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About this vendor

Clay Burkhalter and Gleanna Doyle-Burkhalter
Clay Burkhalter and Gleanna Doyle-Burkhalter
Owners

Woman-owned

4 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

Located in Stonington, Connecticut, The Hounds is a unique wedding venue nestled amidst a tranquil saltwater marsh and nature preserve whose residents include Deer, Herons, Egrets, and Osprey.

It is ideally situated near the charming Stonington Borough, making it a perfect setting for your special day. The Hounds provides versatile indoor and outdoor areas for groups of all sizes during all seasons and in any weather.

Facilities and Capacity

The Aft Deck is our covered Terrace and is available for cocktails or as an alternative ceremony location, complete with heathers and fire pits.

The Quarterdeck Room is elegantly lit by in-house-made nautical lighting fixtures with a handsome custom bar and seats up to 200 guests.

A wall of sliding glass doors provides seamless passage to the Aft Deck Terrace and also provides stunning views from every seat in the room.

The knot Room is available for intimate weddings up to 35. With the adjacent rose garden and French doors leading to the mahogany double sided bar, the Knot Room is a perfect space for your special day.

Services Offered:

On your wedding day, you will have exclusive access to the entire property.

The Bridal Suite and Groom Room are included.

On-site lawn or terrace ceremony with white padded garden chairs is available.

You can choose from our curated selection of approved caterers who ensure your event need is met.

A Hounds representative will be on the grounds throughout your special day and evening and will work seamlessly with your selected vendors. Take a 360° Virtual Tour and enjoy an exclusive sneak peek of The Hounds today!

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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?

$6,000

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

$4,500

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

Yes

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

$500

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

$500

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Tables

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

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Garden
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?

Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

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
March
April
November
December

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Reviews of The Hounds

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The Hounds is a highly recommended wedding venue praised for its picturesque and charming setting, accommodating staff, and beautiful decor. Reviewers appreciated the stunning marsh backdrop, nautical touches, and spacious indoor areas, including a comfortable bridal suite and groomsmen lounge. Guests highlighted the venue's serene atmosphere, seamless communication, and flexibility in accommodating various needs and requests. From the delicious catering by Dog Watch to the gorgeous renovations, The Hounds offers a magical and memorable experience for couples seeking an unforgettable wedding day.

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The Hounds is a highly recommended wedding venue praised for its picturesque and charming setting, accommodating staff, and beautiful decor. Reviewers appreciated the stunning marsh backdrop, nautical touches, and spacious indoor areas, including a comfortable bridal suite and groomsmen lounge. Guests highlighted the venue's serene atmosphere, seamless communication, and flexibility in accommodating various needs and requests. From the delicious catering by Dog Watch to the gorgeous renovations, The Hounds offers a magical and memorable experience for couples seeking an unforgettable wedding day.

J
Jessica Sent on 10/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Get married here!

This venue is GORGEOUS STUNNING AMAZING! I just got married there mid October and the fall foliage was breathtaking!
The owners are very sweet and accommodating and Linda was awesome with helping me every step of the way!! Highly highly highly recommended!
Emily
Emily Sent on 01/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best day!!

We had such a lovely experience working with the staff at the Hounds for our wedding! From the first meeting to last minute changes, they were wonderful every step of the way!
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 11/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 Recommend

We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful wedding day at The Hounds! The venue provided the perfect blend of charm and elegance, with the ceremony set against a stunning marsh backdrop—it was absolutely breathtaking. The nautical decor added a unique and cozy touch, perfectly complementing the natural beauty of the surroundings. Inside, the venue's hardwood floors added warmth and sophistication, while the bridal suite and groomsmen lounge were both comfortable and well-appointed, giving us a relaxing space to get ready. We felt so cared for, and our guests couldn't stop raving about how lovely everything was. Highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a picturesque, memorable wedding day!
T
Teresa Sent on 09/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great wedding venue!

We had our wedding at the hounds a couple of weeks ago and it was amazing! It is such a beautiful venue and everyone was so easy to work with. When looking at venues we were limited due to guest list, we didn’t want it to be too crowded, but the hounds was comfortably able to accommodate our 200 guests. We couldn’t have been happier!
L
Lilia Sent on 06/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding venue!

We just had our wedding at The Hounds a week ago and we could not be happier with our choice! The communication with Linda was so easy and helpful throughout the whole process, they were very accommodating to allow us to come in early for set up and leave things overnight to pick up the morning after. The outdoor space was absolutely gorgeous for our ceremony and cocktail hour while the inside had the perfect nautical touches while being enough of a blank slate that you can truly make it whatever you’d like. The natural lighting in the ballroom was absolutely beautiful, too. We got so many compliments on our choice of venue and we were truly so thrilled with our day.
C
Casey Sent on 06/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Venue Ever

We had the best experience with The Hounds. First of all, the grounds are gorgeous and just the quiet and serene setting we were looking for. Everyone from Clay, Gleanna, and Linda were so helpful and accommodating to all of our many requests. Dog Watch was great to work with for catering. Clay let us into the venue earlier than planned when we needed to start hair and makeup early, we were able to rent furniture and set up the space however we pleased. We loved feeling like we could have a lot of control of how we wanted our day to play out. I cannot recommend enough! We had only amazing reviews from our guests. I highly highly suggest having a wedding here, you will not be dissappointed!
Michele
Michele Sent on 04/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding 4/27/24

Kirk and I had the pleasure. Of having our wedding at The Hounds this past Saturday. The venue , scenery, owners and staff were wonderful. Making our day perfect . Right there to answer our questions and help with all of our needs and taking the time to make it beautiful. If you are looking for a great place to have a wedding . Consider The Hounds making your day memorable ♥️
D
Danielle Sent on 04/26/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our Wedding

cant say enough about this place! Great staff,venue,food, all of it was perfect!
K
Karen Sent on 04/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!!

A wonderful venue and beautiful Lao action for our daughter wedding. Every communication we had with the vendors was positive and they were very responsive and flexible with our question and accommodating to last minute requests. The bridal suite was available all day to my daughter and her wedding party. With an early April wedding we knew weather could be impactful to an outside wedding. When the time came to change plans, to move ceremony, they worked with us to give my daughter the” walk down the aisle” experience. We had many compliments from our guest about the venue and how wonderful it was. Highly recommend this venue!!! Thank you, Linda and Cindy from Dog Watch Catering!!! Above and beyond our expectations!
Steve and Karen Babik
Rebecca
Rebecca Sent on 01/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Oct 7, 2023

From the gorgeous bridal suite to the cozy covered patio that fit 120 guests on a rainy fall October day with live music, our wedding was pure magic. The Hounds was stunning inside and everyone loved the banquet room. It was absolutely perfect.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
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Team

Clay Burkhalter and Gleanna Doyle-Burkhalter
Clay Burkhalter and Gleanna Doyle-Burkhalter
Owners

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The Hounds frequently asked questions

The Hounds includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by The Hounds for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Garden
  • Waterfront
The Hounds offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Hounds offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Hounds offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Hounds offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
The Hounds 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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