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A Stunning Look Inside Stephanie & Stephen’s Big Day at One of the Top Wedding Venues in Connecticut
When we stumbled across Stephanie and Stephen’s elegant wedding at The Ethan Allen Hotel in Danbury, Connecticut, we were immediately captivated. From the classic, romantic details to the effortlessly chic vibe, every photo radiated love and intention. Naturally, we reached out to the incredibly talented Anthony from Anthony Tomassi Photography to get the inside scoop on the day behind the lens—and he did not disappoint.
If you’re currently venue-hunting in the Nutmeg State, you’ll want to bookmark this one. Stick around ‘til the end—we’re sharing our personal tips and must-ask questions for couples looking at wedding venues in Connecticut.
Before that, here are the photos and a few words by Anthony:
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
“I met Stephanie & Stephen in 2018 and immediately knew we would be a good fit with each other. They had such a bright and wonderful connection with each other, and it showed throughout their engagement shoot and all the way to their wedding day. Stephanie & Stephen celebrated their wedding at The Ethan Allen Hotel in Danbury CT on a perfect, warm day in September 2019. The day was intimate, full of smiling faces and plenty of dancing. What an absolutely perfect wedding!”
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Anthony Tomassi Photography
Best Wedding Venues in Connecticut: Tips and Ideas from a Wedding Blogger Who’s Been to Them All (and Eaten the Cake, Too)
After attending more weddings than your average person gets invited to in a lifetime (perks of the job!), I can confidently say that Connecticut is home to some truly magical wedding venues. Think Gatsby-level elegance meets cozy New England charm. If you’re searching for the perfect place to say “I do” in the Nutmeg State, here are my five favorite wedding venues in Connecticut, along with tips, little surprises, and what I’ve learned—often with a camera in one hand and prosecco in the other.
The Ethan Allen Hotel, Danbury
Let’s start with a venue that completely surprised us: The Ethan Allen Hotel, as seen above in the photos. This place is the perfect blend of luxury and comfort. Their ballrooms have that elegant “blank canvas” quality that photographers and planners drool over, and the in-house décor? Straight out of an editorial spread.
Pro tip: Book a room block for your guests and host an after-party in the cozy lounge. The espresso martinis were dangerously good.
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The Lace Factory, Deep River
If you’ve ever dreamed of a wedding that looks like it belongs in an indie rom-com starring Florence Pugh, The Lace Factory is the spot. Set inside a restored 19th-century factory, this place has industrial-chic down to a science—think exposed brick, vaulted ceilings, and string lights everywhere. I once attended a summer wedding here where the couple arrived via steamboat from Essex. Yes, an actual steamboat. My jaw? On the floor.
The best part? The ceremony space opens up to the Connecticut River. I still get goosebumps thinking about the golden hour glow on the bride’s veil as she walked down the aisle.
Watch this video to get a glimpse:
Wadsworth Mansion, Middletown
Now this one’s for the Bridgerton fans. Wadsworth Mansion is pure, old-money opulence without being stuffy. The lawn stretches forever (hello, perfect outdoor ceremony), and the inside is just dripping with chandeliers, tall ceilings, and all the romantic drama your heart desires.
I once helped coordinate a wedding here where it rained sideways—but somehow, the candlelit indoor ceremony turned out even more romantic. Rain plan? Check.
One bride told me, “It felt like getting married in a Jane Austen novel,” and honestly? She nailed it.
Watch this video to get a glimpse:
Saltwater Farm Vineyard, Stonington
Vineyards tend to have this natural magic about them, and Saltwater Farm Vineyard is no exception. Set inside a transformed WWII-era airplane hangar, the space somehow feels rustic and modern all at once. It’s the only place I’ve seen a couple fly in on a private helicopter and yet still have guests walking barefoot on the grass at golden hour.
The wine is phenomenal, the views are cinematic, and the sunsets? Like a painting. Also: farm-to-table catering options that even the pickiest aunt will rave about.
Watch this video to get a glimpse:
The Mansion at Bald Hill, Woodstock
Woodstock isn’t just a music festival—it’s also where you’ll find one of the most underrated wedding venues in Connecticut. Tucked in Connecticut’s Quiet Corner, this mansion-turned-inn is perfect for intimate weddings that still feel grand. There’s something about the gardens in late spring that makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a fairytale.
At a wedding I attended here, the couple read handwritten vows under a trellis of blooming wisteria. I cried. The groom cried. Even the officiant had to take a beat.
Bonus: Their on-site chef makes the best maple-glazed salmon I’ve ever had at a wedding. Ever.
Watch this beautiful video to get a glimpse:
Final Thoughts
What I’ve learned after years of crashing—I mean, covering—Connecticut weddings is this: “wedding venues in Connecticut” aren’t just places. They’re the stage for some of the most powerful, tear-jerking, life-affirming moments you’ll ever witness. The best ones leave a mark on you, like a song you can’t get out of your head or the smell of your grandmother’s perfume.
My advice? Tour them. Feel them. Ask the weird questions. And always, always choose the venue that makes your heart race a little.
Want help picking the right fit? DM us or drop a comment below. We’ve got even more behind-the-scenes stories and tips than we can squeeze into one post.
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