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Longfellow's Wayside Inn

Longfellow's Wayside Inn

Sudbury, MA
4.5 out of 5 rating, 48 Reviews
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    We can't say enough good about the Wayside Inn and it's staff. We had our wedding at the Martha-Mary Chapel and the reception in the Wayside Inn main dining room. It was a beautiful setting and everything was great. The Wayside had a church sexton (Charlene) for the ceremony and a bridal hostess (Linda), and they are GOLD! Both were so helpful and made the day so easy for me! Everything from the food, the venue, the rooms, all of it, can be attributed to a great staff who truly cared that we had an incredible day. Highly recommend for a unique experience.
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    Tara Sent on 11/22/2015
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    Our guests had so much fun and loved the experience at the Wayside Inn. This was our fourth venue we viewed and after reviewing the grounds, having an amazing meal and reviewing costs, Wayside exceeded our expectations. Melissa and Michelle worked with us to make sure we stayed within our budget, were very flexible regarding setting a date and made us a timeline that made each step of the wedding planning a breeze.
    We definitely had a rowdy crowd with us the day of the wedding and the staff was amazing with making sure everything was perfect! All of the staff were so kind and available for anything we needed (our hostess Linda was AMAZING!!). Everyone had so much fun and still are telling us what an amazing day it was. Thank you so much to everyone at the Wayside Inn for letting us have a dream wedding that we were able to enjoy (minus not being able to eat that much because we were busy having so much fun!!).
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    Erin Sent on 10/14/2015
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    What a breathtaking venue! I worked with Michelle from the Inn from start to finish during the planning of my wedding, and she was very easy to work with. They have a fair number of guidelines, but all of their policies were provided upfront. Michelle and Melissa encouraged me to email with any question or concern that came up, and were both very prompt with their responses. Linda was the host during the reception, and was wonderful as well. She brought mini plates of hors d'oeuvres us and the wedding party while were were taking pictures so we wouldn't miss getting to taste any. At the end of the night,they boxed up the top tier of our cake for us to take home. Linda really made sure everything ran smoothly. I had my ceremony in the Martha Mary chapel; totally worth it! It was gorgeous. Michelle (a different Michelle) was in charge of the behind the scenes details for the ceremony. Her attention to detail was very impressive. We also rented the horse and surrey and it really added that special something. Overall it was a great experience! Unlike the venue for my sister's wedding, the staff at the Wayside did everything they said they would do. Very easy to work with and accommodating. Picture perfect! The staff really know what they are doing and I truly felt they were there to make make sure I had everything I needed. I definitely recommend them!
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    We were so happy the Wayside Inn was available on September 5th for our wedding . Melissa , Michelle , ChaCha, Tara went above and beyond & just helped us make this our dream wedding ! They just knew what to do , when to do it .... And it made me (the nervous bride) feel at ease. We didn't want to eat so Tara boxed it up & sent it to our room for us, which was really what we needed that night . The chef worked with ALL of our dietary needs which meant a lot to us , and our guests..... We would defiantly recommend this beautiful historical spot to others .... And already have !

    Longfellow's Wayside Inn's reply:

    Thank you for your comments.
    We are always happy to accommodate special meal requests and dietary needs.
    Our Team here at the Inn has many years of experience in both planning as well as day- of coordination.
    It is sometimes the 'little things' that make a difference and add to your memories. We were happy to be a part of your day, and we look forward to seeing you again.
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    Julie Sent on 07/17/2015
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    We got married at the Martha Mary Chapel, had cocktail hour in the beautiful garden and reception in the tent. Everything went beautifully, food was amazing, and staff went above and beyond. We had made a sign that broke during transport the day before. The woman in charge of making sure the wedding the day went smoothly, brought the sign home and her husband repaired it so it was ready for the next day. She was so flexible and helpful with everything. We just got the pictures back and they are gorgeous with the chapel, gristmill, and pond in the background.

    Longfellow's Wayside Inn's reply:

    Hello Julie,
    Thank you for the review.
    We certainly do have beautiful grounds here at the Wayside Inn and the staff here treats you like family. I'm glad this shined through on your wedding day.
    Congratulations, and please visit us when you are in the area
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    I can't think of any place better than The Wayside Inn for a fall wedding!
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    Sasha Sent on 10/13/2014
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    Our reception at the wayside inn was incredible! Everyone was polite, helpful, and answered all emails in a timely manner. They set up the reception just as we talked about, and it was perfect! The inn itself is so beautiful! We utilized the Martha Mary chapel, and the horse and surrey to make our fall New England wedding perfect! We couldn't have asked for anything more from a venue, and we recommend this place to anyone!

