Ceremony Venue – The Old Round Church
Reception Venue – The Inn at Essex
Florist – Nancy from A Schoolhouse Garden
Becca’s Dress – Paloma Blanca
Bridesmaid’s Dresses – Ann Taylor
DJ – Paul Pecor from Super Sounds
Oathing Stone & Parasol – Etsy

“I LOVED this wedding – it was so quintessentially Vermont and totally charming and Brendan & Becca were wonderful to work with.” – Amanda Herzberger.

This gorgeous affair of Jennifer and Jeffry was the first wedding of the season for us at Storied Events and we are delighted to say that it went off flawlessly!  Mountain Top Inn and Resort located in Chittenden, Vermont was the venue of choice for Jenn and Jeff who were looking for a mountainside wedding venue (gorgeous views), with all the classic charm and amenities that a quintessential New England resort will bring.

Here are some of the details:

Basics:
Theme: Napa meets Vermont
Colors: Chocolate Brown, Pink and Green
Original  plan: Formal sit down dinner, traditional timeline.
What makes this wedding unique:

With two months  until the wedding, the bride and groom decided to amend the existing plan & leave out the formal dinner and go with something less traditional, more them and more interactive. Storied Events went back to the drawing board to redesign the event to incorporate a distinctive atmosphere truly representing Vermont and Napa Valley. We threw out all the traditions and created a night specifically designed around Jennifer and Jeff. The dining tables were all removed and left only various formations of cocktail tables and lounge furniture. The menu was designed to keep food flowing most of the evening. Several tasting size portions of creative dishes using local ingredients paired with wine. Knowing the bride has a special place in her heart for dragonflies, we placed subtle touches of dragonflies here and there – to not distract from the overall theme.  Lastly, amber lighting washed the tent as the sky drew dark, creating a romantic, soft glow throughout the night.

The DJ played tunes all night, keeping guests on the dance floor for almost 6 hours!

Here is a list of all the vendors involved that made this wedding a reality:

Event Design and Planning: Storied Events

Rentals and Lighting: Rain or Shine Vermont

Ceremony and Reception: Mountain Top Inn and Resort

Florals: Painted Tulip

Photographer: Andy Duback Photography

DJ: Super Sounds (Paul Pecor – DJ)

Printed Materials: Lasso’d Moon

Linens: Vermont Wedding Parlor

Officiant: Rev Sharon Hughes

Ceremony Music: Steve Mulholland and Casey Franzoni

Cocktail Hour Music: Aaron Audet

Hair: Wavelengths

Desserts: Cuisine Lucette

Videographer: Tweed River Video

Riverside Farm located in Pittsfield is one of Vermont’s most popular four season wedding venues.  With various ceremony & reception options for couples unique tastes, Riverside Farm can accommodate the needs of todays most discerning weddings easily.

Riverside Farm’s Vermont wedding barn can host up to 200 guests in rustic-chic style. Tented affair’s are also a great alternative or addition to the barn site and can increase a weddings overall possibilities. If you are seeking a great wedding barn in New England  a site visit to Riverside Farm should most certainly be on your list.

For more information about this Vermont Wedding Venue please click HERE.

Riverside Farm is a sponsor of Storied Locations.

This real wedding of Emily and Matt was held on Memorial Day weekend at one of our favorite Vermont wedding venues: Stowe Mountain Lodge in Stowe, Vermont. The beautiful ceremony was held in the afternoon sunshine on the outside patio of Stowe Mountain Lodge. The reception took place in the Tamarack Ballroom which provided ample room for guests to mingle and enjoy all the offerings of their gorgeous wedding reception.  The following vendors made this beautiful wedding come to life.

Wedding Design and Planning by Storied Events

Floral Design: Blomma Flicka

Disc Jockey: Supersounds Entertainment

Event Rental and Lighting: Rain or Shine Vermont

Linen Rentals: BBJ Linens

Photography: Larry Asam Photography

Vermont wedding venues rarely are as quaint, cozy, and comfortable as the West Hill House B & B.  Absolutely perfect for intimate weddings year round for 30 guests and Summer weddings up to 80 guests, the West Hill House B & B provides the quintessential Vermont wedding experience that out of town brides often seek.  With over nine acres of manicured gardens, lazy walking paths, large wedding barn, and a beautiful pond for your guests to enjoy, your Vermont wedding at West Hill House B & B will surpass your expectations.

The inn features three large common areas, an elegant country dining room, and eight queen or twin/king bed guestrooms with fireplaces and air conditioning. All guest rooms have private en-suite baths with Jacuzzi tubs or steam showers.

