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LGBTQ+-owned, Native American-owned, Woman-owned

8 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

Arabella Estate is a charming barn wedding venue located within the picturesque surroundings of Buxton, Maine. This delightful venue has everything you could need to plan the wedding weekend of your dreams. This property offers stunning surroundings, meticulously manicured gardens, ample indoor and outdoor event spaces, and historic accommodations, supplying an idyllic backdrop for your special day.

Facilities and Capacity

Couples and their guests will feel utterly enchanted by the beauty and rustic charm that surrounds this venue. The 5,000-foot barn offers exposed beams, high ceilings, and wooden accents to create a warm and inviting ambiance for your reception event. This beautiful barn offers a sunken dancefloor with a separate bar and lounge area. A mezzanine overlooks the lower floor and offers seating for guests to relax and watch the festivities below. A catering kitchen and prep area is attached to the event space, facilitating speedy service of your chosen cuisine. The barn can also be arranged to accommodate an indoor wedding ceremony if you wish.

Arabella Estate offers a plethora of beautiful outdoor areas, ideal for hosting a sophisticated cocktail hour or charming wedding ceremony. Couples can choose to exchange their vows in the stunning flower gardens on-site, under a canopy of ancient trees, or on the luscious green lawns surrounding the property.

This property also offers get-ready rooms on location and ample parking on-site.

Services Offered

The dedicated staff at Arabella Estate aim to provide everything you could need to make your day a flawless success. Rental of this venue includes the historic house for your wedding party accommodations, the event barn, and the surrounding grounds. This venue offers a three-day weekend rental option so you and your guests can really enjoy the time spent on-site, able to soak up the picturesque views and ample amenities without feeling rushed. Arabella Estate also supplies a list of tried and trusted vendors to enhance your day. A variety of event items are included in their wedding rental package. These include:

  • Selection of tables and chairs
  • Dinnerware
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Decor tables
  • and so much more!

Accommodations

The historic house at Arabella Estate was originally built in 1806 and has been lovingly restored in recent years to feature modern amenities while still retaining its heritage. Every room of this beautiful property features historic charm and antique items that reflect the history of this estate. The house can comfortably accommodate up to 20 overnight guests and features a full kitchen, a wrap-around porch, and a cozy fireplace to relax in front of in the evenings.

FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$7,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$6,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$7,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$6,500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Barn
Garden
Historic Building
Inn/B&B
Loft

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December

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Reviews of Arabella Estate

Weddingwire
4.9/5 18 reviews
Google
4.8/5 23 reviews
Simi
Simi Sent on 09/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Five Stars

We can't speak highly enough of Sue and Phil! The work that they have put into Arabella Estate shows through every detail, and Sue was present and proactively communicative through every step of the planning process. She kept my family calm and kept the night moving smoothly through multiple weather and scheduling changes, and our indoor ceremony and reception were beautiful. Highly recommend!
Seth
Seth Sent on 12/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue With Great Staff

We cannot express how wonderful this venue is. Phil and Susan went above and beyond to make our day special and to ensure everything was perfect. They provided a wonderful day of coordinator, who helped ensure everything was taken care of the day of the wedding. The venue works with you to ensure that all your expectations are met. Our wedding was made even more special by being able to spend the wedding weekend with the wedding party, hanging out in the pool and in the house. Our guests were so impressed with the venue. We could not have asked for a better venue or better staff. Thank you for everything!
E
Emily Sent on 11/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue

Not only is the venue unbelievably beautiful, but the staff is fantastic. They made our wedding so seamless and stress free. They were very attentive and on top of everything.
D
Danielle Sent on 10/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent and helped me through the big day making sure it was perfect!

The team at Arabella Estates was absolutely phenomenal! The set up the venue even more beautifully than I ever could have imagined. They went above and beyond for us on our big day. They were kind, accommodating, professional and just all around lovely people. You will not be disappointed! I wish I could relive the day all over again and that is in big part to the team at Arabella!
Emily
Emily Sent on 10/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The most amazing weddinf venue of your dreams!

