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The Preserve Resort & Spa is a wedding venue located in Richmond, Rhode Island. Located on 3,500 pristine acres of New England wilderness, The Preserve boasts the perfect picturesque backdrop for your lavish indoor ceremony or stunning outdoor reception. With diverse setting options, from our Waterfall Patio or Main Lawn to our Event Barn coming Fall 2024, our venue ensures something special for every couple's vision. The Preserve Resort & Spa is easily accessible from all points along the East Coast via Interstate-95. Situated just thirty minutes from Providence, 1.5 hours from Boston and 2.45 hours from New York City, our resort is easily reachable by car, train, airplane, or helicopter.

Facilities and Capacity

The Preserve Resort & Spa offers a choice of elegant ceremony sites. Couples can choose to exchange their vows in the Waterfall Garden in an outdoor service on a manicured lawn. Afterwards, the newlyweds can wander the grounds of the club for a spectacular photoshoot. Groups can take further advantage of the property’s panoramic forest views by hosting a cocktail reception on the patio or tented dinner in the Lawn of the Main Lodge or overlooking the sweeping views at our Hilltop Barn. There are also several smaller indoor spaces available throughout the property, from our Double Barrel Steakhouse to our Hobbit Houses, we have spaces for weddings from 10 guests to 300 guests. Rental of the facilities includes furniture to match the style of each space, and there is parking available on-site. Accommodations are available and group bookings can be arranged.

Services Offered

The Preserve Resort & Spa welcomes couples and their guests to the property with enthusiasm and expert support. The team’s in-house wedding planner helps the happy couple organize all the details of their big day from recommending vendors to creating the event’s timeline. Design support can also be provided to ensure the venue looks just right on the day of the wedding. The planning team can provide day-of coordination services, as well as set-up and cleanup of the facilities. The culinary team assists couples to plan a menu that is customized to their tastes and can serve everything from pre-wedding parties to rehearsals and receptions.



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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?

$1,500

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

$1,000

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?

$750

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

$750

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

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$65

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

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

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

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

10+

Describe your venue:

Barn
Campsite/Cabin
Country/Golf Club
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Hotel
Resort

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
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
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

Reviews of The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort

Tricia
Tricia Sent on 02/14/2026
5 out of 5 rating

2026 January Wedding

The best decision we made was to have our wedding at The Preserve. We had an amazing experience throughout the entire stay it was a well-organized process and team of professionals - across the board. All of our guests were overwhelmed by the scenery, the facility, staff, and their genuine hospitality - right down to a few guests that were helped in the parking lot.

We would like to personally thank you for the upgrade to the townhouses - all of the guests who stayed were floored with delight. However, not as much as Tricia and I - our quarters were absolutely stunning! The girls in Tricia's party enjoyed their experience at the spa, getting girled up together with relaxing massages and facials. Meanwhile, my son Jake and I geared up and executed an awesome morning at the indoor range.

I have a few shout-outs - again, Erin planned and executed a flawless agenda - from the beginning with our options to fit the venue, right down to the last-minute details. Many thanks for her dedication and effort to make us comfortable. I also would like to call out the range crew... in particular, the gentleman who guided us he was sincerely interested in our experience, and it showed. People understand when they have a guide that actually enjoys what they do - in this case, it was obvious. He went above and beyond to make us comfortable - being seasoned shooters, he also genuinely enjoyed our session - both static and moving. Jake bonded with him, and they engaged in conversation that went over my head on the specs and optics on several different weapons platforms.

We would like to thank you again for your hospitality. It was exponentially appreciated.
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Tanya Sent on 07/28/2021
5 out of 5 rating

New England's Hidden Gem

Hands down the nicest wedding venue in New England. 5-star hidden gem.
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Ralph Sent on 11/30/2016
5 out of 5 rating
They were very helpful and nothing we asked for was too hard for them. From the start of the process to the wedding day they were more than just a vendor. Their goal was never to just get money from us but to help us make our day very special.
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Lindsey Sent on 11/29/2016
5 out of 5 rating
The Preserve was amazing to work with. They made sure everything about our day turned out absolutely perfect! The food was delicious, the scenery was perfect, and we had the most amazing day! I could not recommend them more! (Special shoutout to Kim for going above and beyond to make our wedding dreams come true!)
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Paul Sent on 11/30/2016
4.9 out of 5 rating
Kim and the rest of the team at The Preserve were tremendously accomodating, professional, and flexible. We came in with a limited budget, and a slightly different idea for what we wanted, and they made it happen! If you're looking for a beautiful setting with a professional staff, you need to check them out!
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Taylor Sent on 11/20/2016
4.6 out of 5 rating
This venue was great! They worked so hard to incorporate everything we wanted for our wedding day. They were quick to respond to all of my questions, and the day went so smoothly with all of their help.
Cynthia
Cynthia Sent on 11/05/2018
4.4 out of 5 rating

A perfect day

We recently had a beautiful wedding at The Preserve. The venue was gorgeous and had the perfect rustic, sophisticated vibe for our event. The grounds are perfect for an outdoor ceremony, especially right near the waterfall. The indoors are perfect with extensive windows and two bars to fully serve our guests. We were able to do everything we wanted, from having a short outdoor ceremony to an indoor reception filled with fantastic food, great drinks, and wonderful lighting for the dancing. Even the sparkler send off at the end looked great! I enjoyed that during the day the coordinators were straightforward and kept everyone on task. For further improvement, it would be helpful to have even more communication with the staff prior to the event but overall everything went flawlessly. Would highly recommend :)
K
Kate Sent on 08/01/2018
0.9 out of 5 rating
If you’re looking to meet with a different person every time you have a meeting scheduled for your big day... this is the place to be. Complete lack of communication between everyone at the venue. Most emails take days to get a response from someone. Also make sure you have in writing all of the things you ask for because when you meet with all those different people individually, forget to pass the word on to the others so then come time for your final meeting two weeks before your wedding, your “wedding coordinator” is rude and doesn’t know what you are talking about. I had to call in my brother in law from NYC to make sure my wedding was set up properly because everything was so unorganized. Also don’t mind the owner or the property coming and a causing a scene in your “final meeting” and being completely unprofessional because that may happen too. Fast forward to the rehearsal where the “wedding coordinator” is wearing a tight tank top and skin tight pants. And then dressed very similarly for the wedding the next day... if you are looking for her, at some points it’s impossible. She’ll reappear at the end of the event to start packing up before he wedding is over and your guests are still there having fun on the dance floor. Last but not least, if you want an open bar at your event be sure that’s the case for both bars in the ballroom... one bar followed orders and was open bar all night, the second bar charged all my guests for their beverages, both alcohol and non-alcoholic. Other than those nightmares, the food was great!
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The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort frequently asked questions

The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Campsite/Cabin
  • Country/Golf Club
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Hotel
  • Resort
The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort is recommended by 88% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.4 in quality of service, 4.4 in professionalism, 4.4 in value, 4.3 in average response time and 4.2 in flexibility.

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