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
Jo YQ Z
2 months ago
You know the feeling you get when you found your destined partner, your dream dress, your forever home? That was the exact feeling we got when we visited Walnut Hill. We were visiting venues all around Portland, ME, and weighing their pros and cons. That is, before we found Walnut Hill. After our first visit, we immediately signed the contract and canceled all other tours because both of us were taken away by the beauty and intimacy of Walnut Hill. The ceremony grove is so dreamy--the sun shines through the leaves of the trees, the birds chirping, and the whole world just quiet down. The barn is well-maintained with a gorgeous bar and spacious bathrooms, which makes the guest experience top ...
Shelby Wilcox
2 months ago
We had our wedding at The Barn on Walnut Hill a few weeks ago, and it truly was the most perfect weekend! The ceremony space is so dreamy, especially with all the tree coverage. The barn is such a great space to really decorate and tailor to your own personal style / space. Having the entire property for the whole weekend was ideal - we were able to have our rehearsal dinner on the property which turned out so beautiful also. And having the house on the property is such a nice touch too - it allowed us to have both of our families stay with us the entire weekend and spend some quality time together. Mike and Essie were very responsive throughout our entire stay too. We'd highly recommend The...
Alli Davanzo
a week ago
Genuinely everything about this venue is PERFECT. The team is amazing, so hospitable, and so kind. We loved working with Mike and Essie before the wedding, and our weekend event manager, Callie, was so lovely the entire weekend. The venue itself is show stopping and I'm still surprised it didn't come straight from my dreams. It is the perfect blend of the outdoors and the family setting, incredibly photogenic, and so peaceful. To the Walnut Hill team, thank you for having us, for the hospitality, and for being the backdrop to the best weekend of our lives. Would choose this again 100 times out of 100!
Grace
3 weeks ago
My husband and I recently got married at Walnut Hill, and saying it was a magical experience doesn’t even begin to do it justice. The grounds are manicured to perfection, the farmhouse feels like one giant warm hug, and the owners, Essie and Mike, truly embody the meaning of goodness! From the moment we arrived, they were kind, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in making our wedding day special. They care about so much more than just the details...they understand the deeper meaning behind the day and make you feel like your celebration truly matters to them. We felt so taken care of all weekend long. Getting married at Walnut Hill was one of the best days of our lives, and we couldn’t be ...
Libby DesRuisseaux
3 months ago
The Barn at Walnut Hill was the perfect wedding venue for our spring wedding. The grounds were perfectly maintained, and guests kept coming up to us all night saying how beautiful the whole property is. All of the staff were incredibly helpful and attentive during the planning process and throughout the wedding weekend. Mike and Essie really make you feel like a part of the extended Walnut Hill family, and we are so happy we had our wedding here. We could not recommend this venue more highly!
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Good to know
When they are open
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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
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Walkable downtown base in an old newspaper building.
The Francis, Portland
Small and elegant, good for the wedding party.
Higgins Beach Inn, Scarborough
Beach rooms fifteen minutes from the city.
Three stops worth the detour
Somewhere pretty for photographs, and somewhere warm for a good cup of coffee.
Portland Head Light, Cape Elizabeth
Cliffs, surf, and the most photographed light in Maine.
Eastern Promenade
Harbor islands behind you in every frame.
Tandem Coffee + Bakery, Portland
The morning coffee and biscuit stop locals send you to.
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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.