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The French's Point Experience If you're seeking a meaningful, personalized weekend wedding retreat, at a private seaside estate, that feels like a vacation, & a reunion, with a wedding at the heart of it all, you've found the place!

  • Our Venue We provide our private oceanfront estate with beautiful grounds, a number of event amenities/equipment & a variety of settings for weekend festivities, including our beautiful Sail Cloth Tent.
  • Our Lodging We provide lodging in a total of 26 guest suites, for 30-60 friends & family, in our three beautiful homes at the estate.
  • Our Inclusions A complete list of all the amenities & services that we provide is provided on the website.
  • Our Event Capacity of 40-100 guests is the standard size at French's Point. However, for limited In-Season dates, we will host events of up to 200 guests, with an applicable Surplus Guest Fee, in combination with a Lodging extension for Thursday night at the Retreat House.
  • Explore the Estate You can explore the estate virtually, using the links below:
    • Virtual Tours
    • Galleries
    • Event Spaces
    • Sail Cloth Tent Structure
  • Available All Seasons Check out our seasonally inspired sample Weekend Wedding Itineraries

Our Pricing Our website includes pricing & booking details. I have also attached a pdf of the pricing details for your convenience.

Your Vendor Team To offer ultimate control over the experience & budget, our couples select their chosen team of professionals, including planner, catering service & bar service from our Preferred Professionals Guide, to craft a weekend celebration that suits their values & vision.

Additional Nearby Lodging

  • Within walking distance of the estate, there are privately owned vacation rental homes, available for rental, that can sleep an additional 60+ guests in our Cottage Rental Guide.
  • Within 5-15 minutes of French's Point, there is every style & price point of hotel, inn, and B&B, in our Nightly Lodging Guide.



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Frequently asked questions

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?

$58,000

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

$30,000

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

No

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Tables

Describe your venue:

Beach
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Historic Building
Mansion
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
November
December

Reviews of French's Point

Rachel
Rachel Sent on 12/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful team and stunning location

I am so happy we had our wedding here. Would 100% choose again. French's Point is an absolutely stunning venue -- it really helps make an already special day even more memorable. And the team at French's point is awesome -- super professional, very responsive, kind and helpful.
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 11/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Heaven. Just Heaven.

Our October wedding at French's Point was simply amazing. Back in the planning stages, we had plans to tour six or seven other venues, but we canceled all our other tours after we toured French's Point because we knew we'd just seen something special and that it wouldn't get any better.

We were right. Everything about the estate is amazing--the location, the view, the estate house itself. It's warm, welcoming, and elegant. The staff is sweet, encouraging, communicative, and helpful. They provided us with suggestions and inspiration that made our day unique and fun.

If you book the venue, you should also consider booking the adjacent farmhouse for your family and wedding party. It's a quaint, cozy, and adorable place to stay, but it's also incredibly handy to have the wedding party within walking distance of the venue. We were so happy we made the choice to book the farmhouse too!

I can't thank Jessika and Nicole enough; they were amazing, and I get misty just thinking about what a wonderful day they helped us create. I loved everything about it! We even battled a little rain and couldn't get married outside at the gazebo like we planned, but it didn't for one second feel like a compromise to get married in the lovely estate. This place is just heaven!
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Abbey Sent on 09/14/2018
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I got married here in July, and could not be more thankful we chose French's Point. From the very beginning to end, the owners and staff were exceptionally professional, organized, and available for suggestions, questions, and concerns. Most importantly, they are genuinely kind-hearted people who don't just run a business -- they clearly find joy in serving their clients.

The venue itself is exactly as pictured -- views are breathtaking, property is beautifully maintained (by the entire family :) and is overall just... so peaceful.

We rented the both the Farmhouse & Retreat for the weekend and all our guests couldn't stop raving about the accommodations, quality of service, and venue as a whole. We recommend without reservation!
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Emily Sent on 01/04/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We had an amazing wedding weekend at French's Point. My favorite part was being able to have all of our closest family and friends on site with us in nearby cottages for the entire weekend so we had extra quality time with everyone. I had been nervous about the location being hard to get to because we had so many people coming from out of town, many of them from the west coast, but everyone raved about French's Point and used it as an opportunity to explore the Maine coast. I did find it confusing at times to keep track of what the facility provides versus what you are responsible for providing - but this is no fault of the staff. They were very helpful in answering all my questions and made sure things went off without a hitch!
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Deborah Sent on 08/19/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had our daughter's wedding at French's Point in July 2017 but started our relationship with the French's Point staff long before. For the months leading up to the big day, we received excellent resources and assistance from the French's Point staff. All our questions were answered quickly and professionally. On the day before and for the rehearsal, the staff was ready and prepared to address and handle all the details. On the actual wedding day, we were in excellent hands and French's Point served as a perfect venue for the bridal party's getting ready time and for the special afternoon and evening our families and guests enjoyed. From the staff to the beautiful home and grounds, French's Point served as a lovely setting for our daughter's wedding memories.
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Ashley Sent on 08/04/2017
5 out of 5 rating
French's Point is an incredible wedding venue. The grounds are gorgeous and the staff was both friendly and extremely helpful on our big day! Things could not have gone smoother and the team at FP is a big reason why. Everything was simply spectacular.
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Brooke Sent on 07/05/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Everything about FP is perfect.

We traveled to Maine to be married, and we found it online. We signed sight-unseen and visited once prior to our wedding weekend. It was nerve-wracking, but now we cannot recommend FP enough!

