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The Hermitage Inn is a wedding venue located in West Dover, Vermont. Nestled in the foothills of the Green Mountains of Southern Vermont, this establishment allows couples to experience their wedding celebrations amidst the beauty of nature. Providing guests with awe-inspiring scenery at every turn, this estate is the ideal choice for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life on their long-awaited wedding day.

Facilities and Capacity

Set on over 100 acres of lush grounds, The Hermitage Inn is an idyllic getaway where couples and their loved ones can enjoy a celebratory gathering. Throughout the property, guests will find a tranquil trout pond, vibrant private gardens, scenic hiking trails, and a picture-perfect apple orchard. The Wine Cellar is the ideal locale for an intimate dinner of up to ten guests. For larger gatherings, the property offers the use of its dining room, an elegantly appointed event space that can accommodate gatherings of 130 attendees. Additionally, larger affairs can be held at a tented reception on the lawn, this can host up to 200 guests. The inn also offers luxurious guest rooms to those looking to extend the festivities.

Services Offered

The dedicated team of event staff at The Hermitage Inn offers a wide range of services for soon-to-be newlyweds to choose from. At the Hermitage Inn, we believe planning your special event should be as seamless and stress-free as possible. This is why we are proud to offer full service wedding planning. From your very first tour of the venue to your final dance, our expert wedding planners and designers will be by your side, helping you create a day that is truly unforgettable.

The Hermitage Inn’s award-winning cuisine celebrates the best regional products that New England offers. Our menus borrow from haute cuisine and local artisanal foods creating a unique gastronomic experience that is both rustic and refined.

The accommodations at The Hermitage Inn offer scenic nature views and our unique brand of mountain elegance. With three categories to choose from, guests will relax and unwind in brand-new, custom-designed guest rooms.

Additionally, wedding packages can include outdoor ceremonies, chairs for both the ceremony and reception, a bridal and groomsmen getting ready space, hybrid inside/outside cocktail hour, rehearsal and brunch spaces, bar services, and event rentals.

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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?

$17,500

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

$7,500

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

No

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

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$90

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Specialty Beer

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Garden
Historic Building
Hotel
Inn/B&B
Resort
Restaurant

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
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
November
December

Reviews of The Hermitage Inn

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The Hermitage Inn is a beautiful, upscale Vermont venue with versatile indoor and outdoor spaces and immaculate grounds. Guests praised the attentive, professional on-site planners and staff for seamless, personalized service. The food, wine, and desserts were repeatedly lauded, though the venue is on the pricier side.

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The Hermitage Inn is a beautiful, upscale Vermont venue with versatile indoor and outdoor spaces and immaculate grounds. Guests praised the attentive, professional on-site planners and staff for seamless, personalized service. The food, wine, and desserts were repeatedly lauded, though the venue is on the pricier side.

Jessica
Jessica Sent on 04/23/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Our wedding 9/27/25

We cannot say enough amazing things about how amazing our wedding was here!!!! Gina, our wedding planner made the entire planning process feel seamless and stress-free, and the wedding day itself was absolutely perfect. Any questions, concerns or changes I had, Gina accommodated immediately. There was never a moment where we felt worried or overwhelmed! Everything was handled with such care, professionalism, and attention to detail. We were SO lucky to have Gina!

The entire team was incredible to us, and we still talk about how wonderful the staff was, especially our personal waiter (I can’t remember her name I’m so sorry), who went above and beyond all night. We felt so taken care of and genuinely supported, which made the day even more special. And the food was incredible!

If I could plan this day all over again, I wouldn’t change a single thing.
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Nadia Sent on 02/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

VT Fall Wedding

Our wedding at this venue was nothing short of perfect—truly, every single moment exceeded our expectations. Gina and Mercer were incredible to work with; they felt less like planners and more like trusted friends who genuinely cared about making our day unforgettable. Their attention to detail was remarkable, and they anticipated needs we didn’t even know we had.
On the wedding day, we felt like absolute royalty. The entire staff was exceptional—warm, attentive, and completely on top of things. They handled food sensitivities and allergies with such ease that it gave us total peace of mind. I honestly didn’t realize a wedding could happen without a single hitch, but this team pulled it off flawlessly. I can’t think of one thing they missed.
The venue itself was stunning, and we largely gave the planners creative freedom with the room setup. That trust paid off—the space looked beautiful in a way that felt effortless and perfectly aligned with our style. The food, the service, every interaction with every staff member… all impeccable. Truly, chef’s kiss, no notes.
This venue is worth every cent, and if we had to choose all over again, we wouldn’t consider anywhere else.
Caroline
Caroline Sent on 06/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A gorgeous space and an attentive staff…

When my husband and I decided to get married, we were extremely overwhelmed and had no idea where to even start with planning such a momentous event. We knew that we wanted the wedding to be intimate (not to many guests), in a setting that was surrounded by trees, and in a location that felt like home. Out of all the wedding venues in Vermont, the Hermitage Inn captured everything we were looking for. A gorgeous space and an attentive staff… making the day feel as effortless as possible.

