The Red Lion Inn and Barn

Picking your wedding venue is an extremely personal decision that you likely won't make just from reading some good reviews, so this review is intended for couples who are already interested in The Red Lion Inn and need a little nudge to book. If you haven't already, schedule a tour, I can promise you that nothing I, or anyone, can say will be able to emulate the feeling you get upon entering the barn. It was a jaw dropping moment for my *husband* and I. We immediately knew that is where we wanted to get married and our search stopped there. Key factors other than the beauty of the barn that really sold us: the historical building offered a quintessential New England atmosphere; the hillside house provided us with a location to host our rehearsal dinner & ample getting ready space for the girls the morning of the wedding; the pool which we used for a little welcome party as guests arrived; the inn that had the perfect amount of rooms to accommodate the bridal party and our parents (all of which are from out of town and Cohasset has VERY limited hotel options); the cave which is where we had an after party (an absolute must, with late night snacks which the guests LOVED); and the staff! Samantha Loonie was our coordinator, and she honestly deserves her own review, she is amazing! I took this wedding on without hiring a planner and never felt overwhelmed or frazzled. Sam was always responsive, organized and her positive attitude is infectious. She isn't just there to look out for the venues best interest, she genuinely adores wedding planning. She kept everything running smoothly in the days leading up to the wedding and most importantly on the big day. I didn't leave a single instruction on how or where I wanted the wedding decor setup, and she NAILED it!! I could not have done a better job if I did it myself (not to mention how meticulously everything was packed back up after the wedding). Every and any silly little question or request I had was met with sincerity and a solution. I live really close by and she was always more than happy to skip the email chain and long phone calls in exchange for a face to face meeting (p.s. bring her a marylou's coffee if you appreciate her as much as I do); Andrew the inn keeper is straight out of a hallmark movie I swear, you can't not adore him and his incessant knowledge of the Inn. I always looked forward to chatting with him and he was always happy to take us on a tour whenever we dropped by; Michelle, who can be found at the front desk when Andrew is not, was incredible. Her personality left a mark on everyone who met her during our wedding weekend, she made me feel like the only bride who has ever walked those halls. She would drop anything and everything if I asked for her help with something; Last but certainly not least is Toufik, I did not have the pleasure of meeting him until the weekend of the wedding but he was the MVP! Not a single detail overlooked. He made sure from the moment we checked in that every single thing was perfect. From providing speakers for our little pool party to bringing my *husband* and I a private tray of hors d'oeuvres during cocktail hour to ensure we got to try them all. I will never forget this small detail because how impactful it was but when the cake was rolled out after dinner Toufik made a point to spin it to face me when he saw my eyes light up, a simple act but it was so thoughtful. Sam & Toufik worked so hard (and VERY late) on the wedding night to pull off the perfect day. I knew I was in good hands, and I didn't have to worry about a thing. I could think a thought and BOOM one of them was there ready to help. They had cake and leftovers delivered to our room knowing most couples are too busy at the wedding to really indulge.
Other little tidbits:
-I highly recommend hiring a band for this venue, the acoustics in the barn are incredible (bonus points if you hire Groove Authority!)
-The bridal suite (room 13) has a private elevator! talk about penthouse vibes
-The food was AMAZING, and they accommodated us with an entirely gluten free wedding. Seriously every single thing.

I could keep going but I think this has served the purpose of highlighting how special this venue is. You will not feel like just another conveyor-belt wedding if you book at The Red Lion Inn. Their approach is refreshingly personal which is what the most special and intimate day of your life deserves.

All of the staff at the Red Lion were incredibly accommodating, from the front desk to our amazing coordinator, Samantha. They exceeded every expectation and truly made our wedding day a dream. We loved it so much that we stayed again a year later, and we’re so grateful we chose the Red Lion so we can continue coming back to celebrate our anniversaries in a place that means so much to us.

- Laura & Cait McDonough

The Red Lion Inn will always have a special place in our hearts. From the very beginning, we were blown away. It was our FIRST venue tour and we immediately fell in love. With the instant smell of the wood burning stove and warmth from the staff, we signed right then and there.

Sean and I got married on Friday October 24th, but had the pleasure of starting off our wedding celebrations the night before! Our family and friends were greeted by Nancy and Andrew (two of the nicest people ever) at the front desk and checked into their cozy rooms. Our rehearsal dinner was in the Hillside House, where we were served an amazing dinner and had great service from all the staff. The party then continued to The Cave for some late night music and dancing before this bride had to go to bed for the big day ahead.

All of us getting ready for the wedding together all at the same property was not only logistically perfect, but also SO much fun. The girls got ready in the Hillside House while the guys had a drink in The Tavern before all the festivities began. The property is stunning, especially with the fall foliage, and was the perfect backdrop for our first look and photos.

Now, no one knows how to throw a party quite like Krystel and Toufik! There was not a moment that passed throughout the entire day where Sean and I had to ask for anything. They were always at our side and so helpful, supportive, and calming. I can’t say enough about Krystel’s help throughout the entire wedding planning process. She got back to me so fast about every single question (and I’m sure some were crazy) and always made me feel like she was there for whatever we needed. She even offered to help us out at the church when we were in need of a coordinator. She thinks of every detail but carries herself with such ease and grace and never seems stressed. And Toufik is truly a wedding superhero! Whether he was helping us cut the cake or bringing rescue seltzer water to get a stain off my dress at the end of the night (yes, my husband spilt ketchup on my wedding dress at the after party-lol). Our parents and friends all commented on how helpful they both were.