The venue is gorgeous. 100% of our guests traveled from out of town, and many were annoyed to travel to Maine. Once everyone saw FP, they fell in love with it. It's the most beautiful spot, and many told us it was the prettiest wedding location they’d ever seen. The surrounding towns aren't the most scenic, but FP itself more than makes up for it. We ended up having guests stay in two nearby B&Bs or in Ellsworth, which is about 35 minutes away. (FP is 1 hour from Bar Harbor.)

You rent FP for 2+ days, so you can host multiple events (rehearsal dinner, reception, etc.)The grounds and estate are stunning. You have so many things there: getting ready rooms, honeymoon suite, ballrooms, and a covered tent. It’s all included. Then there's a gorgeous 13-bedroom rental home next door (with 13 bathrooms). It’s so much fun walking between FP and the house. There are fire pits, beaches, volleyball courts, and tons of land. We loved having our bridal party stay together.

The reason we LOVED FP was the customer service the week of the wedding. The team is amazing. They took care of every detail and once we communicated our plans, we handed it off to them & they handled every single thing. They are the most professional, yet warm people to work with!

And finally Erin, our day-of-wedding coordinator: we cannot rate her highly enough! She managed us, every vendor (the good & the bad), and our families with such grace. She handled every detail the week of the wedding, and we felt so cared for! She made our entire wedding weekend! Definitely hire her for day-of coordination!

It’s a splurge, but worth it for the grounds, the rental home, the customer service, and day-of coordination!
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User2343194 Sent on 09/29/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Just a wonderful experience in every sense.

To start, they generously put us up for a night in their honeymoon suite when we originally traveled to see the venue before booking, and provided us with an amazing homemade breakfast spread and gift bag - what a first impression! When we took a tour of the venue and grounds, we were both completely floored - it is the most beautiful, magical place we could ever imagine for a wedding. Photos absolutely do not do this place justice. We got married on the lawn overlooking the ocean, and our guests were speechless at the beauty - we had several out of town guests seriously considering buying real estate in the area!! The French's Point property is so beautifully landscaped that we really didn't have to go crazy with the decor.

The FP team is so incredibly organized, it put my spreadsheets to shame. They are all so professional and easy to work with. We used Christina, the on-site wedding planner, for full planning services, and she was an absolute joy! We are both so grateful for her help with the whole wedding planning process.

We can't possibly come up with anything bad about our experience with French's Point. You will not regret choosing this beautiful place as your venue!
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Heather Sent on 07/12/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I am not even sure where to begin, but our entire experience with French's Point was amazing, as a result, out wedding was spectacular! From the very beginning when my husband emailed them to inquire about wedding packages and availability to the day after out wedding our we were greeted with true wedding professionalism and highly experienced staff. Our planner, Christina, was a gem to work with, she was always so calm, efficient, kind, and really cares about making your experience exactly what you want it to be! I had my heart set on a winter wedding but we decided to marry in October instead and it turned out to be a beautiful day. We were able to get married outside and the reception was nothing short of fabulous. I cannot tell you how many of our guests told us that our wedding was the best wedding they had ever been to and how many of guests complimented the wait staff and bar staff noting how attentive and professional they all were. One of my friends stated that she felt so special because the servers were so good! We also still have guests raving about how good the food was! Then there is the Beach Rose Farm House, oh the Farm House! I highly recommended renting the Farm House, not only can you have a amazing wedding day with French's Point, you have the option to make it an amazing long weekend! Everyone that stayed with us at the Farm House stated that it was one of the best weekend's of their lives! It was so much fun to get to spend the days leading up to our wedding with our most favorite people! If you want a quintessential, classic, coastal Maine wedding, I guarantee you this place will not disappoint! The grounds at the Estate are breathtaking and all your wedding photos can be right there without having to drive all over the place to find the perfect spot. I can assuredly say that our wedding day was everything I ever dreamed of and more, French's Point will always have a special place in my heart.
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User1972279 Sent on 12/16/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding was more luxurious than I could have ever imagined. It was purely elegant and also intimate... Exactly everything I was looking for!
The staff was exceptional and I didn't have to lift a finger. (Brides: you don't know how important this is!!!) I had zero stress during our entire wedding weekend (Wednesday -Sunday).
Our wedding party stayed at the farmhouse and our close family rented one of the houses right next door. Everyone had a relaxing and fun time!
I cannot thank French's Point (both the beautiful venue/scenery and staff) for the most memorable wedding!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

6 Endorsements
Closer North Closer North Wedding Photographers

French's Point is not only an amazing location but the venue quality, views, design, options, and above all - the staff! Are above and beyond. Every time we photograph a wedding here, we are artistically inspired. The landscaping and buildings are top notch with so many options to make your event truly your own. Easy to work with staff. I can't say enough about French's Point, we highly recommend!

Greta Tucker Photography Greta Tucker Photography Wedding Photographers

I absolutely love French's Point, it is the most stunning venue in the state of Maine, their team is amazing, always helpful and kind. They always go above and beyond to make sure their couples needs are met and everyone is happy.

From This Day Forward traveling wedding makeup service From This Day Forward traveling wedding makeup service Wedding Hair & Makeup

French's Point is gorgeous and magical and their entire team is stellar! If you are planning a wedding, or any event, and are searching for the quintessential Maine location, look no further! Hope to see you there!

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French's Point frequently asked questions

French's Point includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by French's Point for wedding events is known for:
  • Beach
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
  • Waterfront
French's Point offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
French's Point offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
French's Point offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
French's Point offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
French's Point is recommended by 95% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.7 in flexibility, 4.7 in professionalism and 4.7 in value.
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