    Longfellow's Wayside Inn's reply:

    Hello Sasha,
    we are delighted to hear that your day went so well and was exactly what you expected!
    You were so wonderful to work with and we thank you for taking the time to review us.
    Please take care and congratulations to both you and Jeffrey!
    The Functions Team at Longfellow's Wayside Inn
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    Ava Sent on 06/23/2015
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    The most magical place to get married. The wedding staff is amazing and the food was outstanding! We even let them do our cake and everyone raved about it. The best venue in New England.
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    Heather A. Sent on 08/26/2014
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    My husband and I recently got married at the Wayside Inn. We would HIGHLY recommend this venue to anyone! The staff was AMAZING. They truly made everything so easy for us. We never had to worry or stress about any details going into the wedding. Our wedding was absolutely perfect... we wouldn't change a thing about it. We can truly say that this is GREATLY in part to the staff at the Wayside Inn. They are very professional, attentive, and trustworthy. They went above and beyond all of our expectations. We can't thank them enough for making our wedding so perfect and stress free!
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    Liliana Sent on 06/09/2014
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    From the wedding planning to the day of the wedding, the staff of the Wayside Inn was great! Michelle is amazing and so helpful, communication is key and she is so good at it.
    Linda, the host for the wedding took care of every little detail and was so attentive with us (bride & groom) thought the night.
    got compliments on the food all night and the service was great also, and staying at the Inn for the night was a great choice.

    Thank you so much!
    Terry & Lili
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    Brian Sent on 12/02/2013
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    The charm, the people, the food and customer experience better than none are all the items in one deliverable from the Longfellow Wayside Inn. Melissa Striharsky was better than the best in delivering exceptional customer service and in a short time-frame, made the impossible happen without a flaw! Hands down, best of breed at the Longfellow Wayside Inn!!!
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    Ali Sent on 06/11/2013
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    we had our ceremony at the Martha Mary Chapel, and our rehearsal dinner at the Wayside Inn. I would highly recommend them! They are so professional, and really know everything about weddings! They were so good about responding to phone calls and emails, and everything was so beautiful. guests were so impressed with the venue and loved the food. Melissa was a pleasure to work with. Our wedding pictures are beautiful in front of the chapel and the grist mill. The rehearsal dinner was really speical too. You cannot go wrong with the Wayside Inn!
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    Christopher Sent on 02/13/2014
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    My wife and I had our wedding at the Wayside Inn, because she had fond memories of the area from when she was a child. They handled everything except for the flowers and the DJ, and everything was great. The food was excellent, and everyone was friendly and good at what they did. We had a great wedding, and all of our guests enjoyed it as well.
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    Beth Sent on 10/27/2012
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    Melissa was very helpful and responsive to all my questions leading up to the wedding. The day was perfect.
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    Sarah Sent on 06/12/2012
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    The Wayside Inn has been where I always wanted to get married. It perfectly fulfilled my expectations. I was out of town so I had to plan my wedding remotely, and the Inn always responded quickly to my many e-mails. The team they have is great and my day went very smoothly (thanks to Linda). All of guests loved the venue and the food. The only compliant I had from guests was that plates were cleared a little too quickly. I researched a lot of venues, and this was the best value and the nicest setting!
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    Jennifer Sent on 07/05/2012
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    The Wayside Inn is the PERFECT venue for a wedding! I got married in the chapel and had the reception in the main dining room. The Inn had the exact casual relaxed atmosphere that my husband and I were looking for but still had the professional experience staff. My hostess, Linda was fantastic! She was right where I needed her all day and she followed my directions perfectly when setting up the room! I just wish I could have met her before the wedding day so I would have known who she was and was able to discuss the wedding plans. We stayed over at the Carriage House Inn to get ready and for our wedding night. They provided a free shuttle for us and our guests once the wedding was over. It's a beautiful hotel but had the updated amenities (and a suite) that I was looking for that the historic inn didn't have.

    The food was absolutely delicious! It's classic New England home cooked meals so everyone was well fed! We are still getting compliments on the cake too! It was decorated beautifully! I had a different design from what they normally do and the baker created it perfectly! It was exactly what I was looking for and it was honestly the best tasting wedding cake I've ever had!

    My wedding day was more than I've ever dreamed! I wouldn't have had it anywhere else! We also had family stay there the week of the wedding and they all say it's one of the nicest hotels with the friendliest staff that they've ever stayed in!
    My husband and I will be returning there for years to come to celebrate our wedding anniversary!

    Longfellow's Wayside Inn's reply:

    We are so glad to hear that the newlyweds and their guests had a fabulous time. It sounds like many wonderful memories were made to last a lifetime!

    The Wayside Inn is thrilled to make dream come true.