After a short call with the Events Director, Gina, we knew our big day was in good hands. She not only spent multiple hours on the phone with us, but she also provided amazing visuals for us as we were planning this wedding from out of state. I have never met a more dedicated person who works in a hospitality field. Gina is the definition of “going above and beyond” — even meeting us to tour the space on her day off last minute, so we were able to take the big leap in deciding this was our future wedding venue. She puts her entire heart in listening to her couples, understanding their vision, and bringing their dreams to life.

And now to the part of the magical touches… this space is truly one that people are passionate to work for. Everyone who works in the space takes time to learn who their patrons are, so much so, that my husband and I has several interactions with the owners Mary Lou and Tim of the Inn before the wedding even occurred. The Hermitage Inn is not just a space where they churn guests in and out… the waiters to the bartenders to the check in staff all knew who we were, and did everything in their power to make the day special. On the day of the wedding, Tim personally delivered lunch to the bridal party and grooms party. The day after the wedding, when picking up our decorations to bring home, Tim himself was walking the grounds and taking care of some landscaping on his own in the quiet hours of the morning. It’s moments like that where you realize you are receiving first class service without the impersonal aspect of larger hotel and venues.

On the wedding day itself, everyone was available to help where needed. I was looked in the eye, asked what I needed, and was never made to feel alone or out of sorts. Gina herself took our vision and DIY table settings, flowers, and glassware, and within hours had her entire staff create the space into the vision that we wanted. Lucky for us, we got married in the month of October, so the Hermitage Inn already was decorated with beautiful flowers, pumpkins, and corn stalks to provide additional ambience. The food… my husband and I have eaten at the Inn’s restaurant multiple times, and you are truly in for a treat. The high quality, amazing flavors, are exactly what you are served at your private event as well.

I could go on and on about the amazing experience we had with the Hermitage Inn. So many of my guests stated… “this place is like a postcard.” We could not be more impressed with the attention and care we received with our wedding event. Even with a wedding of 30 guests, we were able to have an outdoor ceremony and an indoor reception in the gorgeous Birches dining room. We highly recommend this space for a future event or even a weekend away in Southern Vermont. It is now a place where we call ‘home.’ Thank you Tim, Mary Lou, Gina, and the entire staff of the Hermitage Inn for making our day one we will never forget!
Jenny
Jenny Sent on 08/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection

Today is our three month wedding anniversary and we are still talking about how perfect our wedding was, with a huge part of that due to The Hermitage Inn. The team at The Hermitage made the entire process easy, calming and fun and made the weekend lovely, memorable and perfect. Gina was with us from moment one and was a constant professional who was warm, non-judgemental and available whenever needed. She made sure the day of went on without a hitch and took care of all the big and small details, making sure we didn’t need to worry about anything. I was very specific about wanting to start hair and make up later in the day and Gina adjusted the schedule and made sure I had my morning to myself. During the weekend Mercer, Jan, Sarah, Katia and so many others, along with Gina, made it the best weekend with all of our guests saying the same thing. From the rehearsal dinner, breakfasts in the morning, bar service and, of course, the big event, it was all excellent, personal and thoughtful.
Location and venue wise The Hermitage was again, perfect. The property and inn are beautiful, luxurious and luscious. It was incredible to have the entire inn to ourselves with our closest family and friends. The carriage house was a perfect home base to not only get ready in but to have drinks at and to have a little welcome event for just those staying at the inn on Thursday night. I have pictures of my parents and aunts and uncles sitting on the porch telling stories which I will cherish forever. The grounds were beautiful for the wedding and even though the rehearsal dinner, ceremony, cocktail hour and reception were at the same venue- each part of the weekend felt unique and intentional as the venue offers so many options.
Its been fun to look at the other weddings that have happened since ours on Instagram because not one of them have looked similar. That must be the magic of The Hermitage Inn and Gina, as they truly allow you to bring your own wedding to life.
Can’t wait to come back for a weekend and reminisce. My aunts and parents also fell in love with the venue and are planning a trip up the winter.
Taylor
Taylor Sent on 07/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The most perfect venue!

We had the absolute best wedding day!

I could not have asked for more from our venue. The staff was amazing and the on-site coordinators, Gina and Mercer, were truly the best to work with! They were incredibly attentive during our two-year long planning process. I always felt like a priority and it was amazing to have people to ask questions, chat through logistics, and have in our court.