We have done nothing but smile as we think back to our wedding day. We truly couldn’t have imagined it anywhere but The Red Lion Inn. We can not wait to visit soon ❤️❤️❤️ We love you RLI team!
Love, Katie and Sean Davin

ABSOLUTELY worth every penny. It was the most magical day not only for us but for our guests. Sam was our coordinator and see was Fantastic! She heard about our vision and ensured it came true. We had a hiccup with florals and she fixed everything before we even knew. Two fish was amazing. Keeping us feed and hydrated. He was there immediately for any need and could read you face. Never had to think twice with this group. 20/10 would recommend.

I can't say enough about how incredible our wedding was at the Red Lion Inn. We got married in the Barn and it was STUNNING. Krystel was so helpful and accessible throughout the whole planning process and the day-of coordination between her, Toufik, and the rest of the staff was incredible. We wanted for nothing and I couldn't recommend them enough. The food was delicious (both cocktail hour and reception) and the execution was flawless. Having an after party and place to stay the night onsite was ideal and the innkeeper, Andrew, was so friendly and helpful. This day was magical!

From the moment we started planning our wedding, we knew we wanted a day that reflected “us”. What we didn't anticipate was how flawlessly that vision would be executed, all thanks to our amazing event producer Sam.
Her attention to detail was unparalleled. From the initial consultations to the final walk-through, she listened attentively, offered creative solutions, and ensured every aspect of our wedding was meticulously planned. Her collaboration with us was seamless, making the entire process enjoyable and stress-free.
On the day of our wedding, everything went according to plan. The venue was beautifully set up, the vendors were coordinated perfectly, and we were able to relax and enjoy every moment, knowing that Sam had everything under control. Our wedding day was truly perfect. It was the best day of our lives and we owe it all to Sam and the Red Lion Inn for making our dreams a reality.

We got married May 31, 2025 at the Red Lion Inn and Barn and would definitely recommend the venue and the folks that work there! We had a great experience and honestly, the venue itself is gorgeous and speaks for itself. From the beginning, the Red Lion staff was organized and communicated promptly. We were able to tour the venue the same week we inquired about info! Krystel Enko was our coordinator and she made everything so seamless - from helping decide on decor and scheduling to wrangling our loved ones to be in the right place day of, Krystel did it all and made us feel special and taken care of. On the day of, Toufik, Krystel, and the rest of the RLI staff had thought of everything and made the day so special! Everything went so smoothly and the RLI group was on top of everything so we were able to trust in them and truly enjoy the day.

From the moment we reached out on Zola, The Red Lion Inn team was nothing short of incredible. Responsive, helpful, and genuinely invested in making our day perfect. We were lucky enough to be paired with Sam as our wedding producer, and I truly can’t say enough good things. She was an absolute rock throughout the entire planning process—supportive of all our wild DIY ideas and always focused on making our vision come to life! Thanks to her, we had the wedding of our dreams!

Toufik was a total hero the entire wedding weekend! He was the first one there and the last one to leave, constantly checking in to make sure we had everything we needed. From keeping our glasses full to helping unload cars and organizing all of our things, he went above and beyond in every way.

Andrew, the innkeeper, was also so kind and helpful throughout—his warmth and care didn’t go unnoticed.

We are so grateful to the entire Red Lion Inn team. The venue itself is stunning, but it’s the people who make it truly special. We would recommend this place a thousand times over. Thank you for giving us the most magical day!

Getting married at the Red Lion Inn was truly the best decision we’ve made. From Day 1, everyone at the RLI was so helpful and communicative, the experience was so seamless, and the day turned out to be so perfect. We have received so many compliments from friends and family about the gorgeous venue, how smooth everything ran day-of, and how much fun they had. Truly cannot recommend couples to get married here more.

Our wedding coordinator was Sam Loonie and she is FANTASTIC. She is so professional, buttoned up, kept us on track throughout the entire process, easy and kind to work with. She made everything on this day so wonderful and we can’t say thank you enough. She was so responsive and always available to chat through our questions, provided us with great suggestions throughout the process, and kept everything running so smoothly day-of so that we could focus on getting married and enjoying the day. THANK YOU SAM!!!

The rest of the staff at RLI was also so helpful and kind. Andrew, the Inn Keeper and his team, were so kind and helpful. The staff, especially Faurik, who made sure we had everything we needed throughout the day from getting ready to the after party. Soli for all of her help from Day 1 when we were first looking at the venue.

Can’t recommend the Red Lion Inn enough!!!! We can’t wait to come back to the restaurant and inn often.

Our wedding at the Red Lion Inn this past fall was nothing short of incredible. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect late September day, and we owe so much of that to Sam Loonie and her amazing team. Sam, I can’t thank you enough for answering all my emails and making the entire planning process feel effortless. You and your team took care of every detail—even the ones we never would have thought of.
Throughout the night, our guests kept coming up to us to rave about the incredible staff, the stunning venue, and how it was the best wedding they had ever attended. The Red Lion Inn played such a huge role in making that happen.
From the months leading up to our wedding to the big day itself, you took such great care of Jordan and me. My glass was never empty, and the attentiveness from Toufik was absolutely outstanding. Thank you for everything—you made our wedding truly unforgettable!