    We are thrilled that Jenns wedding day was flawless. I must say that this wouldn't be possible without the very detailed scope of planning. This includes the specialty cake that she was very happy to accommodate as well as all the rest of the planning from "Soup to Nuts".
    The Wayside Inn wishes the happy couple all the best, and we do hope to see you on your anniversary!
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    Lynda Sent on 05/24/2011
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    The Wayside Inn and its Martha-Mary chapel provided the ultimate colonial backdrop for our perfect country wedding!

    We found the sexton, the hostess and her waitstaff to be nothing but professional and very attentive to all of ours and our guest's needs.

    Our reception was held in the Main Dining Room of the Inn. We had 90 guests and everyone was in there very comfortably. All of the dinner courses were perfectly timed, and Linda the hostess was on top of everything. She really did a great job of putting the room together.

    The only thing that did bug me were the columns in the middle of the room, which the dance floor was contained within. Sometimes guests were hidden behind the columns, so the photos are going to show half of a guest behind the columns. That was only a minor bug though.

    For the beauty and charm that The Wayside Inn possesses, The cost value is an incredible deal! All one has to do is check out the property to see that it is indeed something very special. And the price per guest is in the $40 range! Places with twice the guest cost DO NOT have the same kind of charm that this place has!

    We are very satisfied, and hope that we help another couple experience the same here!
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    Kim Sent on 12/06/2011
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    We fell in love with the Wayside Inn from the first time we visited. If you are looking for historic charm and natural beauty in your wedding venue, this is the place to go. The atmosphere inside is warm, rustic, and romantic. There are tons of spots for picture opportunities. We got rave reviews on the food, cake, and staff from our guests. We have been to Wayside countless times before and after the wedding, and always have a wonderful experience with the staff. The wedding planning team made it effortless for us. We opted for the hostess (Linda) for extra wedding day help, and it was well worth it. The horse/surrey was also worth it and everyone loved that touch. We cannot say enough good things about the Wayside Inn. Our wedding day ended up being exactly how we had imagined, and the ambience and history of the Inn really created unique, special memories for us and our guests.
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    Marilyn Sent on 02/15/2011
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    Kathy and team provided outstanding service. The tent and grounds made for a beautiful evening for our family and friends. The bride and groom had a carriage ride from the Grist Mill to the Wayside Inn - complete with the children in their bridal party. Our guests said the food was outstanding - Filet Mignon and vegetarian. We had 200 guests and everyone danced all night in the test - uplit by Rafi and outstanding DJ. They do a lot to make it easy for the couple to enjoy themselves. Location is everything.
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    Sunny Sent on 08/18/2010
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    A great Vendor, my wife and I are very satisfied with this company. We had the greatest time with top notch customer service. Great pricing and a great staff
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    Joanne Sent on 05/09/2010
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    This location is wonderful. every aspect was beautiful
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    Michelle Sent on 09/09/2009
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    Absolutely wonderful. I couldn't have asked for more. A very helpful and professional staff, beautiful grounds, amazing food, and a reasonable price. I would recommend the Wayside to anyone.
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    Luz Sent on 08/24/2009
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    My wedding day was perfect at the Wayside Inn. The chapel is absolutely beautiful and the tent we had our reception in was gorgeous. Sandy, the functions coordinator, was very easy to work with and always responded promptly to my questions. Everyone raved about the food! The cost was very affordable!
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    Beth Sent on 07/07/2009
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    The Martha Mary Chapel at Wayside Inn is an amazing place for a wedding ceremony. The chapel is very quaint and the pictures both inside and out came out amazing. There is also a Grist Mill and beautiful area across the street where you can take great pictures, but it is open to the public so there could be other brides or just couples taking pictures there. There was another couple there when we went, but my photographer was able to photshop them out of the pictures. Also, unless your wedding is the last ceremony of the day (mine was 5:30pm), you only have 45 minutes from beginning to end so you can't have a receiving line outside of the chapel. My ceremony did happen to be the last of the day, so they let me have an extra 30 mins which worked out perfectly. When booking, you may want to ask for the last ceremony slot if that works for you.
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    Amy Sent on 06/29/2009
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    I feel like I'm giving all my vendors 5 stars, but it was a perfect day! Having our wedding at the Wayside Inn made it so special. We really felt like the whole day was so personal and intimate. The Wayside Inn was so New England and was perfect for our families who are from Connecticut and Indiana. We loved having the ceremony and reception at the same place. The chapel is gorgeous and our guests loved the sound of the horse and surrey coming up the brick path way for the ceremony. As we were preparing for the big day we had a million questions, which Sandy had no problem answering. Our guests loved the feel of the inn and the food was delicious! The price also seemed really great compared to other places. If we had to do it all over again, we wouldn't change a thing. We LOVED having our wedding at Longfellow's Wayside Inn!
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