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🍹 What's your favorite cocktail? 🍹 Willowda

🍹 What's your favorite cocktail? 🍹

Willowdale Estate's hosted bar packages include a choice of signature drink that is offered to guests as they enter the cocktail hour. Choose a seasonal drink from our curated list or request a custom creation!

Here are a few ideas for fall weddings:

APPLE OF MY EYE: bourbon, ginger liqueur, apple cider, lemon juice, garnished with an apple slice

RED SANGRIA: red wine, raspberry vodka, garnished with assorted fresh fruit

SPIKED APPLE CIDER: apple cider, dark rum, cinnamon liqueur, pineapple juice

WHISKEY SMASH: bourbon, honey, lime juice and mint leaves

Photos: @scarletroots

#weddingvenue #bostonbride #massachusettsweddings

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🦸 Time to choose sides! 🦹 Last year we par

🦸 Time to choose sides! 🦹

Last year we partied like it was 1999 - Willowdale Estate’s 9th Annual Halloween Gala theme is “Heroes & Villains”!

Do you have your tickets?

DATE: Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 at 7 pm

TICKETS: On sale NOW! Find more event and ticket information and Facebook & Eventbrite!

#northshorema #northofboston #halloweenparty

What’s your favorite venue? ✍️ If Willow

What’s your favorite venue? ✍️

If Willowdale Estate is at the top of your list, we’d love your support for Readers’ Choice in Northshore Magazine’s BONS Wedding Awards! We are nominated in many categories for Willowdale Estate and our sister property, @eventsatgrove . If you love our food, service, and locations – show your support with a vote!

You’ll find Willowdale Estate & Grove at Briar Barn Inn in the following categories:

MENU
Bar Service: Willowdale Estate
Bridal Shower Brunch: Grove at Briar Barn Inn & Willowdale Estate
Caterer: Grove at Briar Barn Inn & Willowdale Estate
Dessert Table: Willowdale Estate
Rehearsal Dinner: Grove at Briar Barn Inn

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Ceremony: Grove at Briar Barn Inn & Willowdale Estate
Venue, Indoor under 150: Grove at Briar Barn Inn & Willowdale Estate
Indoor Venue (Restaurant): Grove at Briar Barn Inn
Venue, Indoor over 150: Willowdale Estate
Venue, Outdoor: Willowdale Estate
Venue, Unique: Willowdale Estate

Photos:
Meghan Lynch Photography @meghanlynchphotography
Molly Quill Photography @mollyquillphotography
Annmarie Swift Photography @annmarie_swift
Callisto & Co. @callistoandco
By Halie Photography @byhalie
Henry Cotton Photography @henrycottonphoto

#weddingvenue #northshorema #northofboston

📅 2024 May Saturdays 📅 We have two Saturday

📅 2024 May Saturdays 📅

We have two Saturdays left in May 2024, so if you know someone who’s searching for a wedding venue with an open Saturday in 2024 send them our way!

Saturday, May 4th, 2024
Saturday, May 11th, 2024

In the springtime, the garden courtyard is bursting with new blooms each week. Our venue offers a full-service approach that includes catering, service, and equipment for each event. Oh, and after 16 years in business, we can suggest dozens of extremely talented wedding professionals who can help with photography, entertainment, floral design, and more! We are located just 30 miles north of Boston, Massachusetts, get in touch to schedule a private tour.

Photos: Elizabeth Mae Photography @elizabethmaephoto
Floral: Something Borrowed Blooms @sbblooms
Entertainment: TSG Weddings @tsgweddings
Lighting & Drape: SociaLight Boston @socialightboston
Video: Shutter & Sound @shutterandsound

#weddingvenue #venuesearch #2024wedding #massachusettswedding #bostonbride

It’s time to pick a side because Willowdale Esta

It’s time to pick a side because Willowdale Estate’s 9th Annual Halloween Party theme is “Heroes & Villains”! Unleash an alter ego and step into an evening where paragons of virtue and masters of mayhem mingle on the dance floor. This is a party of epic proportions, and we can’t wait to see costumes inspired by iconic characters from film, history, literature, and culture.

Let the battle between good times and bad decisions commence!

DATE: Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 at 7 pm
TICKETS: On sale on September 25th starting at 10 am - find more event and ticket information and Facebook & Eventbrite!

A Summer Garden Wedding at Willowdale Estate Chri

A Summer Garden Wedding at Willowdale Estate

Christina and Patrick hosted a beautiful wedding in our garden courtyard and Sperry Tent! We love the loose greenery on the tent poles, bright blooms, sharp navy suit, and precious pup who was invited for the ceremony and portraits!

Photographer: Carly Michelle Photography @carlymphotography
Hair: Styles by Callie @stylesbycallie
MUA: Makeup by Sarah Lord @makeupbysarah.lord
Bakery: Cake Monstah @cake.monstah
Florist: Rococo Floral @rococofloralco
Strings & DJ: C Zone Entertainment @czonemusic
Firework Photo Booth @fireworkphotoboothco

Willowdale Estate is located in Topsfield, Massachusetts – just 30 miles north of Boston. We’re open year-round for weddings and events in all seasons and are currently filling up our 2024 and 2025 dates. If you’d like to learn more about hosting with us, fill out the form on our website!

