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Kristen Michaels
Kristen Michaels
Facility Manager

12 years in business

We speak English

Just me

Based in Glastonbury, Connecticut, The Glastonbury Boathouse is a waterfront wedding venue situated along the Connecticut River. The venue showcases the beauty of rural New England, including panoramic river views, beautifully manicured grounds, and a waterfront patio. The banquet hall’s exposed beam ceilings and expansive windows naturally illuminate the room, creating a stunning reception setting in all seasons. The staff works closely with couples to bring the wedding of their dreams to life. Catering partners will help couples create a custom wedding menu that fits their tastes, style, and budget. The Glastonbury Boathouse provides a picturesque backdrop for any wedding day in a convenient location for couples and their guests. The venue is near local hotel accommodations, restaurants, spa options, and Bradley International Airport.

Facilities and Capacity

The Glastonbury Boathouse banquet hall can accommodate up to 150 seated guests or 250 guests for a standing cocktail reception. Here, couples and their guests will have access to the second-story banquet hall and the attached observation deck. This covered space is perfect for cocktails with panoramic river views. Events hosted here benefit from an on-site supervisor, two hours of setup time, an hour of breakdown, and complimentary parking. Also provided is free WiFi and access to a get-ready suite. Outdoor space is also available, such as a scenic waterfront patio. Time can be allotted for professional photos, and those booking receptions do not incur an additional fee for ceremonies. For couples planning a cozier ceremony, the waterfront location can be rented exclusively for exchanging vows, allowing for a more economical wedding celebration.

Services Offered

The Glastonbury Boathouse offers a range of services to accommodate wedding day needs. Various amenities are available on-site, including a get-ready suite, tents, and a dance floor. Services like event planning, setup, cleaning, in-house catering, and bar provisions are offered. Servers, bartenders, and valet services are also available. In-house cake can be catered, and both audio equipment and lighting can be provided.

FAQ

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

Yes

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

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Parking
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Beach
Boat/Yacht
Government Building
Park
Waterfront

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?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April

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Reviews of The Glastonbury Boathouse

Weddingwire
4.8/5 14 reviews
Google
4.7/5 300 reviews
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Christine Sent on 12/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue!

We and our guests LOVED the venue! It’s in a very central location with plenty of hotels and restaurants near by, but far enough from any main road We had a gorgeous sunset and we’re so grateful to have Kristen and Kelly coordinate our event. Kristen was so kind and helpful in planning, and Kelly was a joy to have with us the night of. Our guests loved the cocktail hour on the balcony and the openness of the boathouse itself. The bathrooms were very clean and we can’t recommend the boathouse enough!
K
Kathleen Sent on 08/25/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent - beautiful views!

Beautiful location; we loved the location when we saw it and were so happy how it turned out on our wedding day. The space is large and the view is amazing. There are also so many good opportunities for photos on the grounds. Did not bother us at all that it was technically a public park outside of the rented area it was amazing!
Brittany
Brittany Sent on 08/10/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Venue

The Boathouse is a dream wedding venue. The view is spectacular, the facility is incredibly well maintained and there is inside and outside event space. The icing on the cake is their events manager Kristen. She is so kind, easy to work with and beyond accommodating. Our wedding was cancelled in 2020 and she worked with us to find a new date that all of our original vendors could accommodate. We were so happy with our wedding and could not be happier that it was hosted at the Boathouse.
Amy
Amy Sent on 10/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn’t of asked for a better venue

The Glastonbury Boathouse was the first venue my fiancé and I looked at while we were wedding planning and we put a deposit down that day. I knew I’d never find a place that compared. The venue manager, Kristen was amazing to work with. She answered my emails almost immediately and was so accommodating. I highly recommend this venue for couples that are looking to have their ceremony onsite, as the waterfront and sunset make for amazing ceremony pictures.
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Danielle Sent on 09/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue

Working with Kristen was fantastic - she was always very responsive to emails and answered all questions (and I had a lot, especially toward the end). The Boathouse was such a beautiful venue - I had so many guests comment on how great the location was. I absolutely loved the water views, upper covered deck, and the indoor space (especially with the addition of string lights across the ceiling). I think the price is very reasonable for such a nice place, compared to others I considered. I highly recommend this venue! The only thing you have to think about (and make clear to guests) is parking, since a lot of the main parking lot gets filled by people with boats, and then guests have to park in the "overflow" parking area.
C
Chelsey Sent on 07/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Venue review

One of my top choices, beautiful venue!
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Laurel Sent on 07/05/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful, affordable, and easy

The boathouse was an absolutely beautiful space for our indoor winter wedding and reception. They decorate the boathouse for the holiday season automatically, and we kept most of their decorations (for free!) in addition to adding our own. They even worked with us to blend their decoration style with the theme for our wedding (changing up some of the colors they typically use). The room is large, airy, and bright. There was plenty of room for our ceremony and reception (think 70 guests). There are great places for pictures outdoors, with the water or even the boathouse itself as a backdrop. Kristen was very responsive and easy to work with. The caterers were very flexible and helped us design a luncheon even though they do not specialize in luncheons for weddings. We had a lovely experience at a very affordable price tag. Highly recommend.
H
Heather Sent on 11/01/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Location!

We fell in love with this location the minute we saw pictures online! We went to visit and knew this was the perfect location. It is perfect, lots of windows, natural light, and a beautiful view. We held our short and sweet ceremony down by the water, where our guests had plenty of room. Cocktail hour on the upper deck and had plenty of room for our guests in the dining room, along with a huge dance floor and room for our photo booth!
Q
Quincy Sent on 07/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating
From the very beginning, I knew I was going to love the Boathouse because it had a calendar of available dates on the website (a pro for someone like me who hates calling/emailing strangers) and a blank canvas for decor. When looking for a venue, my biggest priority was to get away from the stuffy ballrooms and ornate carpeting that Connecticut venues tend to have, and the Boathouse was perfect. So light and airy and open! I'd never actually been inside it until my wedding day, and was blown away at the space (would highly recommend adding strands of lights on the ceiling). It ended up raining during the ceremony and we had to move to the upper deck, but that didn't stop guests from loving the beautiful river view. We had so much fun, and in such a stunning space—I only wish I'd had time to enjoy the venue itself longer! Kristen was a dream to work with, always so kind in answering my millions of questions (planning a wedding from afar is no joke). She is a true expert, and helped me work with my vendors to have what was truly a beautiful day. I would not have wanted to have my wedding at any other venue.
J
Janelle Sent on 02/16/2017
5 out of 5 rating
This was the perfect spot for our reception! We lucked out with great weather on the day of our wedding in March and took advantage of the stunning views and waterfront. For the price it can't be beat with hotels right around the corner for guests to stay at. Don't let the fear of having catering separate deter you. The list of approved catering vendors is perfect and within MANY different price points. They are very accommodating and this should be a stop on your list of places to check out - it's a hidden gem!
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The Boathouse is a unique and very picturesque location. Beautiful spot right on the CT River. Ample parking and easy access. Plus, the staff is friendly and fantastic. Very much recommend!

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The Glastonbury Boathouse frequently asked questions

The Glastonbury Boathouse includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by The Glastonbury Boathouse for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Beach
  • Boat/Yacht
  • Government Building
  • Park
  • Waterfront
The Glastonbury Boathouse offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Glastonbury Boathouse offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Glastonbury Boathouse offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Glastonbury Boathouse offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Glastonbury Boathouse is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in value, 4.7 in professionalism and 4.6 in flexibility.
The Glastonbury Boathouse currently offers 1 discount promotion for wedding services.
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