Glen Manor house wedding

Glen Manor house wedding

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Introduction

The Glen Manor House is a natural beauty with a French-style chateau located in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. A historical estate known for its magical ambiance and elegance is a popular backdrop for photoshoots and a series of movies.

Glen Manor House wedding is characterized by unmatched natural beauty, comfort, and picture-perfect romantic settings. Add this to the dedication of the staff and the incredible services, and you will struggle to find a better venue that suits all wedding settings.

Glen Manor House History

The history of the Glen Manor house is an inspiring one that started in the 1880s. H.A.C Taylor, a homeowner in Newport and New York City, began to buy farmlands in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, due to his love for the country life. His first purchase was 111 acres in the area already known as “The Glen.” At the end of 1909, Taylor and his Son had already acquired 700 acres in Portsmouth.

After H.A.C Taylor moved from Newport to Portsmouth to take up residence on the Glen Farm, he decided to build a standard home for Taylor’s family. In the 1920’s he hired the world-renowned architect John Russel Pope – who had made the Jefferson Memorial in Washington DC among other significant buildings – to create the design for his home. The plan was completed in September 1921, and Pope modeled the project after the famous French Petit Trianon at Versailles, a unique design in Portsmouth.

Taylor died in May 1921, but his son, Moses, continued the work thanks to his interest in the gardens and the house plan. The construction was completed in 1923, with the house boasting a magnificent landscape and incredible garden having a unique Italian design. Moses lived there with his wife till he died in 1928, and his wife died in 1959.

Reginald Taylor, the son of Moses, eventually sold the Mansion and 43 acres to the Sisters of Sacred Heart, who moved their school there. In 1972, the school closed down, and The Glen Manor house was purchased by the Town of Portsmouth based on the bond issue. This led to the Glen Manor House Authority (a group of volunteers) who now manages, maintains, and improves the house to the stunning special functions venue we all know today.

Glen Manor House Wedding Venue

•         Pre-wedding preparations

There are series of dressing rooms made available for you and your guests. The house allows extra three hours before the booked time for preparations.

•         Facilities and Capacity

Weddings hosted at the Glen Manor House are given a charming romantic feel of a movie or novel. This is all thanks to the classic French style design of the estate and its surroundings.

Glen Manor house makes the whole of the estate available for a single 5-hour event at any time between the hours of 10 am to 11:30 pm per day. The elegant library, ballroom, terrace, and dining room are made available for you to celebrate your special day.

In addition to the ground, the pristine lawn is also made available to exchange vows while your guests take to enjoy the tranquillity of the woodland. There is also the ever-impressive baby grand piano around which you can enjoy a sophisticated cocktail reception. At the same time, you can decide to host a luxurious reception under their glittering and massive chandeliers.

Glen Manor House wedding between May and October can accommodate up to 200 guests. But, from November to April, the capacity is not set in stone and determined by the management. Lastly, the estate is not available for rentals in January.

Services Offered

The Glen Manor House offers the services of their experts to help you through the planning and execution of your wedding. The experts will be in charge of the critical details and give guidelines that will make the performance of your plans effortless.

The Glen Manor House provides tables, gold Chiavari chairs, and white garden chairs, amongst other things. There is no in-house provision for catering, but there is a well-tailored list of suggestions available for you. Also, the vendors you hire will be allowed to set up three hours before the wedding for familiarity.

Glen Manor House Wedding Cost

Glen Manor House wedding cost depends on a series of factors such as the time of the year, the package, and all other services you want to be included. Below is a breakdown of the costs depending on the time of the year and day:

•         From November to Mid-may:

Monday to Thursday: $2500 ($1000 non-refundable deposit).

Friday: $3250 ($1500 non-refundable deposit)

Saturday: $4500 ($1500 non-refundable deposit)

Sunday: $3750 ($1500 non-refundable deposit)

 

•         Mid-May to October:

Monday to Thursday: $3500 ($1000 non-refundable deposit).

Friday: $7500 ($2500 non-refundable deposit).

Saturday: $10,500 ($3500 non-refundable deposit).

Sunday: $6,500 ($2500 non-refundable deposit).

Note that apart from the signed lease agreement, the non-refundable deposit must be paid to secure a date. Also, a $500 damage deposit (refundable if there are no damages) and the remaining balance of the payment will be due 90 days before the event.

The above prices may change due to some other factors such as:

1. Ceremonies: You will be required to pay $1000 extra to host your ceremony at the Manor House. This payment gives you one added hour to the initial 5 hours. But if your ceremony will be within the 5-hours, you will be required to pay $500 only.
2. Rentals/Inventory: The tables and white garden chairs are available for rent at $2 each, while the gold Chiavari ballroom chairs go for $5 each. However, you can decide to use other rentals.
3. Security: You are required to hire a uniformed Portsmouth Police Officer as stipulated by the Town of Portsmouth. This officer will be in charge of traffic, parking and security. The officer must be on-site one hour before the event and leave after all guests have left. The last known fee is $55 per hour, excluding holidays.

Note that these fees are subject to change from time to time, and as such, you should check in with the vendor to confirm.

Final Words

Nothing brings out the romantic feel of weddings more than a charming and top-notch wedding venue. Without a doubt, few venues can match the unique combination of splendor, elegance, and romantic feel of the Glen Manor House. It just holds to a series value for you to miss out on for your special day!

Information

Address: 3 Frank Coelho Dr, Portsmouth, RI 02871

Website: https://www.glenmanorhouse.com/

Phone: 401-683-4177