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The Red Lion Inn and Barn is a Historic Inn and Wedding Venue Located in Cohasset, Massachusetts.
A Place of History to Begin Your Future Together

This historic property is situated in the quintessential village of Cohasset on Boston’s South Shore. The Red Lion Inn offers upscale cuisine a charming restaurant, staff with attention to detail and comfortable onsite accommodation in a coastal New England town. Sandy Beach, Cohasset, and Nantasket Beach in Hull are minutes away.

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About this vendor

The Red Lion Inn and Barn is a Historic Inn and Wedding Venue Located in Cohasset, Massachusetts.
A Place of History to Begin Your Future Together

This historic property is situated in the quintessential village of Cohasset on Boston’s South Shore. The Red Lion Inn offers upscale cuisine a charming restaurant, staff with attention to detail and comfortable onsite accommodation in a coastal New England town. Sandy Beach, Cohasset, and Nantasket Beach in Hull are minutes away.

The Barn
The Barn's functional wood post-and-beam structure makes it a beautiful backdrop for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and events in any season. 3,840 square feet of climate-controlled event space, including:


- Cathedral ceilings with exposed beams
- Vintage chandeliers
- View of the natural stone-paved outdoor pool
- Loft area with built-in bench seating
- Ample natural lighting
- Rustic wood tables for your gift and guestbook displays
- Up to three full bars
- A natural rockface featuring uplighting and a waterfall

250 guests seated or 300 standing, this two-floor space boasts gorgeous chandeliers, customized uplighting, and neutral wood tones.

The Hillside House & Gardens
The Hillside House is a lovely, airy place to host a social or corporate gathering. This 2,800 sq ft room is filled with natural stone, light, soft seaside colors, and pine furniture, setting the stage for an elegant event. Restored to retain its charm, this space brings a one-of-a-kind setting for your intimate wedding, rehearsal dinner, or farewell brunch. Outside the Hillside House, the gardens and patio are a property favorite for wedding portraits of all kinds.

90 guests for a seated dinner, 80 guests buffet style
210 guests for a cocktail-style event with a combination of low and high cocktail tables

Wedding-Related Events
The Red Lion Inn brings your visions to life through a planning experience customized to each event’s specific needs. The venue can accommodate engagement parties, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, afterparties, and farewell brunches. It provides on-site event planning and a culinary team dedicated to every detail of your weekend.

Cuisine
The Red Lion Inn offers exquisite catering options and customizable bar packages with unique signature cocktail selections for all celebrations.

Accommodations
The Inn hosts fifteen guest rooms equipped with fireplaces, jacuzzi tubs, and scenic balconies. The Inn is centrally located in the village, steps away from shops, cafes and restaurants. The Red Lion Inn will also accommodate guests with continental breakfasts, beach passes for photo taking, and assistance with local navigation.

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Pricing information

Starting at $20,000
Couples usually spend $25,000
Ceremony
$1,500 starting price
Bar service
$35 per person
These prices are available for the months of Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov.

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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 off-peak season?

$2,500

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?

$1,500

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

$1,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
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
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$35

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

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

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

30

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Barn
Beach
Historic Building
Inn/B&B
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

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
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
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?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

June
July
August

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The Red Lion Inn is highly praised by numerous reviewers for its exceptional service and stunning venue. Wedding coordinator Sam Loonie received glowing reviews for her professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail. Guests appreciated the helpfulness of other staff members, such as Faurik, Toufik, and Jan, for their exceptional service and making the day run smoothly. The historic charm, picturesque location, and attention to every detail made weddings at the Red Lion Inn truly unforgettable, with guests raving about the experience and looking forward to returning.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Red Lion Inn is highly praised by numerous reviewers for its exceptional service and stunning venue. Wedding coordinator Sam Loonie received glowing reviews for her professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail. Guests appreciated the helpfulness of other staff members, such as Faurik, Toufik, and Jan, for their exceptional service and making the day run smoothly. The historic charm, picturesque location, and attention to every detail made weddings at the Red Lion Inn truly unforgettable, with guests raving about the experience and looking forward to returning.

Weddingwire
4.4/5 110 reviews
Google
4.5/5 376 reviews
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Photo and Video by Joe Goldsberry Photo and Video by Joe Goldsberry Wedding Videographers

What a beautiful venue The Red Lion is! We have filmed weddings here, and part of the reason our videos come out so beautiful is because of the venue. The people who run The Red Lion are top notch.

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Location
71 South Main Street Cohasset, MA, 02025
7813831704

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