My now husband, Jon, and I were one of the many couples who were forced to postpone our July 2020 wedding for a year. As our July 2021 date was quickly approaching, the COVID restrictions in the city of Boston were not easing up, and our dream of a city wedding wasn’t looking promising. Jon reached out to multiple venues outside of Boston proper and to our luck, there was a last-minute opening on our date at the Gardens at Elm Bank. I was extremely hesitant to switch venues and re-plan our wedding in only 3 months, however, Jon convinced me to at least tour the Gardens at Elm Bank. Kayleigh and Lindsay were extremely accommodating and arranged for us to tour the property at a time that worked around our schedules. Our first visit to the Gardens at Elm Bank was on a cold, yucky, SNOWY April day. While the weather was terrible, the beauty of the property was still evident. And after meeting Kayleigh and Lindsay, there was no doubt that switching venues was the right decision. Kayleigh and Lindsay were extremely responsive, flexible and helpful. They accommodated our tight timeline and ensured that my parents, who live out of town, were involved with every step of the process. In addition to the impeccable service, is the property itself. It is wonderfully maintained and is absolutely breathtaking! With every visit, I fell more and more in love with the beauty of the gardens and the charm of the Hunnewell building. On the day of our wedding, the venue truly looked like a picture out of a magazine! The best part is, we didn’t have to spend a fortune on décor/add-ons because it is simply stunning as-is! The guests at the wedding could not stop raving about how beautiful the venue was! The space was a perfect mix of everything – from cocktail hour outside at the Italianate Garden, to dinner inside the Hunnewell building, and then dancing in the adjoined tent. Given the current state of the pandemic, our guests felt extremely comfortable because the space is large enough to comfortably spread out both in and outdoors. While we initially thought our dream wedding was in the city, Jon and I are now convinced, more than ever, that this was the luckiest thing that has ever happened to us (aside from meeting each other ) Thank you Kayleigh and Lindsay for giving us the wedding of our dreams! We could not recommend The Gardens at Elm Bank enough!

I had my September 2025 wedding at The Garden at Elm Bank and was truly so thrilled with the entire experience start to finish! I spent a lot of time researching wedding venues, so much so that Elm Bank was the first and only venue I actually visited in person. Between the very friendly and helpful event staff to the absolutely gorgeous gardens, it was an easy sell. Planning the wedding itself was equally as simple when it came to working with Elm Bank. We worked with Chelsey, who was absolutely phenomenal, during our year and a half long engagement. She was very responsive, friendly, and helpful throughout every step of the planning process. She was also always happy to give advice to us as needed. The wedding weekend itself was nothing short of magical - this is despite the fact that it poured the entire weekend and we needed to enact our rain plan. As a result, we were unfortunately unable to fully utilize the gardens that we had fell so in love with; however, the Elm Bank staff were so helpful in creating something equally as magical inside their super charming Hunnewell building. It was truly to cozy and intimate that we almost didn't even miss being outside. I would absolutely choose Elm Bank for our wedding all over again. It was very easy and clear working with the staff, and the beautiful gardens truly speak for themselves. Elm Bank will always have a place in our hearts and we love that we can always visit when we are feeling nostalgic!

Our late August wedding at Elm Bank was everything we hoped for. The planning process was smooth and stress-free — the Elm Bank team was professional, responsive, and organized from start to finish. The gardens were in full bloom, making our photos absolutely stunning. We were excited to use almost every part of the gardens for photos, the Italianate garden for the ceremony, Maple Grove for cocktail hour, and the Hunnewell Building was perfect for our 130 guest reception with space for a band, dance floor, and was air conditioned.

We used mostly preferred vendors, which made coordination easy. We’ve since used our membership to enjoy the gardens year-round for other events — a lovely bonus to an unforgettable wedding experience.

Elm Bank was our dream wedding venue! It’s absolutely stunning, and Chelsey and the team there went above and beyond. They were incredibly communicative, organized, accommodating, and kind. Thank you Elm Bank!

We had a wonderful experience with the whole team at Elm Bank. We felt supported, heard, and celebrated throughout the whole process. They recommended amazing vendors and were very responsive with any concerns throughout the process. We fully recommend The Garden at Elm Bank to anyone looking for a beautiful outdoor venue in the Boston area. Our guests had a great experience and our wedding was everything we hoped it would be.

The photos really don’t do justice to how beautiful the gardens are. This was my first time visiting, and even just the drive there felt magical—you cross a little arched bridge that makes you feel like you’re entering a fairy tale. The property is so expansive that we were transported through the gardens by golf cart, which added to the charm.

Our wedding took place during peak tulip season, and we were initially offered the option to hold our cocktail hour in the tulip garden near the greenhouse. Unfortunately, due to severe rainstorm warnings during that time, we had to pivot. Thankfully, the venue was flexible and allowed us to still hold our ceremony outdoors, since there was only a 50% chance of rain. They do have a rain backup plan, but we decided to take the risk in hopes of capturing some stunning photos by the fountain—and we’re glad we did.