We got married here last weekend and it was the wedding of our dreams! Arabella Estate absolutely stunning! Everyone who worked there was involved in every single part of the wedding and they made us feel so comfortable. They seriously felt like part of our family. We highly recommend this venue to everyone, you will not regret it! We love all of you and thank you for everything you did for us!
Nathaniel
Nathaniel Sent on 10/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best bang for your buck for wedding barns in Southern Maine

Our experience with Arabella was awesome! The staff was fantastic, and everything went smoothly. After shopping around with other venues it was clear Arabella was the clear choice and best bang for your buck. For around $11,000 (when we booked in 2021) you get the entire venue and 2-night stay on their beautiful property. This includes set-up, and tear-down of tables & chairs (included) and tear down of any décor you provide and a day-of-coordinator built in. There are even optional add-on's such as certain decorations and "farewell brunch" which made getting breakfast for all the over-night guests super easy! They are there to answer any and all questions and provide the smoothest experience possible. 10/10 would recommend!
Allison
Allison Sent on 10/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating

My AMAZING experience at Arabella Estate

We found this venue in Buxton which just so happened to be 8 minutes away from where we lived. Everyone was very pleasant to deal with, no pressure about anything. Our wedding was 2 weeks ago and we’ve been hearing non stop from guests and family how this was the best wedding they’ve been too and how nice it was. That’s all thanks to the day of coordinator Sheryl, sue, Maria and Phil. The bath was very well priced considering you get the barn, plates, utensils, chargers, tables clothes, tables, decorations tay come with it as well as a nice antique house that sleeps 20. The property is beautiful with many flowers and a nice field and trees. I really couldn’t have asked for a better place! I HIGHLY recommend Arabella Estates!!
J
Jessica Sent on 08/18/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding Venue

We have absolutely no regrets getting married at Arabella Estate. Everything was magical! The landscape is incredible, we got so many positive comments from our guests about the venue. In addition to that, it was so nice having the farm house for the weekend. We were able to relax and enjoy the time leading up to our special day with our close friends and family. The staff at Arabella are all so helpful! Phil, the owner is such a personable guy and works hard to keep the place running. I still cannot believe all they did to ensure our wedding day ran smoothly. Susan was there are all weekend to help with whatever we needed. Connie was so quick to answer any questions that we had leading up to our wedding. We are so glad she was our day of coordinator too, she really helped to keep the day flowing smoothly. I would highly recommend Arabella Estate to anyone looking for a wedding venue.
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Amy Sent on 07/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding Venue

Arabella Estate is such a stunning venue! The grounds, the barn, and the house were all just beautiful. Phil the owner has really created an amazing place. We stayed with my whole family from Thursday to Sunday, had lots of time to decorate, enjoy the pool, and had the best weekend ever. 

The staff is also amazing. Susan was so great, laid back and fun to chat with, and so helpful with the set up and take-down. She was there all day helping the wedding run smoothly, and was also readily available to help us with house stuff throughout the weekend. Cheryl ended up being our coordinator and she was wonderful to work with. Mikaela was also very professional and a great help with our questions in the months leading up. Connie was super sweet and even reached out on our wedding day to wish us well and answer a question I had about our shuttles. I also loved that the venue had farm tables, dinnerware, and lots of decor for us to use. It came together perfectly. I still can’t get over what a beautiful venue this was - it was truly the wedding of our dreams. Wish we could do it all again!
T
B768A340Bbc0Aa9158286Bc56953E85Be3681Bdb Sent on 07/20/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Jaw dropping venue, excellent experience, friendly & organized staff

The Arabella estate venue experience was superb. It was such a perfect spot for our wedding…we couldn’t of asked for a better place to say “I do.”
From the cow field to the left of the venue to the beautiful historic house we stayed in on the property the experience was full of
character.
The pool on site for the kids to swim the night before and the AC in barn made a summer wedding pleasurable and comfortable. There is an incredible amount of Decor on site and photo ops around the property it was overwhelming how much was there for our use and included in the venue!
We had an amazing and seamless weekend..& can’t say enough about the helpful and accommodating staff.. Sue, Connie, Phil, Mikaela and Cheryl. They were beyond on top of the details from the very beginning. Sue was an immense help setting up everything and breaking down the venue post wedding day & keeping all our things organized. She made it so easy for us to clean up and leave venue the next day; Connie Mikaela and Cheryl were in the details all along, very responsive and friendly. And Phil Created a dream of a spot for our vision to have our friends and family gather together for our incredibly memorable day. This venue is jaw dropping beautiful. Highly recommend!!!!!
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Arabella Estate frequently asked questions

Arabella Estate includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Arabella Estate for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Inn/B&B
  • Loft
Arabella Estate offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Arabella Estate offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Arabella Estate offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Arabella Estate offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tent Accessories
Arabella Estate is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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