The Perfect Autumn Wedding at The Equinox in Manchester Vermont

Posted on September 7, 2023

Allie and Nick’s fall wedding at the historic Equinox Resort in Manchester, Vermont shows just how breathtaking Vermont fall weddings can be! From the picturesque outdoor ceremony to the beautiful reception hall, every detail was thoughtfully planned and perfectly executed.

About The Equinox Resort in Manchester, Vermont

The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa is quintessential New England wedding venue. The Resort offers multiple elegant settings with remarkable, majestic mountain views, plenty of on-site activities and dining options and high quality service, making it a wonderful wedding destination no matter the time of year.

Allie and Nick’s wedding was the perfect blend of timeless elegance and Vermont charm! The Equinox Resort’s elegant grounds provided the ideal canvas for this masterpiece of a wedding. The Lincoln Lawn, situated in the middle of the Equinox Resort, provided the perfect backdrop (Check out the view of Mount Equinox in the background!) For their reception, Allie and Nick moved the party indoors to the Colonnade ball room, which incorporated seasonal florals and pumpkins into their decor, which popped against crisp white linens. The combination of natural elements and refined decor created an atmosphere that invited guests to immerse themselves in the beauty of the fall season.

After the couple’s romantic first dance, Silver Arrow Band played live music to keep guests energized all evening long! See all of the beautiful details and special moments captured by Vermont wedding photographer Colette Kulig Photography below.

Vendors:

Venue: The Equinox Resort, Photographer: Colette Kulig Photography, Planner: Destinations Found, Florist: Lily of the Valley Florist, Band: Silver Arrow Band, Hair and Makeup: True Beauty Company.

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BEST OF 2022: Wedding Venues

Posted on January 17, 2023

Despite being a small state, there is no shortage of amazing wedding venues across Vermont. From mountain retreats to lakeside spots, there truly is something for everyone here. We’re rounding up the best Vermont wedding venues to help you find your perfect “I do” location!

Check out our editorial picks for the best wedding venues in 2022, and vote for your favorite in our Readers Choice Awards below!

The Equinox

The Equinox is located in the beautiful town of Manchester, Vermont and has no shortage of sweeping, majestic mountain views. Showcased here is the venue’s picturesque Pond Pavilion, which is located at the foot of Mt. Equinox.

Photo: Jaclyn Schmitz

Sugarbush Resort

If you love Vermont for skiing or snowboarding, then you’ll fall head over heels for Sugarbush Resort! This quintessential Vermont wedding venue, located in Warren, is breathtaking all seasons. The Resort offers several options for gathering spaces and plentiful onsite accommodations.

Photo 1: Juniper Studios

Photo 2: Oliver Parini

Wilburton Inn

The Wilburton Inn is nestled on 30 acres of pure romantic and historic charm! This venue is perfect for couple’s looking to provide guests with a weekend-long celebration. Their ceremony site boasts sweeping views, and the unique marble courtyard is the dreamiest setting to dance the night away.

Photos: Swoyer Photography

Hildene

Step straight into a fairytale at Hildene. The formal gardens of the Lincoln Family Home are the perfect backdrop for taking photos and sweeping views of the Taconic and Green Mountains are hard to beat. This is one of Vermont’s most elegant, historic and timeless venues!

Photo: Michelle Lange Photography

An Affair by the Lake

An Affair by the Lake, located on the shores of Lake Champlain, is truly stunning. Along with uninterrupted lake views, this venue also offers a ceremony gazebo, large lawn for a tented reception, and elegant Inn on site for select guests.

Photo: Golden Door Photo

Talta Lodge

Tälta Lodge is one of Stowe, Vermont’s newest wedding venues and conveniently located near lots of outdoor activities, perfect for adventure loving couples. Highlighted here is a timeless summer wedding by Sara Judith Events. Everything about this day at Talta Lodge was customized to perfection for the bride and groom, and showcases what’s possible at this beautiful venue.

Film: Beyond Bliss Films

ECHO

Complete with sparkling views of Lake Champlain, ECHO is truly a unique and modern wedding venue. It’s one of the most memorable wedding venues in Vermont (think: fish tanks & exhibits inside and Adirondack mountains views outside!) and is one of only a few venues directly on the Burlington waterfront.

Photo: Michael Tallman

Farm Road Estate

Farm Road Estate is a historic and romantic wedding venue and inn nestled on 32 acres in West Dover, Vermont. A quintessential Vermont wedding destination, uniquely suited to host Pinterest- ready weddings and large events all year round!

Photo 1: Abigail Jean Photography

Photo 2: Jenna Brisson Photography

The Essex Resort & Spa

The Essex Resort and Spa is the perfect destination for couples looking for deluxe accommodations and Vermont charm. Featured here is a garden party themed summer wedding filmed by Kasaydia Wind Media. The couple’s big day was ethereal, personal and sweet, with the Essex being the perfect backdrop!

Maquam Barn

Maquam Barn and Winery in Milton, Vermont can be easily descirbed in one word: romantic! The venue is a working winery with a magnificent, newly constructed barn, and sweeping vistas to backdrop couple’s ceremonies.