For more information about this wedding venue please click HERE.  West Hill House B & B is a sponsor of Storied Locations.

Nestled in central Vermont, perched high on a hill at the end of winding dirt road is Mountain Top Inn and Resort.  A must see for couples seeking a quintessential Vermont Destination Wedding.  The resort, coupled with the perfect mix of intimacy, elegance and a rustic atmosphere, offers a few amenities and added value features you will not find at other New England resorts. These special features make the Mountain Top Inn and Resort one of Storied Location’s editor picks as well.

I have many favorite things about this resort; the staff, service, the unpretentious, cozy, yet elegant surroundings and the grounds are a few of them.  The really fabulous aspects are their event venues.

Forget about the standard ballroom. There is no ballroom at Mountain Top Inn.  Currently there are several venues to marry and celebrate your nuptials.  Ceremonies are typically held on their upper field with incredible views of the reservoir and mountains in the background. Then imagine moving down to the reception tent.  Yes, this resort utilizes an expandable tent (size dependent upon your guest list) for all of their events, even in the winter!

Seeking a private home to wed? Mountain Top Inn and resort also has the versatility to offer luxury homes on their estate. Keep in mind, these would be ideal for a smaller affair (think 80-100 guests).  Private tents and all the amenities of a resort at your fingertips. What more could you ask for?

That is not all – if you are dreaming of that welcome party/rehearsal dinner or Sunday brunch waterside, the resort offers distinct options to host your event on the beach at the reservoir.  Breathtaking.

For more information about the Mountain Top Inn and Resort, please visit our website. Select dates are still available for 2010!

Northern New England and upstate New York have wedding venues to host both small and large winter events. A few of our favorite picks include:

New York { Lake Placid Lodge}

Vermont {Stowe Mountain Lodge, The Mountain Top Inn and Resort, The Equinox Resort and Spa, The Green Mountain Inn, The Pitcher Inn }

New Hampshire { Mount Washington Resort, The Balsams, Mountain View Grand, Sunset Hill House }

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Stowe  is known for having great nightlife, amazing skiing, wonderful restaurants and magnificent views.  If you are seeking a full service resort spa experience for your wedding, there are three wonderful locations to choose from;  Stoweflake Mountain Resort and Spa, Stowe Mountain Lodge and Top Notch Resort and Spa.  All have ample reception facilities, award winning cuisine  and offer the true resort experience.

Stoweflake Mountain Resort and Spa  is nestled in the heart of Stowe on the mountain road.   Occupying over  50,000 square feet, the spa, workout facilities, pool, and hot tub area are centrally located on the resort grounds, easily accessible from either the townhouse units or hotel rooms.  “The Spa’s mountain inspired design with cascading waterfalls, soothing soaking pools and tranquil environment evoke the spirit of the area’s natural landscape.” –Stoweflake Mountain Resort.     For more information please visit www.stoweflake.com

Stowe Mountain Lodge is perched at the base of Stowe Mountain Resorts Spruce Peak ski area.  Opened in 2007,  The Wellness Center at Stowe Mountain Lodge boasts a 21,000 square foot state of the art facility with 19 private treatment rooms.  This exclusive lodge truly offers a respite from civilization and provides a unique one-of-a-kind location with the only luxury ski in/ski out access in Stowe.  You can easily transition from a morning spent on the hill to an afternoon of tranquility at the Wellness Center. For more information please visit www.stowemountainlodge.com

Top Notch Resort and Spa, situated on 120 acres of magnificent beauty, is well known for blending natural surroundings and luxurious resort amenities.  At 35,000 square feet ,  the spa offers separate relaxation lounges for men and women, two outdoor pools {adult only /family}, one indoor pool and respective indoor/outdoor hot tubs as well.  Offering 120 different treatments in 30 treatment rooms, Top Notch Spa is sure to satisfy your desire for mountain relaxation.  For more information please visit www.topnotchresort.com

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If you are engaged, consider yourself a “foodie”, enjoy fine wines, love to indulge in pampering yourself and are in search of an above ground ballroom with a clean design scheme, views and windows – look no further! The Lodge is available year round for weddings and events with a capacity for up to 200+ guests. Pricing for their wedding package – food and wine, event space included, is fair for a luxury resort, especially when you consider the food is all sourced through local farms to the greatest extend possible. Early summer 2010 event space is tight and fall weddings are already booking. Call and schedule a site tour, enjoy a pint in the Hour Glass Lounge and ponder about all of the compliments your guests will give you after spending a weekend at this highly coveted resort.