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Village by the Sea – Southern Maine's Wedding Weekend Resort

Located in beautiful Wells, Maine, Village by the Sea offers more than a wedding venue – it offers an entire wedding weekend experience. Set on 11 acres bordering the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, our property combines the charm of coastal Maine with the convenience of having your ceremony, reception, accommodations and weekend celebrations all in one location.

Celebrate Your Entire Wedding Weekend in One Place

From rehearsal dinners and welcome gatherings to your wedding ceremony, reception and farewell breakfast, our experienced wedding team is here to help bring your celebration together. Exchange vows beneath our beautiful white pergola surrounded by gardens, enjoy cocktails on our outdoor terrace, and celebrate with family and friends in our elegant Maine Ballroom.

A Place for Everyone to Stay

With 72 condominium-style suites currently available in our rental program, your family and friends can enjoy spacious one- and two-bedroom accommodations featuring full kitchens, living areas and private decks. Our indoor heated pool, hot tub, seasonal outdoor pool and additional amenities give guests even more reasons to extend their stay and enjoy the weekend together.

Exceptional Food and Personalized Service

Our in-house culinary team offers customizable wedding menus, including plated dinners, buffets, hors d'oeuvres and a full-service bar. Our wedding consultants work closely with each couple throughout the planning process, helping coordinate the details and ensuring a memorable celebration.

A Convenient New England Destination

Village by the Sea is conveniently located in Wells, Maine, between Ogunquit and Kennebunkport, making it an ideal destination for couples and guests traveling from Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts.

With indoor and outdoor celebration spaces accommodating up to 200 guests, on-site accommodations and a dedicated wedding team, Village by the Sea is the perfect setting to celebrate your love story and create memories that last long after the wedding weekend ends.

We would love to show you everything Village by the Sea has to offer. Contact our wedding team to schedule a personal tour and begin planning your wedding weekend!

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What are Village by the Sea's site fees and venue policies?

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?

$2,500

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

$1,800

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?

$549

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

$549

Which of the following are included in the 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?

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

Bartender(s)

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

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Hotel
Resort

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
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
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
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?

Aisle Markers
Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

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

What are real couples saying about their experience at Village by the Sea in reviews?

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David
David Sent on 06/18/2026
5 out of 5 rating

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We had a wonderful wedding day, and all our guests raved about the venue and food. Everything was spot on, and we would recommend VBTS to any couple searching for a wedding venue.
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Pat B. Sent on 09/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Place for Your Wedding

Village by the Sea is the perfect place for a wedding. Jill, Charlene, and Jayme made the experience one that we will never forget. They demonstrated their professionalism, efficiency, and experience every step of the way. Because of this, the stress that typically accompanies these events was nowhere to be found, and everything went smoothly. Our guests raved about the staff, the food, and the venue. Several of our guests had food allergies, and these ladies immediately took care of the situation, which allowed those guests to relax. Whenever we contacted them, they responded quickly, which calmed our nerves. Village by the Sea and its staff went above and beyond our expectations to make our experience one that we will never forget. Thank you, Jill, Charlene, and Jayme for a very special day.
Olivia
Olivia Sent on 09/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful!!!

Village By The Sea was the perfect choice for our wedding reception! Everything from coordination to communication was seamless. The entire wedding weekend went smoothly and they went above and beyond to make sure we had everything just as we wanted it. Magda, Jayme, and Charlene were so incredibly helpful the whole time.

Our friends and family can’t stop talking about how perfect it was, and Village By The Sea had a huge part in making this weekend so amazing for us. Thank you guys for the best time!!!
Suzanne
Suzanne Sent on 05/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A nautical reception

Working with the village was an easy choice! From the first time that my husband and I saw the ballroom, we knew that we wanted to have our reception there! Working with Charlene was a delight, as she was quick to respond, and was always willing to search for the answer if she didn’t have it herself! She gave us wonderful recommendations and pointers throughout the process. Towards the end, we ended up making some last minute changes which they were gladly willing to help us change. The day of the wedding they executed our reception with grace and style, and all of our guests raved about the wonderful service from the bar and the food! We are so happy that we decided to use village by the sea, as they made the process so simple and beautiful!
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Kelsey
Kelsey Sent on 10/05/2021
5 out of 5 rating