Photo: Katie Jean Photos

Lake Bomoseen Lodge

Lake Bomoseen Lodge is nestled in the Taconic Mountains on Vermont’s largest inland lake, gorgeous Lake Bomoseen. the venue includes multiple ceremony locations and on-site accomodations. We’ve seen weddings from all four seasons held here, each breathtaking in their own right!

Photo: Lindsey Vann

Inn at Grace Farm

The Inn at Grace Farm provides couples with a private estate experience for their Vermont celebration. With three ceremony sites, a stunning reception barn, and comfortable on-site accommodations, Grace Farm is a truly magical place to celebrate.

Photo: Photos by Kintz

Sleepy Hollow

Step into a storybook at Sleepy Hollow Inn! Shown here is the venue’s pavilion, a cozy and romantic space in the winter. I’m swooning over the flickering candles framing the aisles.

Photo Credit: Cait Fletcher photo

Silhouette Hill

Silhouette Hill checks all of the boxes when it comes to hosting a quintessential Vermont wedding in the county. They provide a serene, picturesque backdrop for couples looking to customize their big day.

Millstone Hill

Millstone Hill is complete with gorgeous views, a beautiful event barn, and a Bed and Breakfast. For couples looking for a real Vermont feel and charm, this quaint and romantic venue is it!

Lareau Farm Inn

Lareau Farm Inn is a classic Vermont farmhouse venue in Waitsfield, Vermont. Celebrations sprawl from the pavilion onto the expansive lawn, which lends even the most elegant of wedding an intimate vibe. As the home of Vermont-famous, American Flatbread, they also offer catering, including that famous (and ridiculously delish) wood-fired pizza.

Photo 1: MoHo Photo

Photo 2: Hannah Photography

Farmhouse Flowers

Farmhouse Flowers VT is blooming with beauty! As the name suggests, this gorgeous venue is nestled among the lush flower gardens, from which the team crafts stunning wedding floral arrangements and bouquets. The timber frame reception barn is equally lovely.

Photo: Desirae Jean Photography

Sterling Ridge (Readers Choice Awards)

Sterling Ridge Resort is a log cabin resort hidden in the mountains, providing a unique, private space for couples to celebrate with loved ones for an entire wedding weekend. This is an absolutely beautiful backdrop for nature lovers!

Photo: K. Lenox Photography

Wild Sugar Homestead

Wild Sugar Homestead is a stunning, rustic wedding venue perfect for couples who want to create a unique, DIY wedding experience in a place that showcases all of Vermont’s natural beauty. And fun fact: its owners, Hallie and Erik (pictured), were also among the first couple to get married here!

Photos by Jessica Dantowitz and second shooter Miranda Photo Co.

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BEST OF 2021: Location

Posted on December 23, 2021

Vermont may be a small state, but we have an impressive, long list of beautiful locations to get married! From the shores of Lake Champlain to the tops of the Green Mountains … and everywhere in between… there are a variety of venues to set the stage for your romantic wedding. Here are a few of the best places couples exchanged vows in 2021.

Love this story? We’re sharing our “semi finalist” picks on Instagram. Go check it out for even more inspiration!

Mountains Majesty

Sparkling waters and sweeping mountain views make The Equinox Resort’s pond one of the most romantic, majestic to tie the knot. (Photo: Kelsey Regan Photography)

Home Away From Home

With lodging on site, a cozy firepit, and plenty to explore, the Lareau Farm Inn makes you feel like you’re at home – if you’re home was really, really cool. (Photo: Hannah Photography)

Lakeside & Lovely

With views overlooking Lake Champlain, sparkling aquariums and more, ECHO is a unique, modern setting for a true Vermont wedding. (Photo: Madison Anne Studio)

Backyard Bliss

From getting ready at the elegant Inn at Burkyn to a lovely backyard celebration, this wedding in the mountains is a total stunner. (Video: Beyond Bliss Films)

Falling For You

With rolling hills and colorful foliage, Sterling Ridge Resort sets the scene for a truly lovely Vermont wedding. (Photo: Cait Borgault Photography)

Garden Romance

A gorgeous barn and colorful, sprawling gardens …it’s no wonder Farmhouse Flowers is one of the best backdrops for a Vermont wedding! (Photo: Danielle Allendorf)

Riding High

If you fell in love with Vermont for the skiing, you are going to love Sugarbush Resort‘s mountain top ceremony location and iconic “Just Married” chair lift sign. (Photo: Jenna Brisson)

Edge of the World

How breathtaking is this image? It looks like the couple is in the middle of an epic, romantic movie (but really they’re at private home in Shelburne, Vermont). (Photo: Ben Hudson Photography)

Into the Woods

This couple tied the knot under a canopy of trees at The Inn at Weathersfield before celebrating dinner in the quaint, romantic Inn. (Photo: Kate Seymour Photography)

Bridgertons in Vermont

The Hildene’s splendor and elegance is unmatched and the views are unparalleled. It’s definitely one the best! (Photo: Juniper Studios)

Perfect Pairing

The rolling hills and vineyard at Maquam Barn and Winery are the perfect pairing for a romantic wedding. (Photo: Danielle Allendorf)

Thank you to everyone who submitted for the Best of 2021 series! Don’t forget to check out our “semi finalists” on Instagram, and sign up for our newsletter to get each Best of post emailed to you weekly this month!