Outdoor Portraits 📍 Willowdale Estate The Nor

Outdoor Portraits 📍 Willowdale Estate

The North Wing Entrance is just past the Garden Pergola, there is a quiet path that leads to the northern side of the estate, and the original front door that once faced a clear view of the Ipswich River. This peaceful path is a great place for group photos after a wedding ceremony and is a short walk towards the trailhead that leads to a river walkway.
There are endless options for outdoor portrait photography at Willowdale Estate, but this area is a favorite because it’s just a few steps away from our Sperry Tent and outdoor ceremony location.

P H O T O S
Alicia Petitti Photography | @aliciapetittiphotography
Hallie Jade Pictures | @halliejadepictures
Jamie Desi Media | @jamiedesimedia
Callisto & Co. | @callistoandco
Leona Campbell Photography | @leonacampbellphoto

Willowdale Estate is a wedding and event venue in Topsfield, Massachusetts. Weddings and events are offered year-round with a full-service approach that includes catering, service, and equipment for each event. We are located just 30 miles north of Boston, Massachusetts, within a 720-acre state forest and along the pristine Ipswich River. Get in touch to learn more about open dates in 2024 and 2025!

Rain or shine, you should have the best time! I

Rain or shine, you should have the best time!

If you’re hosting an outdoor wedding, plan on these essential elements:

🌨️ A rain plan for your outdoor ceremony location
🌨️ Plenty of places for portraits – indoors and out
🌨️ Clear Umbrellas and/or Fun Footwear
🌨️ A location that’s ready for New England weather

Our Sperry Tent is always equipped with floor-length clear side panels for inclement weather. At Willowdale Estate there is a covered walkway connecting the tent and the mansion. The outdoor event areas are landscaped with stone patios and smooth concrete tent flooring so that guests do not have to walk through wet grass, dirt driveways, or gravel to get to and from the ceremony and cocktail hour. Your favorite pair of wedding day heels will thank you!

Willowdale Estate is located in Topsfield, Massachusetts. We only host one wedding a day, which gives our clients private access to our fieldstone mansion, garden courtyard and Sperry Tent for outdoor weddings in May – October. Get in touch to learn more about open wedding dates in 2024 and 2025!

Photos: @undressed_moments
Floral Design: @karlacassidydesigns
Makeup: @brittneyeileenbeauty
Band: @bostoncommonband

"Champagne is one of the elegant extras in life."

"Champagne is one of the elegant extras in life." - Charles Dickens

Elegant extras are what we do best at Willowdale Estate! Taylor and Jack were married on an early spring day in May and it appears the flowering trees in the garden were in bloom just for them! In the evening our Sperry Tent had a warm candle-lit glow. The night ended with an entire table of mini desserts, trays of freshly baked cookies, and a popcorn machine with custom bags – “You Make Our Hearts Pop!”.

Venue and Catering: @willowdaleestate
Photography: @cassandralaurenphoto
Hair Stylist: @stylesbycallie
Makeup Artist: @makeupbysarah.lord
Floral: @fleurevent
Video: @mbattlefilms
Ceremony Music: @yolandabeckermusic
DJ: Barry Aleo

📅 NOVEMBER 2023 SPECIAL 📅 Looking for a coz

📅 NOVEMBER 2023 SPECIAL 📅

Looking for a cozy intimate venue to host your wedding in 2023? Sunday, November 26th, 2023 is still open!

Late November weddings at Willowdale Estate feature working fireplaces, gorgeous hand-carved mantels, and deep mahogany wood paneling that creates the perfect romantic setting for an unforgettable event. Along with on-site catering and an included Wedding Coordinator, we’ve added a few more perks to make hosting a wedding with us as easy as saying “I do!”.

Venue & Catering: @willowdaleestate
Photography: @annmarie_swift
Floral Design: @karlacassidydesigns
Hair & Makeup: @maryelleartistry
Officiant: @married_by_priscilla
Cake/Dessert: @topsfieldbakeshop
Entertainment: @wilsonstevenbands
Attire: @bylillianwest @azazieofficial @kenanddanadesign @springersjewelers @andreasbridal
Paper Products: @zola
Transportation: Met Limo of Boston

A Modern Garden Wedding at Willowdale Estate Audr

A Modern Garden Wedding at Willowdale Estate

Audrey and Victor hosted a summer ceremony and reception at Willowdale Estate in Topsfield, Massachusetts. Garden weddings are timeless, and we love the fresh modern details and romantic florals from this design dream team! A special shout out to the guests of ‘paw-ner’ Boba and Tucker, they sure know how to pose for portraits!

Venue + Catering: @willowdaleestate
Photography: @kengelphotography
Planning + Design: @kellygoliaevents
Florist: @sweettalkfloral
Lighting + Drape: @socialightboston
Hair + Makeup: @jennifercnieman
Pet Care: @fortheloveofpawsss
DJ: @lostartdjs
Flatware + Napkin Rentals: @peakeventservices
Stationery: @parlerstudio
Photo Booth: @swoonbooth

Willowdale Estate is a venue for weddings and events. Outdoor wedding receptions include exclusive use of our mansion, garden, and Sperry Tent. There are just a few dates left in our 2024 wedding season, get in touch with our team if you’d like to learn more about planning a wedding with us!