I Cannot Say "Thank You" Enough

Jayme and the entire VBTS team did a phenomenal job!! I cannot say "thank you" enough for all they did. Choosing them was the easiest decision we made in the wedding planning process! Our wedding had a number of last minute hiccups due to outside situations and Jayme was amazing to work with. She handled everything flawlessly and with ease. We cannot thank them enough for all they did. It was a fantastic day and I couldn't have imagined it going any better!!!
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Colleen
Colleen Sent on 08/13/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Perfection

Village by the Sea was the perfect location for our summer 2019 wedding! The wedding team was very helpful and made our vision for the perfect wedding a reality. We had an outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour, then went inside for dinner and dancing. The package deal included delicious cake from Let Them Eat Cake and spectacular meals. They were very accommodating for the multiple types of allergies. We also enjoyed our rehearsal dinner at VBTS. Guests were able to stay right at Village by the Sea, which was a huge plus.
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Carol Sent on 10/01/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We could not have been more pleased with this venue for our daughter's wedding. The entire staff worked tirelessly to ensure that the day went perfectly. Gail was with us from the moment we arrived for the rehearsal on Friday evening until late Saturday night when the last guests had departed. It was obvious that Village by the Sea is experienced with weddings. They anticipated our every need. The whole evening went like clock work . Most importantly, we ALL had a great time. The pergola is enchanting for exchanging vows; the gardens and lawn were stunning and well groomed for the event. The bridal suite was large and we had the use of a few rooms in which to spread out while hair and make up was completed. Having accommodations on site was a plus. The guests really enjoyed the large suites, complete with full size kitchens, and stunning views off their balconies. It was nice to know that the guests only had to walk a few steps to get "home" after the party was over. The location in Wells Maine is perfect. We had only a short ride to the ocean for a magnificent backdrop for photos of the bridal party. Many guests enjoyed the nearby nature parks, golf courses, and eateries nearby. All -in -all we highly recommend this venue for any couple looking for a warm friendly staff, an experienced wedding planner and a perfect coastal wedding.
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Jennifer Sent on 08/02/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Gail and the team at VBTS did an AMAZING job with our wedding last weekend. I am still in awe of how she kept her cool despite many stressful factors, including crazy weather and a couple who were insistent about an outdoor ceremony, a ridiculously large wedding party to wrangle and keep in order, missing flowers, a car alarm that would NOT stop going off, and various other things to keep us on our toes. We also wanted a very allergy/vegetarian-friendly menu and the chef was so accommodating to us. I was worried our guests would be grumpy about our menu choices, but they seemed to really enjoy the food!! We cannot speak highly enough of our experience with this venue. We had a beautiful weekend with family and friends, and it was truly incredible. I am so thankful to this lovely staff who are all just such wonderful (and significantly more organized than me) people. Village by the Sea has such a special place in our hearts now! Thank you for all your hard work in making such a memorable and special weekend for us! If you are looking for a terrific venue with a great staff, look no further! With much love and appreciation, Jenny and David.
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Lori Sent on 10/11/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had a wonderful team help us plan our wedding. The Venue beautiful warm and comfortable. We had the best time! All of our guest said it was the best entertaining wedding they ever attended! The Brides were a riot and of course waited 20 years to get married! Thank you for being so welcoming professional and kind. Love the staff!
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Sarah
Sarah Sent on 06/28/2017
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I were married on June 24th, 2017 at the Village by the Sea, and could not have been more impressed with how everything went. April and Jamie were amazing coordinators to work with. They were on top of everything, right down to the smallest details, and were so responsive to any questions or requests we had throughout the process. The caterer and cake vendor they had us go through were topnotch, and the all of guests raved about their lodging accommodations. We could not have asked for a more perfect wedding day and are excited to visit the Village by the Sea during future trips and anniversaries.
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Village by the Sea frequently asked questions

Village by the Sea includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Village by the Sea includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Village by the Sea includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by Village by the Sea for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Hotel
  • Resort
Village by the Sea offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Village by the Sea offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Village by the Sea offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Village by the Sea offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Village by the Sea is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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