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Quick recap: what is Vermont Weddings Best of 2021 Series?

A little backstory if you’re unfamiliar: we started the Best of series last year (2020) to highlight some of the amazing work by the talented teams in the Vermont wedding industry. It’s an opportunity to both celebrate a year’s worth of weddings and inspire couples who are planning a future Vermont wedding. (A quick note on the word “best”: the intention isn’t to make this a competition between weddings, but to share a small, but representative, sample of the weddings in Vermont this year. To that end, please know that we love each and every wedding that was submitted, and the final picks are carefully chosen based on a variety of factors to create a compelling series.)

Here’s what you can expect:

All December, we’ll be rolling out inspiring stories in various categories:

Read Now: Best of Engagements
Read Now: Best of Style
Read Now: Best of Flowers
Read Now: Best of Party Animals
Read Now: Best of Design & Details
Read Now: Best of Elopements
Best of Location
Best of Community

Plus, because the submissions were just THAT good, we’re sharing our “semi finalist” picks for each category on Instagram. That means you’ll want to follow us to see even more highlights, and come back to the blog each week to see the “best” picks in each category.

We recommend signing up for our newsletter – we’ll send you an email each week with the highlights so you won’t miss a thing. (Going forward we only send 1 – 2 emails a month.)

VENUE SPOTLIGHT ON THE EQUINOX RESORT IN MANCHESTER, VERMONT

Posted on October 19, 2021

The Equinox Golf Resort and Spa is quintessential New England wedding venue located in Manchester, Vermont. The Resort offers an elegant setting with plenty of on-site activities and dining options, and high quality service. Whether you’re looking to host a large, elegant wedding or an intimate adventure-filled celebration, the team at the Equinox has something for you. Read on to learn more about this Vermont wedding venue!

The vibe: How would you describe the Equinox Resort?

The Equinox Resort is a historic New England Resort offering luxury accommodations, world-class amenities, and timeless charm. With its scenic beauty, The Resort is the perfect backdrop for a Vermont wedding in any season.

The space: What are the wedding ceremony and reception spaces like?
The Resort offers three unique venues for couples’ special day, all with Vermont charm:

The Pond Pavilion is located on Mount Equinox and is a rustic boat house perfect for rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and wedding receptions for up to 80 guests. This event space is available mid-May through mid-October.

The Colonnade Ballroom, featuring floor to ceiling windows overlooking Mount Equinox, is the picture-perfect location for a wedding reception of up to 200 guests. This is an ideal choice for couples looking to have both an outdoor and indoor option for the evening. Along with the Ballroom, this space offers the Lincoln Lawn for the ceremony and cocktail hour.

The Meadows Tent, surrounded by trees and picturesque mountain views, can accommodate up to 300 guests. The cocktail hour and ceremony would take place outdoors on the 1811 Lawn.

The amenities: What do you provide for weddings?

In addition to the three event locations mentioned above, The Equinox offers 195 guest rooms and suites, ranging from Vermont-rustic to modern-luxury in style. This provides plenty of space for guests to stay and celebrate all weekend long! There are also five on-site dining locations for guests to take advantage of during their stay.

Most notably, The Equinox is a four-season resort and playground for outdoor adventurers, offering a diversity of activities for every inclination. The Resort offers a spa, 18-hole championship golf course, tennis courts, swimming pool, a 14-acre pond, and many outdoor adventures, such as hiking, boating, off-roading, snowmobiling, and more!

The area: What is there to do in Manchester, Vermont?
In addition to the several on-site activities at the Resort, Manchester, Vermont has a lot to offer! It’s a charming mountain town boasting many local eateries, designer shopping outlets, and a great art scene. Not to mention it is the home of Orvis Outdoors, world class fly fishing and clay shooting. In the winter months, the Resort is conveniently located close to both Bromley (15 minutes) and Stratton (30 minutes) for skiing and snowboarding.

The history: What’s the history of The Equinox Resort?
Nestled in the Green Mountain National Forest in Manchester, Vermont, The Equinox has played host to American Revolutionaries, U.S. presidents and generations of vacationing families.

Three rapid fire questions:

1. Favorite moment during a wedding? We recently had a Greek Wedding at the Resort. During the reception, they had many songs where the guests would throw money out onto the dance floor, per tradition. Watching the faces of the grandparents throwing the money, and the bride and groom laughing and smiling was just so special! It is these little moments that make each wedding different, unique, and special in their own way.

2. Favorite thing to do in VT? Enjoy the outdoors! The state is so beautiful in all seasons. Incorporate the outdoors into your photos and overall event. You will not be disappointed!

3. Best advice for couples? Plan your wedding for you… not anyone else! During your celebration, take just a few minutes for you as a couple and look around; the day goes by so quickly and even just a few minutes of sitting back and watching your guests helps you to capture the memory!

Thank you! Learn more about The Equinox Resort in the vendor guide.