The Warren Conference Center and Inn

Inn / B&B in Ashland, MA. Wedding venue pricing, packages and fees.

• Estimated cost: $27k–$59k est. total for 120 guests
• Capacity: up to 200 guests
• Minimum: 100 guests
• Services: Dinner
• Address: 529 Chestnut Street

Located at 529 Chestnut Street in Ashland, Massachusetts, The Warren Conference Center and Inn is owned by Framingham State University and set on 100 landscaped, lakefront acres along the Ashland Reservoir. The property preserves the legacy of electric clock inventor Henry Ellis Warren and features three main structures: the Warren House, the Main Lodge, and an inn with overnight guest rooms and five cabins. Ceremonies are held on a manicured courtyard lawn featuring a white lattice arbor, while receptions for up to 200 seated guests take place in the Main Lodge Dining Room or the high-ceilinged Cedar Hall. Wedding packages include a day-of coordinator, a wedding party attendant, overnight accommodations for the couple, guest room blocks, golf cart transportation, and a one-hour house select open bar during cocktail hour. Included catering features a cheese, fruit, and vegetable display, passed hors d'oeuvres, two dinner entrees, house wine with dinner, and a dessert enhancement, with optional station upgrades such as a Dim Sum Station, Mac & Cheese Bar, or Sundae Bar.

Food

Packages include passed hors d'oeuvres, cheese/fruit/vegetable display, two dinner entrees, and a dessert enhancement. Optional culinary displays, seafood, and dessert upgrades are available per person (e.g., Dim Sum Station $7/pp, Mac & Cheese Bar $6/pp, Sundae Bar $8/pp).

Packages

• Dinner: $120-$315 — Based on package tier (Basic, Essential, Elite, Ultimate) and season.
  Includes: Day-of event coordinator, Wedding party attendant, Complimentary overnight accommodations for the couple, Overnight room block for guests, Golf cart ride for couple and guests, Champagne and hors d’oeuvres for wedding party during photos, 100 landscaped acres for pictures, Bartenders based on guest count

Taxes and fees

• Administrative Fee: 20%
• MA Meals Tax: 6.25%
• Local Meals Tax: 0.75%
• Bar Setup Fee: $550
• Fire Bowl: $250
• Chivari Ballroom Chairs: $14
• Menu Cards: $2
• Votive Candles: $2
• Lanterns: $10

Good to know

• Limited bookings available for 2026 & 2027.
• Minimum food revenue requirements apply to all events based on the date.
• 20% taxable administrative fee, 6.25% MA meals tax and 0.75% local meals tax will be added to all selections.
• Menu pricing subject to change based on availability and market pricing.
• Limited to one wedding per weekend.
• Ultimate package requires a minimum of 100 guests and includes the ceremony fee, facility rental, and hospitality room.

Common questions

How much does a wedding at The Warren Conference Center and Inn cost?

Based on The Warren Conference Center and Inn's published pricing, a dinner reception for 120 guests comes to about $27,000–$59,000 in total, including the venue's own service charges, fees and tax. Your actual quote will depend on date, season, menu and final guest count.

How many guests can The Warren Conference Center and Inn hold?

The Warren Conference Center and Inn can host up to 200 guests seated. It has a minimum of 100 guests.

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