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Pricing information

Price range: $4,100 - $5,400 Price range: $4,100 - $5,400
Couples usually spend $4,750 Couples usually spend $4,750
Reception
$3,200 starting price
Reception
$1,600 starting price
These prices are available for the months of May through October. These prices are available for the months of November through April.

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About

On WeddingWire since 2010

The Lyman Estate is an elegant wedding venue located in Waltham, Massachusetts. This historic mansion sits on a 37-acre private estate with many options for wedding locations. Not only do they provide many options for locations, but the estate gives exclusive use of the mansion and the grounds for your wedding day. Here, you can celebrate in style and comfort with the knowledge that your special day is just between you and your loved ones. The house was designed in 1793 for shipping merchant Theodore Lyman, and the estate remained in the Lyman family for more than 150 years.

Facilities and Capacity

Lyman Estate can accommodate up to 225 guests. This venue is flexible in its available spaces, which can be used for pre-wedding showers, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions. Their locations include a garden, a covered veranda, a library, a dining room, and historic parlors. A get-ready suite is also available, offering a sophisticated and private space where the to-be-weds can finish their preparations in the company of their nearest and dearest. Parking can be found on-site, adding convenience for those who drive to the event.

Services Offered

The Lyman Estate offers a variety of services to support couples on their big day. This includes assistance with event planning, as well as taking care of setup and cleanup. Chairs and tables are also supplied for events held here.

Location

Lyman Estate is located in Waltham, Massachusetts off of Beaver Street. This venue services the Boston area, inviting couples and their guests to experience the charm of New England.

What You'll Love About The Lyman Estate

The couples adored the charming grounds and stately mansion and were hugely impressed with how helpful and organized the events team was. Check out the estate in all its glory in the photo gallery, and see what past couples have to say in the reviews.

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?

$3,200

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

$1,600

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
Chairs
Event Planning
Parking
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Mansion

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Wifi

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
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 Lyman Estate

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4.9 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
4.9 out of 5 rating
90 Reviews
98% recommend it
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Google
4.6/5 235 reviews
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Lisa G. Sent on 08/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue!

Lyman Estate was the absolute perfect venue for our summer wedding! We loved the historic, beautiful mansion vibe, and it's one of the only venues in the area that we found which allowed for an al fresco dinner which was so romantic! Nicole was so fantastic to work with and went above and beyond with helping us plan the day, set up decorations as well as make sure we were enjoying the wedding day of!! We didn't have a planner so Nicole also helped us with suggested other vendors. We could not say enough good things about Lyman Estate as well as Nicole and her team. Thanks so much for making our day special!!!
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Julie C. Sent on 07/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding venue!

Growing up around the greater Boston area, I knew I wanted our wedding guests to experience a piece of my hometown. However, I didn’t want to have our wedding in downtown Boston. When I discovered the Lyman Estate, I was amazed by its charm and affordability compared to similar venues. From the first phone call with Nicole, I knew we were in good hands and that this was the perfect place for our reception. Nicole is organized, responsive, professional, and personable.

The Lyman Estate offers incredible spaces. Even if it rains, you will never run out of photo opportunities, whether in the suites upstairs, the ballroom, outdoors, or the greenhouse. It has everything you could want for your wedding day. As we got closer to the big day, I was most impressed by the service. Nicole and our catering company conducted a full walkthrough of the event with us. On the wedding day, they coordinated everything seamlessly and even packed up our decor.

Nicole goes above and beyond to ensure your day is executed flawlessly. Our guests have not stopped talking about how fantastic the Lyman Estate is!
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Katherine V. Sent on 07/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fabulous, reasonably priced, reliable venue!

We loved having our wedding at Lyman! Nicole was great and helped us plan a wedding that we really enjoyed. The location is very pretty, which meant minimal work on decoration, and Lyman is clearly very experienced with weddings allowing us to trust their ability to help make sure everything ran smoothly. Nicole is also very responsive and all recommended vendors very professional. We definitely recommend Lyman!
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Natalia & Tom
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Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Michael Brook Photography Michael Brook Photography Wedding Photographers

The Lyman Estate is among the most charming venues in the Boston area and their event coordinators do an incredible job running things smoothly. One of the times I worked there (the bride was a direct descendent of Theodore Lyman) an unexpected squall rolled into town just before the outdoor ceremony was supposed to begin, the venue had things set up in a tent in no time and the whole event didn't miss a step. They have always done a great job taking care of clients and it's a pleasure photographing weddings there.

CoolCityEntertainment DJ & Uplighting Service CoolCityEntertainment DJ & Uplighting Service Wedding DJs

I recently had the pleasure of being the DJ and MC for a wedding at the Lyman Estate on July 20, 2013. The entire staff at the Lyman was fantastic to work with. The venue itself as a whole offers a variety of options for its customers from being able to have an outdoor ceremony, a cocktail hour on the patio, and dinner either inside our outside. As a DJ, I was very happy to see there was more than ample room inside for dancing and a separate area where guests could take a quick break for coffee and desert. The venue had some recent updates, most notably to the HVAC system which allows for great air conditioning meanwhile maintaining the feel of nostalgia. The building was erected in the 1700's. The venue is conveniently located near Boston and a few major highways and has ample parking. I respectfully and overwhelmingly endorese this venue.

Nick Lamberti Professional Mobile Disc Jockey Nick Lamberti Professional Mobile Disc Jockey Wedding DJs

Great venue ! I have performed here many times over the years and always been treated with the greatest hospitality ! Thank You ! Great Venue !

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