My only real complaint is related to communication on the day of the wedding. From the very beginning of planning, we had asked for the ceremony chairs to be set up facing away from the Manor House, with the fountain spout turned on behind us. When we arrived two hours early for pre-ceremony photos, the staff was setting up the chairs facing the Manor House instead. Thankfully, we were already in the area and were able to catch it in time and have it corrected. As for the fountain, it was off during our photos—I assumed it would be turned on during the ceremony, but unfortunately, it wasn’t.

These were minor issues in the grand scheme of things, and overall, we had a truly wonderful experience with this venue. I only bring them up to help future couples: make sure to confirm the ceremony layout and specific details like the fountain on the day of, ideally with a point person from the venue or planner. That said, the beauty of the location and the flexibility of the staff still made our day feel magical.

*Our photographer was “Chace Yang Photo + Video” or @chaceyang on Instagram in case anyone is wondering! He is amazing!*

Our wedding at The Garden at Elm Bank was simply perfect. From the moment we began planning our big day, their staff impressed us with their superb organization and attention to detail. We always felt at ease knowing they were on top of everything, allowing us to focus on enjoying the day rather than stressing over the little things.

The venue itself is breathtaking—our guests couldn’t stop raving about the beautifully manicured grounds and vibrant gardens. We happened to luck out with perfect Fall weather, which added to the overall charm of the day.

Another huge plus was the list of preferred vendors provided by The Garden at Elm Bank. We found this resource incredibly helpful, and it made our vendor selection process a breeze. Even better, the staff at Elm Bank worked seamlessly with each vendor, ensuring every detail was handled without a hitch. We loved working with Chelsey- she was so responsive and positive!

Lastly, we truly appreciated how flexible and accommodating everyone was as we navigated a few last-minute changes. Their willingness to adapt and find quick solutions made us feel at ease, and we can’t thank them enough for that. If you’re looking for a gorgeous outdoor venue, The Garden at Elm Bank is an outstanding choice for a memorable wedding.

The Garden at Elm Bank was the perfect setting for our wedding. It was so stunning, and the team was so easy to work with. They recommended amazing vendors to us who did not disappoint! If we could give more stars, we would!

The Garden at Elm Bank was the wedding venue of our dreams! We got so many compliments on the venue from our guests--people were saying they couldn't believe this secret garden existed in Massachusetts and commented on what a lovely and elegant affair it was; a perfect backdrop to a perfect day. We had such a great experience working with them from the very beginning up to the wedding day. Special shout out to Chelsey, who was an absolute rockstar throughout it all! She always got back to me so promptly to answer any question or concern that popped up in my mind. Amazing communication and extremely reliable, thoughtful, and reassuring. As an anxious bride, I knew I could always count on her and the venue, which made a world of difference! Elm Bank was truly a magical setting to our special day, and we couldn't ask for a more romantic, gorgeous, perfect venue.

Getting married at the Garden at Elm Bank this September was an incredible experience that we would repeat in a heartbeat. The planning process was incredibly easy with support from Chelsey Munsey and Elizabeth Pruitt - both were easy to reach, professional, and highly knowledgeable, and made our whole experience from planning to execution on the day of the wedding feel seamless.

The Garden at Elm Bank’s vendor recommendations were spot on. It was lovely that Elm Bank offered the option to choose from a diverse list of caterers - it really helped to narrow things down without being overly restrictive, and we loved working with Capers, who they highly recommended.

It was so nice to have the whole venue to ourselves all evening - something that isn’t always the case at other venues. The grounds and gardens were all beautiful and in pristine shape, from the Daylily Garden where we had our Ketubah-signing ceremony, to our main ceremony in the stunning Italianate Garden, to the Belvedere and Wheezy’s gardens where we had our cocktail hour, and the Hunnewell Building and adjoining tent where we had our reception. Every area was so gorgeous, and we received so many compliments from our guests. Importantly, the gardens were all wheel-chair accessible for our relatives and loved ones with mobility concerns - something that can be tricky to find at other outdoor venues. Elm Bank staff worked with us and our planner (Lauren at Starborn Weddings + Events, who we loved and found through their recommended vendors list) to customize all the spaces to match our design vision, and collaborated well with our vendors to ensure everything went smoothly on the day of the wedding.

On the wedding day, every staff person we met was so friendly and attentive - the most helpful was having someone to take us in a golf cart from location to location to minimize walking in our dress clothes. At the end of the night, Elm Bank staff worked to make sure that all of our personal items were carefully collected, neatly labeled, and securely stored until we could pick them up the next day, and then Chelsey was so kind as to help bring everything out to our car.

We could not have asked for a better experience or a more beautiful venue for our wedding, and we are so happy to recommend Elm Bank to anyone who is considering it for their upcoming wedding or celebration.