Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum

Historic Estate / Mansion in Bristol, RI. Wedding venue pricing, packages and fees.

• Estimated cost: $13k–$23k est. rental for 120 guests
• Capacity: up to 180 guests
• Services: Venue rental only
• Address: Bristol, RI

Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum is a historic 33-acre waterfront estate in Bristol, Rhode Island, overlooking Narragansett Bay. The property features seven manicured gardens and a 45-room manor house, which was built in 1894 by Augustus Van Wickle and rebuilt in 1906 following a fire. Wedding ceremonies take place in the Sunken Garden or the North Garden, followed by cocktails on the mansion's covered porches and terrace, as well as throughout its first-floor rooms. Receptions are hosted on the 10-acre Great Lawn under a 40' x 100' tent with permanent slate flooring that seats up to 180 guests for a seated dinner. Packages include a complimentary Bridal Suite in a detached garden pavilion and exclusive catering through Blackstone Caterers, who offer clambake and kosher menu options.

Food

Catering is contracted separately through exclusive partner Blackstone Caterers. Clambake and kosher menu options are available.

Packages

• Venue Rental Only: Rental fee ranges from $10,500 to $20,900 depending on the day of the week and month (May-October). Catering is separate.
  Includes: Exclusive use of the manor's first floor and 33-acre estate, Wedding tent with 20' x 40' dance floor and specialty lighting, Event furnishings (60-inch round tables, cocktail tables, banquet tables, Chestnut Willow chairs), On-site Event Manager and Assistant throughout the event, Complimentary Bridal Suite for 5 hours (beginning 1 hour prior to event)

Taxes and fees

• Security Guard Fee: $1,000
• Event Extension Fee: $995
• Bridal Suite Additional Hour: $500
• Tent Extension Fee: $2,500

Good to know

• Exclusive caterer is Blackstone Caterers; catering costs are separate.
• Blithewold is exempt from sales tax and does not charge administrative fees.
• Mandatory $1,000 security guard fee and $1,000 security deposit apply.
• Guest counts over 180 require an estimated $2,500 tent extension.
• Maximum event duration is 6 hours, inclusive of a 30-minute ceremony.

Common questions

How much does a wedding at Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum cost?

Based on Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum's published pricing, renting the venue for 120 guests runs about $13,000–$23,500. It's a venue rental, so catering and bar are priced separately. Your actual quote will depend on date, season and final guest count.

How many guests can Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum hold?

Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum can host up to 180 guests seated.

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