
Sunset over Lake Champlain with the Adirondacks behind it.
Speeder & Earl's Coffee, Burlington
A local roaster for the morning-after coffee run.
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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.