⏱️💍 2024 May Saturdays 💍⏱️ We have

⏱️💍 2024 May Saturdays 💍⏱️

We have two very rare openings in the spring of 2024! Saturday, May 4th, 2024 & Saturday, May 11th, 2024. If you know someone who’s searching for a romantic garden setting for a wedding in 2024, share this post!

In the springtime we have our own secret garden weddings, bursting with new blooms each week. Mallory and Max were married in May this year, with a beautiful backdrop of springtime flowers in our garden courtyard, and an elegant tent reception.

Willowdale Estate is open year-round for weddings and events. Visit our website and fill out the form to start planning! https://www.willowdaleestate.com/

Venue & Catering: @willowdaleestate
Photography: @zevfisherphotography
Floral Designer: @karlacassidydesigns
Entertainment: @wilsonstevensbands
Lighting: @socialightboston
Hair Stylist: @stylesbycallie
Makeup Artist: @makeupbysarah.lord
Transportation: @blacktielimousineinc
Wedding Dress: @annacampbellbridal
Groom’s Suit: @bonobos

If you're looking for a pristine winter wonderland

If you're looking for a pristine winter wonderland setting for your wedding, Willowdale Estate could be the perfect venue for you! There is nothing quite like fresh snowfall covering the forest and fieldstone at Willowdale Estate. Once inside, guests enjoy a warm arrival beverage, cozy fireplaces, and a warm candle-lit reception.

Wondering how our clients plan worry-free winter weddings when it snows? Willowdale Estate owns and operates a plow, snow blower, and salter to ensure we’re never waiting to clear away the snow from our driveway. Our snow blower is great for fine-tuning the smaller areas or creating walkways around the property to get those gorgeous outdoor portraits. Our backup generator ensures that no amount of snow or wind will disrupt the cozy vibes inside.

After one of the warmest weeks of the year, we love looking back at last year's winter weddings. It's not too late to start planning a winter 2024 wedding, we have some great weekend dates still open! Call or email our team to receive a list of open dates, and plan a private tour!

Venue: @willowdaleestate
Photography: @efrancovitchphoto
Floral Designer: @evansflowershop
Rentals: @socialightboston
Stationery: @truly.engaging
Event Planner: @ljeventsma
Event Assistant: @jillian_neal_
Hair Stylist: @styles.by.chelsey
Makeup Artist: @makeupbysarah.lord
Bride’s Attire: @tulle_bridal
Bride’s Dress Designer: @madison_james

It’s our sweet 16 this month! Willowdale Estate

It’s our sweet 16 this month! Willowdale Estate has been hosting weddings & events since July 7th, 2007 and we’re feeling pretty sweet about it!
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Thank you for sharing our love for carefully crafted experiences, beautiful surroundings, and exceptional service! Our community of clients, event professionals, neighbors, and our local business community has driven our success. If you’ve hosted an event, attended as a guest, or worked alongside our venue and catering team, we give you our most sincere thanks!
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Over the last 16 years our owner, Briar Forsythe, has developed a team that has hosted hundreds of unforgettable occasions, marked by impeccable hospitality and personalized service. Over the years, our business has grown and evolved, but our core values have remained the same. We are committed to providing our customers with the best possible experience and are driven by an authentic desire to make every experience at our venue unique and memorable – with hospitality from the heart!
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Many thanks to the photographers and wedding professionals featured:
Zev Fisher Photography: @zevfisherphotography
Undressed Moments: @undressed_moments
Molly Quill Photography: @mollyquillphotography
Catherine Band: @catherinemband
Erica Ferrone Photography: @ericaferronephotography
Lena Mirisola Photography: @lenamirisola
Genevieve Photography: @genevievephotographyy
Nicole Maday: @nicolemadayphoto
Dan Aguirre Photography: @danaguirrephoto
Mark Spooner Photography: @markwspooner
Scarlet Roots: @scarletroots
Henry Cotton Photography: @henrycottonphoto
Annmarie Swift Photography: @annmarie_swift
Carl Heyerdahl Photography: @carlheyerdahlphotography

🍹 What's your favorite cocktail? 🍹 Willowda

🍹 What's your favorite cocktail? 🍹

Willowdale Estate's hosted bar packages include a choice of signature drink that is offered to guests as they enter the cocktail hour. Choose a seasonal drink from our curated list or request a custom creation!

Here are a few ideas for fall weddings:

APPLE OF MY EYE: bourbon, ginger liqueur, apple cider, lemon juice, garnished with an apple slice

RED SANGRIA: red wine, raspberry vodka, garnished with assorted fresh fruit

SPIKED APPLE CIDER: apple cider, dark rum, cinnamon liqueur, pineapple juice

WHISKEY SMASH: bourbon, honey, lime juice and mint leaves

Photos: @scarletroots

#weddingvenue #bostonbride #massachusettsweddings

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