Our guests loved the space and having the ability for our wedding party to all stay at the venue was absolutely everything we hoped it would be. The food and aesthetic were PERFECT. It was everything a bride could have ever asked for!!
M
Matt Sent on 07/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Hermitage Wedding

Amazing venue, great service and the food can’t be beat. We had a 170 person wedding under a large tent in the back. Food was the consistency of a 2 person private chef. Bartenders, waiters and waitresses, everyone was incredible and so happy to be there celebrating with us.
The grounds were immaculate and planning the logistics, vendors and timeline with Gina were extremely easy. Go up, take a weekend to look around, and you can picture it happening.
N
Nicole Sent on 12/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

An incredible place to host a wedding with an amazing and talented team!

I cannot say enough good things about our experience hosting our wedding at the Hermitage - The Inn is beautiful, the food is spectacular, the wine program is fantastic, and the staff is incredible. My husband and I knew we wanted to get married in Vermont, but we didn't want a barn, a tent, or anything too rustic. Enter, the Hermitage! The Hermitage Inn has been around for a while, so it has that lovely Vermont charm, however, it was taken over my new owners a few years ago and they did a beautiful job with the interior. It is modern, chic, and beautiful. There is a restaurant and tavern attached to the inn that fit over 100 people. It's beautifully decorated, has multiple fireplaces, and was exactly what we were looking for. To make it an even better, there is a truly AMAZING wedding planner on staff at the Hermitage, Gina. Gina is such a delight to work with and we were so grateful for her support throughout our entire wedding planning process. When the weekend finally arrived, we were in such great hands. Gina and her wedding planning crew were true professionals. The chef at the Hermitage cooked up an amazing meal that had guests raving. The owner and manager helped us select fantastic wines at our tasting from their award-winning wine program. The staff (servers, bartenders and the groundskeeper) were incredible. We have memories at the Hermitage that will last a lifetime and we are so grateful to them for making our wedding day so special! THANK YOU Hermitage Inn!!
Christina
Christina Sent on 07/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful, caring, and professional venue!

My husband and I couldn't recommend The Hermitage Inn more. The service is unbeatable - not only was the onsite planner we worked with (Gina) caring, professional, quick to respond, and a great problem solver, but on the wedding day itself, every employee at the Inn truly cared about your day and making it as smooth and perfect as possible. In our eyes, their professionalism and kindness cannot be beaten, and our guests couldn't stop raving about the service. On top of that, the food was exceptional, and we can't begin to explain how beautiful yet also delicious our cake was.

In addition to having our wedding there, we also had our rehearsal dinner in the wine cellar and hired the Hermitage to do the florals for the night. The food was also delicious (this is a sign to pick the chocolate lava cake), the ambiance made for a more intimate dinner with those we loved, and the flowers were stunning. Also, our wedding party stayed at the Inn for the entire weekend, and the rooms were immaculate. So, stop your search now and get married here! Photo Credit to Emily Wren Photography
J
Jo Gh Sent on 08/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Gem of Vermont

The Hermitage Inn is run by a team of passionate professionals.
(Jo Putnam, Event Coordinator, is the absolute best!)
They delivered a first-class experience for our guests, and they were a pleasure to work with from day one, making our vision come to life. Trust that they will deliver a one-of-a-kind Vermont experience: intimate and cozy, elegant and classy, modern and up-scale all while also honoring the location of the mountains. This is a gem of a location, as are the people! The space, the design, the food...it doesn't get better than this!
M
Meghan Sent on 02/15/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best Weekend!

I can't say enough wonderful things about the team at the Hermitage Inn! I was proposed to at the Inn, in early February. My fiance said the team was so easy to work with leading up to the day, and made sure to have everything in place, and a fire roaring when we got there. Everyone was so warm and accommodating and made us feel right at home. We had dinner on property both nights (we stayed at the Inn), and our friends and family were raving about the food and drinks! 

As an event professional myself (who notices all the small details, and knows all the strings they needed to pull behind the scenes), I can't recommend Hermitage Inn enough. Looking forward to returning next year, and the years to come, what a special place!
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Awards

11
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner

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The Hermitage Inn frequently asked questions

The Hermitage Inn includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Hermitage Inn includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at The Hermitage Inn includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Specialty Beer
The space offered by The Hermitage Inn for wedding events is known for:
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
  • Inn/B&B
  • Resort
  • Restaurant
The Hermitage Inn offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Hermitage Inn offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Hermitage Inn offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
The Hermitage Inn offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
The Hermitage Inn is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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