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Essie + Mike Haimes
Essie + Mike Haimes
Proprietors

Woman-owned

13 years in business

We speak English, Portuguese and Spanish

6 team members

The Maine Barns offer two unique and exquisitely appointed wedding venues, both just 25 minutes from Portland: Walnut Hill and Flanagan Farm. Both properties merge elegance, modern convenience, private and stunning grounds, and impeccably restored barns suitable for celebrations ranging from 50-250 guests.

Weddings at both of our venues include use of the entire property, including overnight accommodations in the farmhouse for 10-12 guests from Thursday through Sunday. For couples interested in a Sunday wedding, it is possible to shift the dates to Friday to Monday depending on the weekend.

You are welcome to host your ceremony and reception on site, as well as also rehearsal dinner, welcome drinks, and even a farewell brunch if you'd like. Past couples have shared that being able to make themselves totally at home with family and friends allowed them to truly soak up all of the "little moments" around the big day, from morning yoga with friends in the barn to late night around the fire pit with family.

Additionally, both Flanagan Farm and Walnut Hill are among the closest wedding venues to Portland, at just 25 minutes drive, so many couples love that they can combine the best of Portland (including hotels or rental homes for guests) with the natural beauty of an elevated indoor/outdoor setting for their wedding weekend.

In terms of wedding planning, catering, and rentals, we have a list of preferred vendors who know our properties very well in each category and who have executed brilliantly with us many times. In our experience, every couple has a different vision for their weekend, so we leave choices like rentals, decor, overall design, and menu selections up to you, so that you can bring your precise vision to life. We do respectfully require that couples work with a professional planner or day-of coordinator to help bring their weekend together.

One of the other unique things about marrying at Flanagan Farm is that you'll have the opportunity to do some good, just by celebrating with us! Through our Love/Give program, we donate a share of our proceeds from every wedding to organizations that are making a difference for Maine’s people and places.

We invite you to visit our website to learn more about each property.

Flanagan Farm - Flanagan Farm hosts exquisite events year round. With two magnificent barns set on 66 pastoral acres, Flanagan Farm is versatile and accommodating—designed to take advantage of Maine’s four seasons—be it the open-air freshness of spring and summer or the crisp light and cozy warmth of fall and winter. Flanagan Farm offers an unforgettable backdrop to host your event, whether it is an intimate gathering, an all out bash, or the wonderful options in between.

Walnut Hill - The serene and beautifully manicured estate-like grounds of Walnut Hill offer an intimate setting to host your event between May - November. Located in the desirable town of North Yarmouth, the custom-designed gardens and four green acres provide an enchanting setting for your celebration. The attached 19th-century barn and farmhouse have been painstakingly restored and renovated to capture the charm of time past while simultaneously offering modern amenities to facilitate flawless events.

Pricing information

$13,250 starting price $9,250 starting price
$18,500 average price $14,250 average price
Reception
$15,250 starting price
These prices are available for the months of May through November.

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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?

$15,250

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

$9,250

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Parking

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

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 The Barn at Flanagan Farm

Weddingwire
4.8/5 18 reviews
Google
4.8/5 62 reviews
Michaela
Michaela Sent on 07/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

We loved every moment!

We can't imagine our wedding celebrations anywhere other than Flanagan Farm! We fell in love with Flanagan immediately when we visited and we both knew it was the perfect venue to showcase the beauty and history of Maine while also having the freedom to design and curate our wedding weekend in a way that reflected us and our relationship.

Essie and Mike have put so much thought into the design, aesthetic, and layout of Flanagan Farm and were so available to assist with any questions, provide vendor recommendations, and check in to make sure we were feeling prepared over the two years we worked with them - they made us feel so comfortable and excited!

We loved that we were the only wedding for the weekend and that we had access to the property from Thursday - Sunday. It helped us ease into the wedding celebrations and not feel rushed. We also really enjoyed having our wedding party stay with us onsite at the farm house. We even hosted a small wedding party and family gathering on Thursday night to kickoff the wedding weekend, and we're so grateful Flanagan provides such a beautiful space for multiple gatherings throughout the weekend.

Truly, don't look any further than Flanagan - you will be in great hands with Essie and Mike and have such a beautiful wedding weekend that you'll remember forever. We couldn't be happier and Flanagan will always have a special place in our hearts.
Charlotte
Charlotte Sent on 07/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best of the best!

The Barn at Flanagan Farm was truly a dream venue. It is serene, beautiful, and feels natural but polished at the same time. Our guests couldn't stop raving about what a gorgeous setting it was, from the Ceremony Grove to the wonderfully-preserved barn. It was the perfect venue for our elegant but understated wedding. It was also so convenient to be able to stay on-site in the farmhouse - we felt like we were welcoming our guests to our home! Not to mention, the farmhouse itself is well-appointed, beautifully decorated, and comfortable. We loved staying there. Mike, Essie, Kate, and the whole Flanagan Farm team were so communicative and wonderful to work with throughout the entire planning process. If I could give them more than 5 stars, I would! Flanagan Farm is pure magic and you will NOT regret booking this venue.
Nicole
Nicole Sent on 10/10/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Wedding Venue

The Barn on Flanagan Farm is the most perfect wedding venue. When starting the venue search I knew I wanted a barn for a more rustic feel. I reached out to the previous owner, Gail Landry, she was so personal and easy to communicate. When she stepped down, Mike and Essie took over (they were actually married at Flanagan Farm) Essie kept in constant touch throughout planning a wedding during a pandemic, kept me informed on the ever changing guidelines in Maine, even helped figure out a plan B in case I couldn't get married this year. The farmhouse attached was gorgeous including the couples cottage, it housed our entire wedding party and our dog. The ceremony grove with the birch arbor was breath taking and the barn where we had our reception was just perfect. To top it all off the venue comes with the most amazing property manager, Jean, who looked after myself, husband, dog, and wedding party like we were her own kids. I cannot recommend this venue enough.
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